Green thumbs unite! Share tips on planting, pruning, and perfecting your outdoor spaces. From flower beds to lush lawns, discuss ways to create a beautiful, thriving yard for your family to enjoy.
- by systemGreen thumbs unite! Share tips on planting, pruning, and perfecting your outdoor spaces. From flower beds to lush lawns, discuss ways to create a beautiful, thriving yard for your family to enjoy. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Mary_Elizabeth_SI got a great quote from Anderton Tree Service to trim a couple trees, remove dead ones, dig up trumpet vine, get rid of some hackberry trees and pull the vines out of all the trees on my 1+ acre property. Anyone have experience with this particular tree company? 1 post – 1 participant Read […]
- by Amy_C4I am looking for a dependable, reasonably priced yard service in Allen. I would prefer a company that doesn't require a contract and charges around $20 per yard. (I think that's the going rate these days??) Also, they would need to do flower beds and fertilizing too (if needed). Thanks for your help!! 4 posts […]
- by LindsayPytlarzI did a container garden on my deck this past summer and never got around to emptying the pots before the snow came. The pots are clay and I heard they can crack, is that true? Should I try to empty them? Any suggestions on how to do that now that everything is frozen? Thanks […]
- by shalom2jerusalemWe need a little bit of yard work done – the back yard and leaves mowed and a VERY tall climbing rose trimmed. A professional service is out of our budget. Can any of you recommend someone that can do that bit of work for a reasonable fee? Let me know who your favorite is, […]
- by gina_averyI was wondering if any body knows of any good affordable lawn service/handy-man, person/company, I am in the n.lakeland area and would like to have in done by Wednesday? 2 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by hannahware15Hi All, So up until now my husband has taken care of our lawn, but the past few months he's been working crazy hours on a project and just doesn't have any extra time for maintaining the outside. Right now I'm looking to hire someone for basic lawn mowing, weedeating, shrub trimming, etc. Any recommendations? […]
- by nibbles816Our Echo leaf blower was stolen from my shed. My hubby wants a new one & is looking to get the Echo 755T which is $499 @ Home Depot. Anyone know of any cheaper deals around? 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by hjmwilsonI am looking for an update to my front & back yard. I also would like to add a Pergola & Water Feature in the back. If you know of a good reliable company that can do construction & design I'd sure appreciate it. Janet 3 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Amy_S41Does anyone know of anyone who plants trees. My husband and I are planning to buy three-to-five trees and need to get someone to plant them. 3 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Melanie_M5I'm not always able to mow the lawm & I need someone who is reasonably priced. I have had some mow my lawn for 25, others for $50! Help, please! 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Susan_D1Hi Mom's, I have a few questions that I think I know the answer to, but thought maybe someone who might be in the profession may be able to answer them more accurately. My yard is a tiered yard, meaning I step out onto the deck and walk down the steps into a grassy area […]
- by Cheryl_S1I'm usually the one who hangs the Xmas lights outside – hubby just isn't into it. Unfortunately this year I'm not going to be able to do it with a baby due in January but I really want my son to see the lights. Does any one know of a company that will come out […]
- by lisa-deeIn the Tri-cities area I am in NEED of a good reliable, reasonablely priced snowplowing service. A person who does it on the side is fine too. This is for residental use. Anyone who knows of a good referral & would like to share, would be much apprecaited. 4 posts – 1 participant Read full […]
- by Momof2princessesI just wanted to put it out there, if you are looking for a great lawn service, lawn design, lighting, or sprinklers, my brother in law is who to call. He has been doing this for over 15 years, and does homes and commercial. He is in Lewisville, but goes anywhere. John Wilson Landscape Design […]
- by Kay_BeeI'm looking for someone in the Lutz/Land O'Lakes area who could repair several panels on my pool screen and someone else who could install sod. If you have a recommendation, also tell me about your experiences with the company. Thanks! 3 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by ashleymflowersWe're trying to make a rain collection barrel. Does anyone know where we can get a cheap (or free) 55 gallon food grade barrel? TIA! 2 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by brittni.fudgeHi, I know nothing about gardening or plants but need to spruce up our small front yard. We planted four evergreen trees, two of which died (and one isn't looking so well)….s0, I'd like to replace them, but is it simply the wrong time of year? It looks really bad and I don't want it […]
- by lmichelle34Does anyone have a feel for planting grass seed? I wanted to put some patch master down but am wondering if i've missed my window of opportunity?! Am i better off waiting now until April? 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by margovchambersWe are getting ready to plant a bunch of spring flower bulbs. However, we are worried that our planned spring flower garden will turn into a wintertime-squirrel-buffet. Seriously, we have TONS of squirrels, especially since our dog passed away and is not guarding the yard anymore. I have heard sprinkling cayenne pepper in the area […]