How to deal with unsightly, lawn-smothering sand build up in your New Mexico landscape»

The recent howling winds in New Mexico not only increase fire danger, topple trees and aggravate our allergies, they also bring lots of dirt and sand into our fragile landscapes.…

Controlling weeds in your landscape in New Mexico»

A weed is a plant that has mastered every survival skill except for learning how to grow in rows.No one likes to pull weeds, and with unpredictable spring weather, why would…

Tips for your spring yard cleanup from a professional cleaner-upper»

Spring is a busy time for planning and reinvigorating our landscapes. There are many aspects to this work that may demand more time and energy or experience than you have…

Double rebates for commercial landscapes converted to xeriscape!»

A view from above. Green rectangles. Watered regularly. Fertilized, aerated, inspected daily for spring green. Once lush, taller than 2” or so—what happens to the lush green growth? We cut…

Frigid February turns to March madness: plants suffer freeze damage following record lows»

Look for plant damage due to record low temperatures! The deep freeze of February is starting to lose its grip and after what seemed to be an interminable period of…

Seven elements of xeriscaping for less water, less maintenance»

There is no such thing as a NO maintenance yard, but xeriscaping your yard can reduce the amount of work you put into it. Not only does a xeriscape require…

How much is that yard cleanup estimate gonna cost me?»

While lining out my men for a residential clean up job, the next door neighbor walked over and said he had noticed the Hilltop truck and wanted to know what…