Can I leave leaves on the ground all winter long?

• <div><p>A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.</p></div>

What size landscape boulders should I choose for my yard?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-river-rock-is-best-for-landscaping.htm">best size rock for your landscaping</a> depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:</p><ul><li><p>Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits </p></li><li><p>Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features</p></li><li><p>Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.</p></li></ul><p>Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.</p></div>

What plants do deer hate?

• <div><p>The truth is, there really is no such thing as a 100% deer-proof plant. Deer will decimate even the prickliest flora if they’re hungry enough. However, there are plenty of beautiful <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/comprehensive-guide-plants-repel-deer.htm">plants that deer don’t necessarily enjoy</a>. These include thistles, wisteria vines, sword ferns, and beautyberries.</p><p>Deer are herbivores, and they love vegetable gardens as much as Peter Rabbit. If you don’t want to fence in your entire property, consider creating an attractive raised-bed veggie garden with mesh fencing around it to keep out deer and other critters.</p></div>

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Q: Can I leave leaves on the ground all winter long?

• <div><p>A scattering of leaves won&rsquo;t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That&rsquo;s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to provide plants from a nursery for a landscaper?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re hiring a landscaper to plant the garden of your dreams, you do not need to provide them with plants that you bought yourself from a nursery. While you certainly can provide your landscaper with plants, keep in mind that some nurseries provide discounts to landscaping companies, therefore potentially lowering your materials cost. Beyond the cost of the plants themselves, you need to have additional materials like topsoil and mulch for the project. Most likely, your landscaper can get a discount on these materials as well, so it&rsquo;s worth speaking with them before making any large purchases.</p></div>

Q: How do I measure how much compost to use?

• <div><p>Most experts recommend a quarter-inch layer of compost for best results, and you will need about .77 cubic yards of material per 1,000 square feet. To measure how much compost to use, take the square footage of your yard and multiply it by .77, then divide that number by 1,000.</p></div>

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Riffle Lawn Care & More

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Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We can mow up to 3.5 acres in under 2 hrs and we do stone mulch and hedge trimming and other projects

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Fred's way

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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Very handy here too please customers which they will be after they see my work.good worker . always finish what I start

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Lakeside pavers and hardscape

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Landscape Curbing - Install

Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Doing paver work has been my passion for years. I think of it as an artisan style. Whatever you need or want. We can get done

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Joshua Borden

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

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I do lawn care

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YAADCORE PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

New to Angi

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Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

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I am a very hardworking and reliable individual that is dedicated to providing excellent service in any work that i do.

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North Country Concepts, LLC

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

North Country Concept, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. Give us a call at 518-578-6857. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade and experience combined with value in our work is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their satisfaction the basis of our business.

Response time9 hrs

Response rate99%

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Turnpike Enterprises LLC

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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up+1 more

Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Turnpike Enterprises LLC provides reliable, professional outdoor property services to help keep your home looking its best year-round. We offer lawn care, landscaping, spring and fall cleanups, and general property maintenance. We take pride in quality work, dependable service, and attention to detail. Whether you need regular lawn maintenance or help getting your property ready for the changing seasons, Turnpike Enterprises LLC is here to help.

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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"Mike Ward was great to work with! Very honest and have great opinions and expertise when I had questions..he improvised and used the big boulders he had found when excavating to create a beautiful and functional retaining wall for any drainage issues...he also took down more trees when needed to expand the site for additional drainage around my proposed garage...AND he used another big boulder as an aesthetic decoration when entering my new driveway that he landscaped and graded for me..Excellent work..Would definitely hire again!"

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Pegton's Property Maintenance, LLC

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Serving Crown Point, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

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"Twice as expensive as my last landscaper, but also twice as good. Will hire again, but will be better prepared for the cost."

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Landscaping FAQs, answered by experts

A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.

If you’re hiring a landscaper to plant the garden of your dreams, you do not need to provide them with plants that you bought yourself from a nursery. While you certainly can provide your landscaper with plants, keep in mind that some nurseries provide discounts to landscaping companies, therefore potentially lowering your materials cost. Beyond the cost of the plants themselves, you need to have additional materials like topsoil and mulch for the project. Most likely, your landscaper can get a discount on these materials as well, so it’s worth speaking with them before making any large purchases.

Most experts recommend a quarter-inch layer of compost for best results, and you will need about .77 cubic yards of material per 1,000 square feet. To measure how much compost to use, take the square footage of your yard and multiply it by .77, then divide that number by 1,000.

The best size rock for your landscaping depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:

Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits
Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features
Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.

Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.

The truth is, there really is no such thing as a 100% deer-proof plant. Deer will decimate even the prickliest flora if they’re hungry enough. However, there are plenty of beautiful plants that deer don’t necessarily enjoy. These include thistles, wisteria vines, sword ferns, and beautyberries.

Deer are herbivores, and they love vegetable gardens as much as Peter Rabbit. If you don’t want to fence in your entire property, consider creating an attractive raised-bed veggie garden with mesh fencing around it to keep out deer and other critters.

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