Horticulturist Kelly Norris has a favorite task in his Des Moines front yard: puttering. By that he means meandering, leaning into a plant for a closer look, wondering which birdsong he’s hearing, and eventually trying to remember where he dropped his trowel. “I’m pretty tightly wound, and the garden helps […]
Maintenance
How Much Does Landscaping Cost? Breaking Down the Cost of Maintenance, Planting, and More
Photo: istockphoto.com Typical Range: $1,362 to $5,640 National Average: $3,415 Designing and maintaining a beautiful landscape is about more than just mowing and watering the yard—it can involve planting trees and shrubs, establishing perennial beds, and incorporating pathways and lighting. The typical cost for landscaping a yard ranges from approximately […]