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4 Landscaping Resolutions for 2018
The holidays are over and the new year has begun. If you’re part of the 45% of Americans who make […]
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K&D shares practical insights, project stories, company updates, and landscape knowledge shaped by 40 years of real California experience.
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How to Design a California Native Plant Garden
There are many reasons why California Central Coast residents need to consider native plants for their gardens. Not only are […]
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Jun 12, 2026
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Does Your Business Lack Curb Appeal? You May Need a Commercial Landscaper!
Neglecting your business’s exterior appearance can send the impression to prospective customers that your services or products are lacking, which […]
cmgroup
Jun 12, 2026
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How to Prevent Soil Erosion During the Cold Months
Most people associate the term soil erosion with vast dust storms blowing up the topsoil and floods sweeping away the […]
Justin White
Jun 12, 2026
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Giving Back
It is an honor to give back to our community any chance we get! This week we are getting together […]
Justin White
Jun 12, 2026
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A Brief History of Landscaping
Landscaping has a rich history that spans thousands of years and countless cultures, evolving from the gardens […]
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Jun 12, 2026
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Designing Sustainable Landscapes: The K&D Way
As a trusted provider of sustainable residential landscape design services across the Central Coast of California, we’re committed to transforming […]
Justin White
Jun 12, 2026
RAISE THE BAR: Know your labor hour variance
Over the last several years, I have spent extensive time talking with landscape industry leaders, networking at conferences and attending educational...
cmgroup
Jun 12, 2026
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Tips for Hiring a Lawn Sprinkler Repair Company Near You
Irrigation problems rarely stay small. A failing valve, weak zone, or outdated controller quickly turns into water waste, plant stress, […]
Holly Petherbridge
Jun 12, 2026