Water conservation is a priority in a drought-prone region like Los Angeles. In the state of California, outdoor water use accounts for between 50 to 70 percent of all household water use. Area homeowners are always looking for ways to minimize water use and limit...
To some eyes, all that beautiful, lush greenery surrounding your home is an open buffet table. There are many types of pests that can take up residence in your flower beds, gardens, trees, and shrubs. If left unchecked, they can cause all kinds of problems that can...
A lot of LA homeowners are also dog owners. A fenced-in backyard makes a great place for the family dog to play and get some exercise. At Gutierrez & Sons Landscaping, we get a lot of questions from customers about making the landscaping around their homes more...
Water always seems to be in short supply in a drought-prone area like LA. You might think this would create a problem when it comes to maintaining a lush and beautiful landscape around your home, but it doesn’t have to. There are many species of flowers, shrubs,...
Artificial turf or grass is a plastic mat or carpet covered with synthetic fibers that have been manufactured to recreate the look and feel of natural grass. Originally used in sports arenas, artificial turf is now being used on residential lawns and commercial...
When homeowners in LA have a tree removed from their property, they often choose to have the stump removed as well. This can make sense for a lot of reasons: Tree stumps provide good homes for ants, termites, and other pests. It prevents the spread of infectious...
Planting a tree is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to increase the value of a property. It’s a sure way to improve the curb appeal of just about any LA-area home. A tree purchased for a few dollars at a local nursery has the potential to add...
Trees are hardy, long-lived organisms. There are trees in California that are thousands of years old. But trees aren’t immortal. They can die as a result of injury or disease. just like everything else. It’s Important to Remove Dead or Dying Trees From...
If your yard is starting to look like a jungle, it might be time to do a little trimming and pruning to get things under control. Trimming and pruning your yard’s trees, shrubs, and bushes is a great way to promote healthy plant growth while improving the...
To say that palm trees are common in Los Angeles is an understatement. LA’s palm tree-lined boulevards have been featured in so many movies and TV shows that they’ve become an iconic symbol of the city. What a lot of people don’t realize is that the...
