The process of perforating the soil with small holes to allow air, water, and nutrients to penetrate grass roots.

Plants that complete their life cycle in one growing season and need to be replanted each year.

Regular upkeep of flower beds, including weeding, mulching, and edging to keep them neat and healthy.

Decomposed organic material used to enrich soil and improve plant health.

A type of aeration that removes plugs of soil from the lawn to reduce compaction and improve root growth.

The removal of excess thatch (a layer of dead grass and roots) to allow water and nutrients to reach the soil.

Systems such as French drains or grading used to redirect water away from landscapes and foundations.

Creating clean, defined lines between lawns and planting beds or sidewalks for a polished look.

The application of nutrients to lawns or plants to encourage healthy growth.

Leveling or sloping land to ensure proper drainage and prepare for construction or planting.

Low-growing plants used to cover soil and reduce erosion, weeds, or maintenance needs.

The non-living elements of landscaping, such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, and rock features.

A system of sprinklers or drip lines designed to provide consistent watering to landscapes.

The planning and visual arrangement of outdoor spaces using plants, structures, and materials.

Outdoor lighting used to highlight landscaping features and improve safety or ambiance.

A scheduled series of fertilizer applications to promote thick, green, healthy turf.

The routine cutting of grass to maintain height, health, and appearance.

Applying a layer of organic or inorganic material over soil to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and enhance aesthetics.

Plant species that are naturally found in a specific region and adapted to local soil and climate conditions.

Plants that return year after year without needing to be replanted.

Methods or treatments used to manage insects and pests that damage lawns or plants.

A weed control product applied after weeds have already emerged from the soil.

A preventive treatment that stops weed seeds from germinating in the soil.

Trimming branches or stems from trees and shrubs to improve structure, growth, and appearance.

A structure used to hold back soil and prevent erosion, often used in sloped landscapes.

Decorative placement of landscape rock or gravel in beds and pathways to reduce maintenance.

Services performed at the beginning or end of a season to remove leaves, debris, or prepare for new growth.

Installing shrubs into the landscape for structure, privacy, or visual interest.

Laying pre-grown grass to establish a new lawn instantly.

A layer of dead grass and roots that builds up between the soil and living grass.

Adding a thin layer of soil or compost to the lawn to improve soil quality and reduce thatch.

Cutting and shaping trees to promote health, remove hazards, or improve appearance.

Strategies and treatments used to prevent or remove unwanted plants from lawns and landscapes.