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Planning and putting in a new lawn: clearing the old turf and weeds, grading and amending the soil, choosing a grass suited to your sun, soil and climate, then seeding, sodding or plugging it and setting it up to root in.

Feeding the lawn on a seasonal schedule with the nutrients it needs to grow thick, green and better able to crowd out weeds. Programs are timed to your grass type and often include a soil test.

Synthetic grass installed over a compacted, drained base. It stays green year-round with no mowing or watering, which makes it popular for small yards, pet areas, putting greens and drought areas.

Pruning trees to remove dead, broken or crossing branches, raise the canopy off roofs and walks, thin for light and wind, and keep the tree healthy and safe. Done from the ground, ladders, climbing gear or a bucket truck.

A plan for your whole yard before anything is built: layout, plants, patios, walkways, lighting and irrigation, drawn to fit how you use the space and your budget.

The built parts of a landscape: paver and stone patios, walkways, steps, borders and edging, laid on a properly compacted base so they stay level for years.

Walls that hold back soil on slopes, create level areas and prevent erosion, built from block, stone or timber with proper drainage behind them.

Outdoor kitchens, fire pits, fireplaces, pergolas and seating areas that turn the yard into living space.

Installing, repairing and adjusting sprinkler and drip systems so every part of the yard gets the right amount of water, including controllers, leak fixes and seasonal start-up and shut-down.

Fixing standing water and soggy areas with grading, French drains, dry creek beds, downspout extensions and catch basins that move water away from the house.

Low-voltage lights for paths, steps, trees, walls and the front of the house, for safety, security and to show off the yard at night.