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Tice Lawn Maintenance
4.5(
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Serving Plantsville, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1962

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The job was to level and seed the front lawn. Mother Nature can sometimes be a bit*h. The original topsoil has some interesting seeds in it. As promised, TICE came back in late August, killed everything on the front lawn, seeded and fertilized it and just came back to give it a feeding. It looks TERRIFIC. BETTER than I could have hoped. These people are pros.. Leave 'em alone and let them do THEIR job. Don't try to second guess them. You'll like the results."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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H4 Landscape, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Plantsville, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up on time, were pleasant to work with, and delivered exactly what we talked about! I'll definitely call them again and highly recommend them to others!"
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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LB Family Lawn Care & Snow Removal LLC
5.0(
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Serving Plantsville, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was responsive, and prompt quote, came on time during the inspection, came the next day to do the job. I was very happy with the service. I am planning to get them back here this winter for snow removal on my driveway."
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Daniel's Lawn Care
5.0(
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Serving Plantsville, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very good. He's on time, kept the yard nice and neat, cleaned up after work, trimmed up everything nice, and respected the yard as if it's his own."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Buds Enterprises
5.0(
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Serving Plantsville, CT and surrounding areas

"Very professional company. I found them through a friend and i called to get a quote for my lawn. Great prices and very speedy response time. The next day they were out mowing my lawn and raking my leaves. Would highly recommend"
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Lady House Doctors
3.7(
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Serving Plantsville, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was so lucky to find Zoe's ProEdge! Kelly, one of the owners, saved the day on several last minute projects that arose when selling my home. She arrived promptly at the scheduled time each day, was kind, considerate, focused and her work is impeccable. Especially important to me, Kelly offered creative solutions to problems throughout. At the end of each day, the areas she occupied were cleaned and spotless. I would use Zoe's again without hesitation!"
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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McDonough Enterprises, LLC.
5.0(
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Serving Plantsville, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Christian and his team went above and beyond. They did a phenomenal job on the yard. Was so very impressed with the work and the professionalism!! Will be using the company again for sure."
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FAQs for trees & shrubs treat, protect and maintain projects in Plantsville, CT

The optimal transplanting season depends on your tree species, but most trees respond best when moved during dormancy. For deciduous trees, late fall after leaf drop or early spring before bud break provides the lowest stress periods. Evergreens transplant better in early fall or late summer when soil temperatures remain warm enough for some root growth. Avoiding transplanting during active growth periods helps trees direct energy toward establishing new roots rather than supporting foliage.

While technically, trees of any size can be transplanted with the right equipment and expertise, practical considerations limit what's reasonable for most homeowners. Trees with trunk diameters under 15 inches are most commonly transplanted in residential settings. Success rates decline as trees increase in size and age, with specimens over 24 inches in diameter presenting significant challenges and costs. For large trees, carefully weigh the substantial investment against the potential benefits and survival probability.

Most transplanted trees require one to two years to fully establish in their new location, with larger specimens often needing additional time. During this establishment period, the tree regenerates roots that were inevitably lost during the move. Signs of successful establishment include normal seasonal growth patterns, healthy leaf development, and reduced dependence on supplemental watering. The quality of aftercare during this critical period significantly influences long-term survival rates.

Self-transplanting is feasible for small trees with trunk diameters under two to three inches if you have proper tools and follow correct techniques. However, medium to large trees require professional expertise and specialized equipment to ensure tree survival and property protection. While professional services cost more initially, they achieve much higher success rates and prevent potential damage to your property or the tree itself. The investment in professional services often proves worthwhile when considering the value of mature trees.

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