Hawaii Landscaping FAQ

Q: Are your landscape services available in East Hawaii?

A: Presently, we do not provide any maintenance and lawn care services on the East side of Hawaii Island. We only serve from Captain Cook to Kohala Ranch, on the west side of Hawaii.

Q: Do you specialize in underground sprinkler system repairs? Because mine seems to be faulty.

A: Yes, we do. You can call us anytime for your full-service Kailua-Kona irrigation system ranging from your water management systems, to troubleshooting, repairs, and servicing. We’ve got you covered.

Q: I want to ask, how do you run your schedule for lawn maintenance services?

A: All you have to do is fill in a form on our website with a request for an estimate, and one of our customer representatives will get in touch with you to schedule you for an estimate.

Q: Is your lawn care services schedule tailored to our needs?

A: Yes, our schedules are matched with the needs of our clients. Send us a message and we will be glad to be in touch with you as soon as possible.

Q: Weeds have overgrown our lawn, can you provide a solution?

A: Of course, we can do that. First, your lawn would be inspected by our estimator to know the current condition of the lawn. Then, we have Kailua-Kona weed control strategies to get your lawn back to the beauty it used to be.

Q: Do you have a preferred means of payment?

A: We generally accept all means of payment ranging from credit cards, cheques, and wire transfers.

Q: Is it necessary for me to have an irrigation system in Hawaii?

A: It is very important to have an irrigation system, especially if you live on the Leeward side of Hawaii. Our experts know the various types of Kailua-Kona landscapes which require an automated irrigation system installation to remain looking their best year-round. Having a professional Hawaii landscape company install a sprinkler system is often viewed as the most effective way to properly irrigate your lawn.

Q: When is it considered the best time to dethatch my lawn?

A: The best time to dethatch your lawn in Hawaii is from April to September. This is because it is considered the best time for your lawn to grow to its fullest. However, if you want to know when it’s the ideal time for your lawn to be dethatched, it will have to be done by a Kailua-Kona landscaping contractor. For an expert opinion on when to dethatch a lawn in Kailua-Kona contact us today.

Q: What are the best ways to protect my plants away from disease?

A: There are indeed some unique ways to preserve your plants and protect them away from disease. They are;

• Always endeavor to clean up your garden. Remove unwanted plants around and throw them away in the trash.
• Hire a professional landscaping company to fertilize your lawn – it helps to protect your plants away from diseases.
• If you notice that some stems have been infected, it is best advised to always remove them. This should be done as soon as possible once you notice any sign of disease.
• It is never a bad idea to carry out regular inspections of your plants. It gives you much more knowledge about the status of your plants.

Q: What best practices can get rid of weeds permanently?

A: To get rid of weeds permanently, you must start early enough because the growth of your plants and weeds work hand in hand scientifically. But not to worry, there are some strategized ways to make this work. The following ways are;

• You can make good use of landscaping fabric. In using the landscaping fabric, you cover the flower beds and garden where you do not want the weeds to grow.
• Start early to uproot weeds you don’t want to see, then use an herbicide to kill the weeds you can see to prevent further growth. Note: thread with caution when making use of the herbicide – because, they kill any plant they touch. It is not just only weeds.
• Hiring a Hawaii lawn maintenance company to professionally spray herbicide for weed control in Kailua-Kona is often thought to be a best practice by most property owners.

Q: Of what importance is professional lawn maintenance?

A: There are so many benefits that come with maintaining your lawn on Hawaii Island. It provides you a great space for family events, exposes you to fresh air, beautifies the environment of your house, and makes it an overall experience for everyone that comes around the house. A well-maintained lawn also exhibits cleanliness and establishes a deep root system for erosion control.

Q: Which is better? A drip irrigation system or a sprinkler?

A: Each of these systems has its specialty. Hawaii drip irrigation systems are known for covering household or small areas and individual plants. But the sprinkler covers a larger area which makes it the preferable means of watering your lawn. The drip and the sprinkler have their uses also. All you have to do is to find the one that suits your needs and go with it. Both are wonderful in their ramification. Each has its pros and cons. So, it’s all a matter of choice.

Q: Will it benefit my environment to add more plants to the landscape?

A: One of the jobs of a plant is to filter carbon dioxide. Its benefits to an environment cant are over-emphasized. Just imagine, planting and maintaining trees in Hawaii can remove pounds of C02 annually. Now, imagine what will happen when about 20 trees are planted. It will result in the creation of fresh air for people to peacefully live and co-exist. The importance will continue to go on and on without stopping. So, know today that adding more plants is highly beneficial to your environment. Go big on it!

Q: How often should I mow my lawn?

A: Property owners should mow lawns in 2 weeks intervals. When it comes to mowing your Kailua-Kona lawn, everything is seen. So, it is more of when are you ready to get up and do what you have to do? When you feel like the lawn is grown beyond the expected level, you should mow it. There shouldn’t be any recommended time frame – because some lawn takes more time than other lawn. So, if yours is getting mowed every 2 weeks, another can be in 3 weeks.

Q: My property needs maintenance. How often can you maintain my landscape?

A: It depends on the type of property being talked about here, and the type of service you require. We provide full-time landscape maintenance as often as required. All we need you to do is work with our team, and provide the necessary information needed, and we will be glad to turn your property into an amiable dwelling.

Q: How will landscaping increase the value of my home?

A: Buyers have their choice of property. Not all property appeals to them. Your lawn will speak of how well you take care of your property and will intrigue the buyer to purchase because of the beauty the lawn possesses. Any other attractive feature will also be a plus in increasing the value of your property in Hawaii.