Question of the Week: New Home!
Q: My home just got built and my backyard is just dirt. I want to gravel the entire yard but don’t have enough money to gravel it at this...


Question of the Week: Elderberry
Q: When you cut back the elderberry regularly when it is mature, will it still fill out with new growth? A: Yes! It is ideal to prune...
Question of the Week: Spring Time Pruning
Q: When is a good time to prune in our zone? A: Everything could and should be cut back now with the exception of plants that bloom in...
Question of the Week: Canales
Q: I have areas where the previous owner placed large slabs of slate under the canales. Would it be better to replace the slate with...
Question of the Week: Arroyo Landscaping
Q: What if I want an “arroyo” look for my yard. What is best for that? Something “clean” and not dirty or muddy. A: You may want to use a...


Question of the Week: Rose Bush Looks
Q: My rose bush looks messy with dry leaves that haven't fallen off yet. Is it ok to pull the leaves off for a cleaner look? A: By...
Question of the Week: Driveways
Q: What is a good size of gravel to use for a driveway? A: Although most gravel sizes will work, we have found that small gravel (3/8")...
Question of the Week: Alternative Weed Barrier
Q: I heard newspaper is a great alternative to weed barrier. Can I use that instead of fabric weedbarrier? A: Newspaper can work as an...
Question of the Week: Debris
Q: I have a huge juniper hedge that has a ton of trash and debris under it. I worry it is a fire hazard. Is there any way to clean it...
Question of the Week: Gravel Contrast
Q: What are the benefits of using two different types of gravel in my yard? A: Different type of gravel add a better contrast of textures...