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Avatar for Dos Amigos Landscaping & Grounds Management
Dos Amigos Landscaping & Grounds Management
4.6(
57
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+10 more

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The customer rep was friendly, knowledgeable, and honest. The price estimate was on par with other landscapers and sadly did not use the service since we had another company come out to winterize our lawn. I definitely do recommend people to call Dos Amigos especially with the great customer service."
Backyard Before
Backyard After
Backyard After
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Serenescapes
4.6(
46
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnDesigner - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape+10 more

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Eric and his guys did a great job. First thing I noticed is Eric is extremely responsive and prompt. Second thing is he explained everything in depth with options. Finally the job itself was great. I had a backyard that had pretty much turned into a mess from mud and poor drainage. Water would just sit for weeks on end to the point that it would start to stink. He made several drainage adjustments to my back yard to include installing a french drain and then I had a hardscape patio installed in place of the the constant sloppy mud I have had for years. The finished product was great I certainly would give it 5 stars and recommend him."
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Installing an outdoor paradise
Fire pit ready for Adirondack's!
Installing an outdoor paradise
before and after

+11

Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Maintained By Mike
4.9(
69
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenDesigner - LandscapeSod - Install+5 more

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Pickwoad was referred to us by a neighbor and promptly returned our initial call, following up with a home visit answering all of our questions. He showed up on the agreed upon date and did an outstanding job mulching and landscaping the property. We are going to continue using Mike and would (and have) recommended him to anyone needing landscaping/planting services."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Misael Guevara Landscaping Services
4.8(
18
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

""Misa" and his crew took on a clean-up and reclamation of our two acre property and did a tremendous job. They had the equipment and expertise to get a range of projects done around the property. He and his crew are skilled. Also, Misa is a great guy, the kind you want to do business with. We have arranged for future work with him and so, can definitely recommend Misael Guevara Landscaping services."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bernard Moyer Masonry
5.0(
30
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Landscape Curbing - InstallLandscape Curbing - Install - For Business

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bernard did an excellent job opening up a 60 year old brick courtyard so we had better access to our yard. I was concerned that the change would disrupt the look and feel of the exterior but Bernard's work was exceptional- improving both the function and form of the space. People have commented "it looks like it's always been this way" which is a testament to Bernard's diligence in ensuring the brickwork is cohesive with the existing aesthetic."
Masonry Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Masonry Project
Masonry Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project

+53

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Tuck's Lawncare
Tuck's Lawncare
4.8(
43
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Brent Tucker and his crew showed up at nine in the morning. They went right to work corralling the leaves into a gigantic pile from all parts of the yard. Then gave the leaves to the vacuum machine. By two in afternoon the leaves were gone and the yard was sparkling. I'd hire Brent Tucker and his crew in a heartbeat."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

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.

As with anything you do near your foundation, you’ll want to ensure proper drainage when you plant your foundation beds. Your drainage should run downhill from the highest point against your foundation to avoid water intrusion and incurring expensive foundation repair costs.

Yes, you can put topsoil over sand to encourage grass growth. The topsoil will help to improve water retention and promote grass roots’ development, making it a recommended step of the seeding process. Adding a layer of topsoil will provide additional nutrients to the sandy soil, helping the grass grow and remain healthy through many seasons.

Hedges can be trimmed in many other shapes than the standard square shape. They can be cut into spiral, cone, and sphere shapes. However, cutting and maintaining these types of shapes is much more challenging. There are metal frames that you can purchase to place around the hedge to make it much easier.

Unless it only rains once in a blue moon where you live, you’re going to want water-loving plants in your garden bed or pot. A few ideas for plants that aren’t super fast-growing (meaning they’re good in pots or near foundations) and can handle a lot of standing water include: 

  • Acorus (Sweet flag)

  • Colocasia esculenta (Taro or elephant ear): In many climates, these are annuals, making them less desirable because you need to adjust the chain again after each replant.

  • Equisetum scirpoides (Dwarf horsetail rush): non-dwarf varieties of horsetail are fast growers and can take over quickly.

  • Juncus effusus (Curly rush)

  • Osmunda regalis (Royal fern): Royal fern can grow quickly but can also handle being crowded, making them good container plants.

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