Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about landscape design, maintenance, irrigation, and more.
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Can a landscaping company add more shade to my yard?
Yes. Shade can be added through a mix of trees and built structures, and both approaches work well in Utah’s climate. Fast-growing, drought-tolerant trees such as honeylocust, bur oak, or…
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Why is my water bill so high after hiring a landscaping company?
High water bills almost always point to irrigation. In Salt Lake and Davis Counties, watering too frequently or running zones too long wastes thousands of gallons each month. Broken sprinkler…
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Should my yard really be this brown in summer?
Some browning is normal in Utah during summer, especially under drought restrictions when cities limit irrigation. In Salt Lake and Davis Counties, lawns often go dormant in midsummer heat —…
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Am I watering too much or too little?
Both overwatering and underwatering are common in Utah. In Salt Lake and Davis Counties, clay-heavy soils hold moisture differently than sandy soils, so irrigation needs extra attention. Lawns typically do…
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Why is everything dying in this summer heat?
Utah summers are tough on landscapes. In Salt Lake and Davis Counties, heat stress shows up as brown lawns, drooping leaves, and scorched plants. The most common causes are shallow…
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