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Controller Programming
Installing, navigating and maintaining an irrigation controller can be a job all in itself. I receive dozens of phone calls […]
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Reduce your water bill with conscious landscaping
Santa Cruz’s wet season wasn’t very wet at all. In fact, we are coming off of the driest wet season […]
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Jun 12, 2026
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Craft an Edible Garden Design with 4 Secrets from an Experienced Landscape Professional
In this article, we will explore the secrets to crafting an edible garden design that will not only be aesthetically […]
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Jun 12, 2026
Why You Should Become A Disruptive Successor
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Jun 12, 2026
2019 Be the Difference Award – Business Winner
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Jun 12, 2026
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Why You Should Be Investing in Your Landscape
When you are trying to add value to your property, there is almost nothing more important than investing in your […]
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Jun 12, 2026
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Mulch Madness
Spring is just around the corner and March is a great month to concentrate on mulch! A relatively cheap and […]
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Jun 12, 2026
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Post-Storm Landscaping Checklist
Atmospheric river, El Nino, and low-pressure systems are just a few trigger words we hear on the news that remind […]
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Jun 12, 2026
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What is Xeriscaping?
Along California’s Central Coast, water conservation is not just a preference—it’s a necessity. With frequent droughts and rising water costs, […]
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Jun 12, 2026
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No-Mow and Ornamental Grasses
As the desire for less maintenance and more drought-tolerant landscaping increases, ornamental grasses are growing in popularity. With so many […]
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Jun 12, 2026