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Understanding Seattle’s Unique Soil Types: A Guide for Homeowners Seattle’s rich history, geography, and climate have shaped its diverse soil landscape, offering both opportunities and challenges for homeowners and landscapers. While Seattle’s soil is well-suited for native plants, its high rainfall can lead to drainage and nutrient retention issues. Understanding your soil type is the … Read more
Introducing the Toro 30-inch TimeMaster® Gas Lawn Mower: A Landscaper’s Favorite and Homeowner’s Dream As a landscaper, I know how much time and energy mowing can take, especially when you’re dealing with large yards or multiple properties. That’s why I’m excited to share the Toro 30-inch TimeMaster® Gas Lawn Mower—a mower designed to make lawn … Read more
How to Keep Raccoons from Tearing Up Your Lawn Hey neighbors, Mr. Lee here! If you’re dealing with raccoons making a mess of your lawn, you’re not alone. These little troublemakers love digging up yards in search of grubs, tipping over trash cans, and even helping themselves to your pet’s food. But don’t worry—I’ve got … Read more
Selling Your Seattle Home? Let Lee’s General Landscaping Help You Make a Lasting First Impression When it comes to selling your Seattle home, curb appeal is everything. A beautifully maintained yard can be the difference between a potential buyer falling in love with your property or walking away unimpressed. At Lee’s General Landscaping, we specialize … Read more
Lee’s General Landscaping’s Quarterly Yard Clean-Up: Celebration-Ready All Year Long Planning a family reunion or a summer barbecue? A picture-perfect gathering starts with a yard that’s ready to impress! At Lee’s General Landscaping, we make it easy to keep your outdoor space polished and inviting all year round with our seasonal yard clean-up service. Perfect … Read more
Lee’s Beginner’s Guide: Landscape, Hardscape, and Softscape Design This guide is designed to simplify your landscape design journey, covering essential topics from planning and design to implementation and maintenance of your outdoor space. Over the years, we’ve explored a wide range of landscaping principles, terminology, tools, materials, and techniques. Whether you’re just starting out or … Read more
Hi Neighbor! Elevate Your Outdoor Spaces with Expert Care & Professional Tools I’m Mr. Lee, and at Lee’s General Landscaping, we’ve spent over 30 years perfecting the art of transforming outdoor spaces. Serving Edmonds and the surrounding communities, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional landscaping services with the help of professional-grade tools and a skilled … Read more
Mr. Lee: Normandy Park’s Trusted Landscaping Expert for Over 30 Years Hi, I’m Mr. Lee! For more than three decades, my team and I at Lee’s General Landscaping have had the privilege of serving Normandy Park and its neighboring communities. Whether it’s a complete outdoor transformation or regular lawn care, we bring professionalism, creativity, and … Read more
A Seattle Homeowner’s Guide to Safe and Successful Tree Removal Removing a tree from your property can feel like an overwhelming task, but with the right approach and professional help, you can ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient process. Trees may need to be removed for various reasons—whether they’re dead, hazardous, or obstructing future landscaping … Read more
A Seattle Homeowner’s Guide to Wooden Fence Installation Installing a wooden fence on your Seattle property can enhance privacy, boost curb appeal, and increase your home’s value. However, planning and executing a fence installation involves several considerations to ensure a durable and visually appealing result. This guide will provide you with essential tips, walk you … Read more
How to Install Sod for a Lush, Instant Lawn Installing sod is one of the quickest ways to achieve a lush, vibrant lawn. Unlike seeding, which takes time and patience, sod offers an instant green carpet that enhances your outdoor space immediately. Whether you’re revamping your yard or tackling a new landscaping project, following the … Read more
Landscape Grading and Resloping: A Guide to Enhancing Your Outdoor Space Landscape grading and resloping are essential processes for creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environment. These tasks involve shaping the land to ensure proper drainage, stability, and usability, while also addressing design goals. While these projects can seem complex, a clear plan and … Read more
