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Want A Beautiful Spring Garden? Here's What You Need To Know

From lawn fertilizing and flower planting to hedge trimming and weeding, these tasks will make your yard stand out all season long.

Whether you need regular lawn maintenance or a completely new landscape design, Thumbtack has pros in your area to help make your garden the envy of your neighbors.
Whether you need regular lawn maintenance or a completely new landscape design, Thumbtack has pros in your area to help make your garden the envy of your neighbors. (Getty Images)

Spring is finally here, and even if you don't have a green thumb, you can still have a gorgeous garden. Creating the outdoor oasis of your dreams is easy when you have a team of top-rated professionals to guide you through the process.

Whether your garden needs a complete overhaul and redesign or you just need help with regular lawn maintenance, Thumbtack — a home services app used by millions — makes it easy to find and hire local pros who will get the job done right.


Revitalize Your Lawn And Garden

After a long winter, plants and bushes may need a bit of extra care. Landscape professionals know exactly what your garden needs to be healthy all season. From pruning plants to trimming hedges and trees, landscape and garden professionals have the tools and experience to handle your regular yard maintenance needs. Some of the tasks a landscape service can complete include weed removal, mulching, lawn maintenance, planting of flowers, trees and shrubs, and more.

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Leave The Mowing To The Pros

Anyone who has mowed a lawn or two knows that doing it expertly can take an entire afternoon. If you’d like your lawn to look as meticulous as the greens of any golf course, you’ll appreciate the help of a lawn mowing pro. Not only will it save you time, but a professional can spot problems before they arise, keeping your grass green and groomed.

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Fertilize And Protect Your Lawn From Weeds

Achieving a thick and dense lawn requires feeding and weeding. Fertilizer feeds your lawn to provide nutrients. A lawn care professional knows the best time of year to fertilize based on your climate and the best fertilizer for your type of lawn. And a professional fertilizing company will know if aeration is beneficial for your lawn. They can also help prep your lawn with a pre-emergent herbicide to keep weeds from sprouting and seeding so your lawn looks flawless all season long.


Add A Sprinkler System

A sprinkler system makes it easy and cost-effective to evenly and efficiently water your lawn and keep a garden vibrant and growing. Choosing the best sprinkler system for your lawn care needs is best left to professional sprinkler companies or contractors. Installing a sprinkler system can be quite complicated, requiring a lot of labor, but a sprinkler professional can complete the job expertly while also ensuring the system is operating properly.

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Update Your Garden With New Landscaping

Whatever your vision is for your garden, make it a reality with a landscape design that adds to the beauty of your property. Landscape design pros will analyze the existing garden or yard and plan its transformation through the use of flowers and plants. Landscape designers will work with you to ensure all of your design goals are met, whether you want to create a new garden and layout or only need to make minor modifications. For example, a professional may suggest adding in hardscape, such as walkways or patios, for greater enjoyment of the area.


Incorporate A Focal Point In Your Garden

If the garden of your dreams has a fountain taking center stage, this is the year to make it happen with some help from a water feature design professional. Incorporating a water feature, such as a fountain or a pond, is an easy way to add interest in a backyard garden. And the sound of running water is not only relaxing, it’s also helpful for masking noise, such as the drone from an air conditioner or nearby traffic. When you work with a water feature design professional, they’ll help you choose the best option for your backyard garden that works within your budget.


Use Lighting To Create The Perfect Vibe

A small change in lighting can make a big difference for any space, including an outdoor living area. Whether you want to install custom lighting or wish to add an illuminated path in your garden or yard, there are outdoor lighting pros in your area who can help create the perfect display for your landscape. Lighting is not only helpful for creating a cozy environment, it’s also a great safety feature for a yard.


Upgrade Your Fencing To Enhance Your Garden

You can have a stunning garden, but if your fencing is worn out and in need of repairs, it’ll bring the entire space down. Fencing not only adds to your curb appeal, it also defines your property line and provides security for your home and yard. A professional fence installer can spot potential problems before they arise and help you plan for an optimal outcome.

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Compare Top-Rated Garden Professionals On Thumbtack

To have the most attractive garden or yard in the neighborhood, you need a team of professionals who can help make your dream a reality. The top-rated pros at Thumbtack can help you with any job you need completed. To find a garden service professional in your area, simply select the service you’d like, input your ZIP code and answer a few questions about your project. Thumbtack will share a list of local professionals and their rates, and put you in contact with someone who can complete your service.

You’ll also be able to read reviews, compare ratings and check their availability for your desired dates. If they can help you complete your project, an organizer will reach out to you to help coordinate your project.


Looking for a landscape and garden professional? Visit Thumbtack today to find a top-rated local pro!

This post is sponsored and contributed by Thumbtack, a Patch Brand Partner.