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Q: Should I choose a raised bed for my garden?

• <div><p>There are many benefits to raised garden beds. It&rsquo;s easier to control weeds and enrich the soil. The truth is, most top soil isn&rsquo;t suitable for growing veggies, and you&rsquo;ll need to make adjustments. It&rsquo;s easier to adjust a controlled space than a large area.</p></div>

Q: What does a xeriscaped lawn look like?

• <div><p>Xeriscaped lawns are far more varied than many gardeners initially assume. The often-pictured rocky and cacti-filled landscapes are just one option. Many wildflower-, herb-, and mulch-covered landscapes follow the same principles without straying too far from the lush and colorful landscapes we have come to know. In fact, there are numerous <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/beyond-xeriscaping-how-create-low-water-landscape-design-your-yard.htm">xeriscape ideas</a> for customizing an energy-efficient lawn to your liking.</p></div>

Q: When should I seek professional gardening services?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/beginning-home-gardening-guide.htm">DIY home gardening</a> can be relaxing, joyful, and cost-effective. From mowing your lawn to planting your own flower beds, there is a wide variety of gardening tasks that you can do yourself to make your yard look beautiful. If you&rsquo;d rather spend your time not in the dirt, or if you&rsquo;d like someone to take care of your plants for you, calling a professional gardening service is best. They can give you a workup of what services you&rsquo;ll need and how often to schedule them. </p></div>

Q: 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&rsquo;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&ndash;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>

Q: How far apart should privet be planted?

• <div><p>Plant privet hedges at least 1 foot apart in a trench about 2 feet wide and 2 feet deep. It&rsquo;s important to space privet hedges relatively far apart due to how quickly they grow to significant sizes and heights. You don&rsquo;t want to crowd privet plants, or they could overcrowd each other, causing unwanted damage.</p></div>

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D&M's lawncare services

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

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I do lawncare services, probably be less than the guy you have, i do a professional job. Along with my crew.. we also offer snow removal as well..

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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Towanda, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Response time12 hrs

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

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I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY, \n

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Williams Affordable Landscaping

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Small jobs welcome

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We are a small family owned business hoping to become big! We specialize in \n\nLawn care\nMulching\nEdging\nJunk/trash removal \n

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M&S lawn and landscape

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M&S Lawn and Landscape provides reliable and professional lawn care services in Scranton, PA and surrounding areas. 🌱\n\nWe specialize in lawn mowing, trimming, edging, mulch installation, and yard cleanups. Our goal is simple: quality work, dependable service, and a property you can be proud of.\n\n🏡 Residential Lawn Care\n🌱 Lawn Mowing & Maintenance\n✂️ Trimming & Edging\n🪵 Mulch Installation\n🍂 Yard Cleanups\n💬 FREE ESTIMATES\n\n📍 Serving Scranton and surrounding areas.\n\nMessage us today for a free estimate!

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Am Sud and soak

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At AM Sud and Soak, we believe that a clean property makes a lasting impression. Whether you’re restoring curb appeal, maintaining your investment, or preparing your property for the season ahead, we’re committed to exceeding your expectations—one wash at a time.

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Kodas Junk Removal

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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Towanda, PA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Junk piles up faster than you can deal with it — the old couch, the busted appliances, the yard debris you keep meaning to clear. We show up, we haul it away, you get your space back. No heavy lifting, no rental trucks, no hassle.\nSame-day service available. Free estimates. Let's clear it out.

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Force's Stone & Landscape Supply

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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Towanda, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Just hired for lawn care great job excited to get some landscaping done"

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Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Towanda, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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"The project went extremely smooth with no damage to the yard. Bob and his crew were punctual and the cleanup was thorough.I would
highly recommend his companys sevices to anyone needing a shed or gazebo.

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Johnson's Lawn and Mulching LLC

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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Towanda, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"I hired Johnson’s lawn service to mow my yard while I was away on vacation. He was very professional, very conscientious, and did a great job. I recommend."

Response time6 hrs

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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

There are many benefits to raised garden beds. It’s easier to control weeds and enrich the soil. The truth is, most top soil isn’t suitable for growing veggies, and you’ll need to make adjustments. It’s easier to adjust a controlled space than a large area.

Xeriscaped lawns are far more varied than many gardeners initially assume. The often-pictured rocky and cacti-filled landscapes are just one option. Many wildflower-, herb-, and mulch-covered landscapes follow the same principles without straying too far from the lush and colorful landscapes we have come to know. In fact, there are numerous xeriscape ideas for customizing an energy-efficient lawn to your liking.

DIY home gardening can be relaxing, joyful, and cost-effective. From mowing your lawn to planting your own flower beds, there is a wide variety of gardening tasks that you can do yourself to make your yard look beautiful. If you’d rather spend your time not in the dirt, or if you’d like someone to take care of your plants for you, calling a professional gardening service is best. They can give you a workup of what services you’ll need and how often to schedule them.

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.

Plant privet hedges at least 1 foot apart in a trench about 2 feet wide and 2 feet deep. It’s important to space privet hedges relatively far apart due to how quickly they grow to significant sizes and heights. You don’t want to crowd privet plants, or they could overcrowd each other, causing unwanted damage.

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