Homeowners associations have many perks for the neighborhoods in which they exist. While every HOA is different, most will provide community events, help maintain property value over time, and include regulations regarding noise and disturbance. One of most enjoyed benefits of an HOA though, is that lawns and landscapes must adhere to a certain standard of upkeep, which guarantees curb appeal in these neighborhoods.  Benefits of Using Landscaping Services for Homeowners Associations  Being a member of a Homeowners Association comes with its own set of rules. Most people enjoy that there is a certain standard your [...]

There are many ways to add extra appeal and even value to your landscape. One such way is by installing stone edging for your flower bed or garden. There are a ton of different materials that you can use for the stone, so the possibilities can feel endless. That also makes it really easy to find the stone that matches the rest of the landscape perfectly. Giving Your Landscaping Some Definition Stone edging provides definition to your garden, flower beds, and other areas in your landscape. Basically, this stone edging creates borders around certain areas in your [...]

When it comes to outdoor entertainment and enjoyment at the home, the concrete patio is definitely in the run for being king. The concrete patio is versatile with nearly endless ways to design and construct them. They can be large or small, and you don’t necessarily have to stop at just a patio. You can take it one step further and include something like a pergola. For some people, hearing “concrete” may make them think of something basic and not very high quality. The truth is that concrete patios are so versatile with materials that they can be turned [...]

Having a beautiful, well-maintained lawn is one of the staples of home ownership. If you like to do it all yourself, you know firsthand just how much physical work goes into maintaining your yard. As Spring approaches, there is as much Spring cleaning to do to prepare your lawn as there is for Spring Cleaning inside of your home. But if you’re a new homeowner, inexperienced in the ways of lawn care, you will quickly realize that there is far more to a healthy lawn than just mowing and edging. A lawn needs fertilizer, seed, proper morning and edging, [...]

Imagine you have spent time and money on the perfect landscape. You’ve worked on it through the fall and even into a mild early winter in North Texas. But just like all of the other seasons in the great State of Texas, the weather can change very suddenly. One week in the middle of January it’s in the 60’s and 70’s, and the next week there are talks about a hard freeze or even a winter storm. After all of that work, you find yourself with a dilemma: protecting your plants and landscape against the dangers of the freezing [...]

Landscaping can be hours of grueling work for the average homeowner. Even doing routine yard maintenance can be a hassle, especially for those with bigger yards. For one or two people doing yard work that don’t have professional experience, landscaping can take numerous hours and cost a lot of money due to the inexperience. Hiring R & O Landscape Services in Keller, Southlake, and Fort Worth, Texas will not only save you time and money, it will give a spectacular look to your curb appeal. Is Landscaping A Good Investment? Depending on what kind of landscaping you [...]

Installing holiday lighting yourself can be a daunting and even intimidating task. From basic to complex Christmas light designs, the process can be time-consuming and even a little dangerous. This holiday season, consider hiring a professional company to install your holiday lighting. Hiring Professionals Is A Lot Safer There is a lot more to installing holiday lighting than simply pulling out the ladder and hanging up the lights. Without even considering the design process to ensure a beautiful nightscape, putting up Christmas lights can be dangerous. This is especially true if you have a larger, two-story house. When installing [...]

Outdoor lighting can be an afterthought in landscape design. But it adds so much value not only as a marketable improvement, in enhancing safety and security, and for creating striking curb-appeal. With long summer & fall months ahead, it's a great time to add or update a lighting system to enjoy the cooler night air. R & O Landscape Services has beautiful options for professional outdoor lighting solutions - contact Ricardo for a consultation today! Make 1 call for all your landscaping, lawn maintenance, stonework & lawn irrigation, Christmas lights, & outdoor lighting needs in Fort Worth | Keller [...]

With the recent glimpses of warm weather, our savvy clients are wondering what to tackle now to start the growing season off right. Here's our top tips! FERTILIZE Schedule fertilization service for Bermuda & St. Augustine for late February to early March. We can boost the life of your cool-season annual flowers, like pansies, with a high-nitrogen application. Lawn not looking so hot right now? Call us to schedule an application of broadleafed weedkiller spray to kill clover, dandelions, & other grassy weeds. PLANT Now is the perfect time to plant trees & shrubs to establish a root system [...]

The next 5 weeks are crucial for teeing up a lawn that's golf course inspired. Scalp your lawn. “Scalping” is done when the mower blades are lowered to remove more length from the blades of grass than is typically done in a regular mow. This process clears away winter debris & exposes the soil to more sunlight, helping warm the soil to spur new growth in warm season grasses. Scalping also helps identify problem areas of a lawn to fill in or level sunken areas. Can you DIY? Sure, but it's messy job that [...]