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What is Water Budgeting?
With ongoing drought conditions and the increasing importance of sustainability, water management has become a top priority for commercial property...
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Watsonville High Grad Makes National FFA Competition
Juan Herrera has been busy since he graduated from Watsonville High School in 2021. After landing a job with K&D Landscaping while still in school,...
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Jun 12, 2026
How K&D Landscaping planted success in their own backyard
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Jun 12, 2026
Landscape Construction
Popular Backyard Deck Ideas To Transform Your Outdoor Space
Creating a backyard deck is one of the most effective ways to enhance your outdoor living space, providing a perfect […]
Briana Johnson
Jun 12, 2026
Garden maintenance
A Guide to Chemical-Free Weed Killing in Santa Cruz
There are ways to keep a “green” chemical-free garden that uses household ingredients to kill weeds. They are easy to […]
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Jun 12, 2026
Blog
Certified Water Managers: The Key to Water Efficiency and Compliance
California’s Central Coast promises stunning landscapes and an excellent quality of life. However, water scarcity is a pressing issue in […]
Briana Johnson
Jun 12, 2026
Blog
Preparing for Wildfire Season Part 4 of 4
I hope you are all working on your home’s fire hardening and improving the safety of your property. We are […]
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Jun 12, 2026
Blog
How to Change the Direction of a Sprinkler Head—And Why It Matters
You walk your property early in the morning and see water spraying across the sidewalk. It looks like a minor […]
Holly Petherbridge
Jun 12, 2026
Ground control: K&D Landscaping CEO talks shifting trends, standards
Whether it is due to shifting climates, labor challenges, rising material costs or simply new trends, the landscape industry is evolving. However,...
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Jun 12, 2026
Blog
Revolutionizing Water Management for a Better California
Revolutionizing Water Management for a Better California: Understanding the Importance of Proactive Solutions Water scarcity is one of California’s...
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Jun 12, 2026