LANDSCAPING FAQs

Lugging bags of mulch from the store to your flower beds and then spreading the mulch can take up an entire weekend. Save time and energy by calling E.A. Quinn to have our experts install mulch with our specialized mulch-blowing equipment. How does  work? E.A. Quinn has a mulch-blower that spreads 30 cubic yards of […] The post Tired of spreading mulch? Call EA Quinn for to schedule your mulch installation today! appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

It’s rare that we get through a summer when there isn’t a dry spell. That can often turn green lawns brown and damage perennials. Below, we’ve gathered tips for keeping your landscaping looking its best through the dry summer months. Timing is everything – Watering in the middle of a hot day is not a […] The post What to do about water in the summer months appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

To the untrained eye, mulch is mulch is mulch. But at E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting, we take our mulch very seriously! And when we travel throughout Connecticut installing mulch in planting beds and playgrounds, we make sure we only deliver the best! For planting beds, we offer a variety of mulches, such as hemlock, pine […] The post What different types of mulch are there? appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

One of the most popular services we offer at EA Quinn Landscape Contracting is mulch blowing. However, there are still people who don’t know what mulch blowing is, so we decided to write this blog post to help bring everyone up to speed. Anyone who has attempted to spread mulch over any significant area can […] The post What is mulch blowing? appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

Are you considering natural stone for you next patio or walkway? Here are some of the benefits: Versatility – Natural stone, also known as flagstone, comes in all different shapes, sizes, finishes and color. This versatility allows for use in any type of landscape both existing and new. Strength – Most natural stone has a […] The post 5 Benefits of Natural Stone appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

A recent study by the University of Michigan found that landscaping can increase a home’s value by up to  11 percent. But quality counts! The study found that not all landscaping is created equal. Professionally designed and installed landscapes scored better in the study, resulting in a higher perceived value. So if you are planning […] The post How a landscaping project can increase your home’s value appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

Bluestone is a versatile natural stone due to its durability and wearing qualities. It can be a great material for a variety of projects, whether you are planning a walkway, steps, retaining wall, patio or poolscape. Bluestone is a very dense stone which helps it stand up to the fierce freeze and thaw cycles that […] The post Is Bluestone right for my landscaping project? appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

Cocoa mulch, a product sold in many garden supply centers, has been found to be a potential health risk for pets. Cocoa mulch contains theobromine, an ingredient that is used to make all chocolate, especially dark or baker’s chocolate, and is toxic to dogs. The mulch contains 300-1200 milligrams of theobromine per ounce, making cocoa […] The post Cocoa Mulch Hazard appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..

Have you heard about IPEMA-certified mulch, but you wonder what it means. Let the experts at E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting explain. We’re mulch experts! Before we get into why IPEMA-certified mulch is used on playgrounds, we should probably establish what IPEMA stands for. IPEMA is an acronym for International Playground Equipment Manufacturers Association. IPEMA is […] The post Why is IPEMA-certified mulch used on playgrounds? appeared first on E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting Inc..