How to Water New Sod in Northern Illinois
New sod has almost no roots. Here is the watering schedule that gets it knitted into Illinois clay in about three weeks.
Seasonal advice for Northern Illinois yards
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Benefits of Mulch for Illinois Landscapes
Mulch saves water, smothers weeds and protects roots from freeze and thaw. Here is how much to use and where not to put it.
Winter Care for Trees and Shrubs
Deep fall watering, burlap for exposed evergreens and smart salt use keep shrubs healthy through a DeKalb County winter.
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Rock Creek Landscape & Hardscape
Landscape design, hardscapes and yearly maintenance from a local crew in Sandwich, IL. Call (815) 555-0162.
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Typical 2026 starting prices in the Sandwich, IL area. Every service page lists its own packages; your exact price comes in a free written estimate.
- Leaf & debris removal
- Bed edging & weeding
- Perennial cutback
- Snowplow damage repair
- Fresh mulch install
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- Excavation & compacted base
- Concrete pavers
- Polymeric joint sand
- Seat wall or steps
- Fire pit & wall lights
- Transformer & timer
- LED path & step lights
- Tree uplights
- Facade & wall cap lights
- Smart app control
- Weekly mowing & trimming
- Spring & fall cleanup
- Bed weeding & edging
- Fertilization & aeration
- Mulch & shrub pruning