Stairs and Steps Construction: A Guide for Seattle Homeowners Constructing or repairing stairs and steps is an important project that requires careful planning and execution. Whether you’re adding steps to your garden, porch, or entryway, the right approach will ensure they are safe, durable, and aesthetically pleasing. For Seattle homeowners, considering the local climate and … Read more
Garden Styles for Seattle Homes: Inspiration for Your Landscape Seattle’s mild, often rainy climate provides an ideal backdrop for diverse and stunning garden styles. By selecting a design that suits both your home’s architecture and the local environment, you can create an outdoor space that is as functional as it is beautiful. Here are four … Read more
Let’s Pave the Way to Stunning Outdoor Spaces! Talk the talk? Then walk the walk—on the perfect pavers! When it comes to creating stylish and functional outdoor spaces, pavers are a game-changer. Durable, versatile, and aesthetically pleasing, they provide a foundation for patios, walkways, driveways, and more. Whether you’re firing up the BBQ for a … Read more
Balance and Shapes: The Art of Tree Pruning Pruning is more than just a maintenance task—it’s an art form that combines strength, timing, balance, and precision, much like a ballet performance. A skilled pruner shapes trees not only to enhance their appearance but also to promote health and encourage growth. While DIY tree pruning can … Read more
Labor of Love: Mastering Garden Maintenance in Seattle Gardening is much more than a hobby—it’s a labor of love that connects us to the natural world and rewards us with beauty, peace, and sometimes delicious harvests. Seattle’s mild, wet climate provides an ideal environment for gardening, making it possible to grow a diverse range of … Read more
Experience Exceptional Quality Workmanship for Your Outdoor Spaces I’m Mr. Lee, and at Lee’s General Landscaping, we’ve been turning outdoor spaces into something truly special for over 30 years. If you’re in Newcastle or nearby, we’d love to help you create a yard that’s not just functional but also stunning—a space you’ll enjoy every day. … Read more
Mr. Lee: Elevating Des Moines Landscapes with 30 Years of Experience Hi there! I’m Mr. Lee, and for over 30 years, Lee’s General Landscaping has been helping homeowners and businesses in Des Moines create outdoor spaces they can truly be proud of. Whether it’s a complete transformation or regular upkeep, my team and I are … Read more
Planting Groundcover: A Step-by-Step Guide Hey there, gardening enthusiasts! Today, I’m excited to share with you a step-by-step guide on how to plant groundcover. Groundcovers are amazing plants that spread quickly and form a dense mat, making them perfect for covering large areas of ground. Step 1: Prepare the Soil Before planting, clear the area … Read more
Elevate Your Outdoor Space with a Custom Sidewalk or Walkway Hey Seattle, it’s Mr. Lee here! Let’s talk about something that can truly transform your property and make your outdoor spaces more functional and inviting—sidewalks and walkways! Whether you’re looking to boost curb appeal, ensure safety, or just create a welcoming path, building a sidewalk … Read more
Elevating Your Garden Design with Creativity and Quality Photo Credit: Home Depot Designing your garden is an exciting way to transform your outdoor space into something beautiful, functional, and uniquely yours. Whether you’re planning a tranquil retreat, a vibrant vegetable patch, or a space for entertaining, garden design offers endless possibilities to express your personal … Read more
Seattle Driveway Construction: What You Need to Know Building a driveway in Seattle isn’t just about laying down concrete or asphalt—it’s about making sure your driveway stands up to rain, lasts for years, and enhances your home’s curb appeal. Whether you’re considering concrete, asphalt, pavers, or gravel, the right choice and proper installation will save … Read more
Native Flowers & Shrubs for a Thriving Seattle Garden Hey neighbors, Mr. Lee here! If you’re looking to add low-maintenance, native plants to your yard, you’re in the right place. Native plants don’t just look beautiful—they also attract wildlife, support local ecosystems, and are naturally adapted to Seattle’s climate. Here are a few highlights: Native … Read more
Hey there, folks! Mr. Lee here, your trusted landscape contractor in Seattle. Today, we’re going to talk about a landscaping trend that’s been picking up steam around here: artificial turf. If you’ve ever felt frustrated with the constant upkeep of a natural lawn—whether it’s mowing, dealing with muddy patches, or trying to keep your yard … Read more