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Decorative Edge
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Landscape Curbing - InstallLandscape Curbing - Install - For Business

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"My project was a decorative landscape edge John Reimer provided phenomenal customer service throughout the project The edge work was fabulous and exceeded all my expectations I highly recommend John Reimer and his Decorative Edge crew All were highly professional, customer oriented and delivered an outstanding product"
Borden bed n curbing
Borden beds and boarders
Borden garden bed and cur
Decorative Edge
Decorative Edge

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Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Back Home and Yard Services
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For BusinessRetaining Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Very professional. The guys where hard worker and very considerate of the surroundings. They paid close attention to details and making sure the work was done to what I thought it should be. I would highly recommend these guys if your looking to have any landscaping done."
Plantasia 2024
Plantasia 2024
Plantasia 2024
Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

Many ways to landscape a steep slope on a budget exist. Avoiding expensive retaining wall construction is the first step. Consider creating a rocky slope with boulders or large stones, or think about planting perennials that return every year with a single investment. Transplanting small trees from elsewhere on your property is also possible and can help to stabilize steep slopes without purchasing new ones. 

Finding a reputable greenhouse or nursery should start online, where you can read through customer reviews to gauge the quality of the plants sold and the customer experience. Look out for customers complaining about plants dying shortly after purchase, and try to choose a greenhouse known for hiring employees who are able to explain how to care for the plants you purchase. It’s also a good idea to head to a few greenhouses to see the selection they offer and make sure they carry the plants or trees you’re looking for.

If shade is a priority for you, then panting elm trees is a fine choice. A full mature elm tree has enough aesthetic appeal for some folks that it could add value to your home. 

That said, never plant elm trees too close to your home, sewer line, or sidewalks, as their roots can damage these, which can lead to costly repairs.

The most important thing to put under a rock garden is the appropriate soil. The specific soil needed will depend on the type of plants you’re growing as well as the environment you live in. You can also put non-woven or woven fabric under the rocks to add to the garden's structural stability.

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