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Murphys Lawncare and maintenance

117 Chrysler Street
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Murphys Lawncare and maintenance

117 Chrysler Street
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12 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated business and we enjoy what we do and it shows in our work we offer the best prices around on all our services and always have great specials

We are a family owned and operated business and we enjoy what we do and it shows in our work we offer the best prices around on all our services and always have great specials





Swope Tree Care

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Swope Tree Care

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12 years of experience

Swope Tree Care is fully insured and does free estimates complete affordable professional services Tree & landscaping services prunning trimming removal land clearing stump grinding cabling and managment Certified Arborist We are available 24hrs 7days a week

Swope Tree Care is fully insured and does free estimates complete affordable professional services Tree & landscaping services prunning trimming removal land clearing stump grinding cabling and managment Certified Arborist We are available 24hrs 7days a week






LAWN SPECIALTIES

100 N CONAHAN DR
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LAWN SPECIALTIES

100 N CONAHAN DR
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48 years of experience

Lawn Specialties have been in business since 1977. We employ 10 licensed technicians and cover all of Eastern PA. We offer a fair discount to new customers and discounts to existing customers, as well. Estimates are always free and prompt. We look forward to servicing Pennsylvania for another 35 years!

Lawn Specialties have been in business since 1977. We employ 10 licensed technicians and cover all of Eastern PA. We offer a fair discount to new customers and discounts to existing customers, as well. Estimates are always free and prompt. We look forward to servicing Pennsylvania for another 35 years!

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

A good driveway should have a solid base layer and a smooth surface layer of gravel. A base layer of larger gravel, around 1 to 2 inches, keeps the foundation stable and helps with drainage. For the top layer, smaller gravel, about 1/4 to 1/2 inches, compacts well and creates an even surface that’s easier to drive on. Using both ensures the driveway stays durable, drains properly, and doesn’t shift over time.

Before you begin landscaping with rocks, put down a weed barrier or landscape fabric to prevent pesky weeds from poking through. 

The best way to keep dirt around your foundation is to ensure your drainage is working properly and redirecting water well away from the foundation. Soil erosion is one of the most common causes of basement flooding, so it’s important to make sure you’re retaining the soil you replaced after learning how to regrade around the foundation. In addition, your foundation planting can also help prevent erosion. For example, plant roots to help keep soil in place.

Colored mulch can be bad for plants in that it robs them of nitrogen as it depletes the soil to break itself down. With this in mind, it’s a good idea to test your soil to check the nitrogen levels. If the nitrogen levels are low, use fertilizer with extra nitrogen or switch to regular mulch.

Another downside of colored mulch is if it’s heavily contaminated, it can contaminate the soil and damage your plants. To avoid this, look for the MSC certification logo on the mulch bag before purchasing.

Topsoil provides plants with essential nutrients, water, and air for healthy root growth. It offers a rich ecosystem of microorganisms that improve soil quality and structure. For existing lawns, ¼ inch of topdressing can enhance root growth and support new seed. For gardens, two inches of topsoil can promote strong growth and crops.

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