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Reducing Overgrown Plants in Seattle: Clear the Clutter and Reclaim Your Landscape

Tame your yard with Lee’s General Landscaping’s expert service for reducing overgrown plants in Seattle—restore space, safety, and curb appeal.

Reducing Overgrown Plants in Seattle: Clear the Clutter and Reclaim Your Landscape

Let’s face it—plants in Seattle don’t just grow, they explode. With our steady rain and mild temperatures, it doesn’t take long for once-beautiful garden beds, shrubs, and hedges to turn into a tangled mess of overgrowth. If you’re tired of your plants taking over your walkways, fences, or windows, our reducing overgrown plants service is here to help.

At Lee’s General Landscaping, we help homeowners across Seattle restore their yards to clean, balanced, and beautiful spaces. Whether it’s towering shrubs, invasive vines, or unruly ornamental grasses, we’ll trim, shape, and clean up the mess—leaving your yard refreshed and under control.

Identifying the Problem in Seattle

In our local climate, the most common issues we see include:

  • Overgrown shrubs and hedges blocking light and airflow
  • Aggressive vines and ground cover spreading into patios or neighbor’s yards
  • Invasive species like English ivy and blackberry choking out native plants
  • Plants growing too close to siding, windows, or fences, risking moisture damage
  • Obstructed walkways or driveways, creating safety hazards

Overgrown plants don’t just look messy—they harbor pests, attract mold and mildew, and can even lower your property value.

Why Choose Lee’s General Landscaping?

At Lee’s, we take a thoughtful approach to every yard. We don’t just chop and haul—we reduce overgrowth with care and expertise so your plants stay healthy and your landscape can breathe again.

Here’s how we handle it:

  • On-Site Inspection – We walk your property to assess overgrown areas, identify plant types, and check for invasive species or structural risks.
  • Scope Definition – We’ll define exactly what we’re reducing, shaping, or removing—and we’ll work with your vision for what the space should look like afterward.
  • Site Prep – Before we start cutting, we prep surrounding areas and protect any fragile plants, garden beds, or hardscapes.
  • Commercial-Grade Equipment – From hedge trimmers to brush cutters and loppers, we bring professional tools to get the job done fast and clean.
  • Thorough Clean-Up – Once we’re done trimming, we rake, blow, and haul away every last clipping.

Key Benefits of Our Service

  • Instant Curb Appeal – A clean, controlled landscape makes your home look polished and cared for.
  • Improved Plant Health – Thinning and shaping allows better airflow, sun exposure, and growth direction.
  • More Usable Space – Overgrown plants can block seating areas, patios, or paths—clearing them opens up your yard again.
  • Increased Safety – We clear walkways, driveways, and window lines to prevent trip hazards and security concerns.
  • Pest and Mold Prevention – Trimming back dense growth reduces rodent hiding spots and limits moisture buildup.

Our Proven Best Practices

We’ve worked in yards of all shapes and sizes across Seattle and developed a reliable process:

  • Prune selectively, not excessively—preserving plant health
  • Remove invasive roots when possible to stop regrowth
  • Offer seasonal follow-ups to keep growth in check long term
  • Apply mulch or compost when needed to restore balance in beds
  • Recommend replanting or replacement where overgrowth has caused damage

Track Record & Guarantee

We’re proud of our reputation—500+ glowing reviews from Seattle homeowners who appreciate our no-nonsense approach, fair pricing, and quality work.

We back every project with our 100% satisfaction guarantee. If something’s not right, we’ll fix it—period.

Next Steps & Call-to-Action

If your yard’s been taken over by plants that won’t quit growing, don’t wait until it gets worse.

📞 Call Lee’s General Landscaping today or schedule your free consultation online. We’ll walk your space, create a game plan, and help you take back control of your landscape—with results that last.


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Seattle yard cleared of overgrown bushes, vines, and invasive shrubs by Lee’s team.

Our Service Packages

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1) Yard Clean Up Package

We offer yard clean up services for one-time, seasonal, quarterly, and annual needs, plus specialized services for home sales, insurance claims, commercial properties, overgrown yards, and junk removal.

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2) Landscaping & Hardscape Construction

Landscape Design: Design your dream landscape with our custom services, including pavers, patios, garden beds, irrigation, ornaments, retaining walls, and more.

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3) Lawn Care & Maintenance

Select Areas: Biweekly, Quarterly

Maintenance: Save time with our bi-weekly maintenance, including mowing, edging, and leaf blowing, for a hassle-free, well-manicured lawn.

Lawn Care Services: New sod installation, thatching, aerating, hydro-seeding, seeding, fertilization, artificial turf, lawn health assessments, garden maintenance, irrigation system installation/repair, and weed/feed services.

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We are locally owned and operated, we provide expert landscaping, hardscaping, and repair services in Seattle. Learn more about our services:

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