To the untrained eye, a healthy tree might not look very different from a dying tree. Unless you know exactly what to look for, like borers, wilting, and dieback, you might even not recognize if your tree is half-dead! Just like humans, trees need a checkup every once in a while to ensure they don’t Read More >

If you see these pesky little bugs digging holes in your trees or shrubs, you might have a problem on your hands! Insect borers are one of the most destructive tree pests that property owners have to deal with, and they’re unfortunately common.  Here’s how to recognize and deal with these pesky pests, brought to Read More >

Some landscaping tasks are definitely best left to the professionals, no matter how confident of a handyman you are. Tree trimming, near power lines especially, and other dangerous tasks can easily lead to landscaping injuries or significant property damage. If you don’t take the right precautions, you can cause a serious landscaping accident that can Read More >

If you want your yard to look beautiful all season ‘round, you don’t have to break the bank. Many gardening and landscaping tasks are doable by yourself with a little know-how and some time spent getting your hands dirty. There are many small things you can manage around your yard by yourself, but some tasks Read More >

The sun is shining, the branches are budding, and soon, the growth is going to be out of control. What steps can you take to ensure your yard and trees are well maintained in this vibrant season? At Gutierrez & Sons, we’ve specialized in spring landscaping services in the Southern California area since 1982. Ice Read More >

You might think that winter sounds like a bad time to plant trees on your property. For climates that experience heavy snowfall, that might be the case — but in Southern California, the frequent rain makes winter a decent time to plant many types of trees. At Gutierrez & Sons, we’ve been chopping down, trimming, Read More >

If you’ve never had to maintain or remove a tree on your property before, you might not know how to get started. There’s no single solution as to how to get rid of a tree, and you might come up with more questions than answers as you begin the process. The tree removalists and landscapers Read More >

Landscaping in Southern California comes with its fair share of challenges: frequent drought and water shortages, arid conditions, and high soil salinity, to name a few. To design a stunning front garden, you need to get creative and take advantage of native plants to design the ideal landscape architecture for the climate. At Gutierrez & Read More >

Whether your driveway is cracked and crumbling or you’re looking to elevate your home’s curb appeal, a turf and concrete driveway update is a smart way to give your property a facelift. Driveways and other hardscape areas of your property are easy to overlook when considering enhancements, but it is part of your home’s first Read More >