Our Mulching Services
North County uses two different types of fresh bark mulch that are native to the Pacific Northwest—medium fir mulch and black composted mulch. Both types are free of dyes and chemicals, so they’re a healthy, natural backdrop for your garden.
Our professional landscaping crews will lay your mulch in your garden beds with precision so your flowers and shrubs can thrive on the mulch’s nutrients. This also helps suffocate weeds and prevents their seeds from taking root in the soil.
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Meet Tara Brockett
Sales Administrator
Since 2021, Tara has been an invaluable member of our team. As our Sales Administrator, she manages our estimators’ schedules, ensuring they are prepared for their appointments and running on time. Her organization and coordination help create a smooth and professional experience for both our team and our clients.
As the first point of contact for many new clients, Tara’s warm and cheerful approach ensures every interaction starts on the right note. Whether booking estimates or answering questions about our services, she provides prompt, helpful information and helps make each client’s first experience with our company a five-star one.
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Who We Serve
Homeowners
We help homeowners achieve beautiful, low-maintenance yards they can be proud of year-round. From lawn health programs to custom landscaping, we take care of the details so you can enjoy your outdoor space.
HOAs and Residential Communities
We work with HOAs and residential neighborhoods to maintain common areas and ensure every property looks its best. Our scheduled services keep things tidy, professional, and worry-free for residents.
Commercial Properties
We specialize in maintaining premium commercial properties that prioritize top-tier service and attention to detail.
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Why Choose North County
Frequently Asked Questions
The type of mulch we choose for your yard from our two available varieties depends on the specific growing conditions of your property. For example, black composted mulch is great at counteracting the effects of direct sunlight, while medium fir mulch can often be suitable for shady yards.
Yes! North County provides a range of lawn care and landscaping services, including:
Resources
Fire Pits, Water Features, & Rock Gardens: How to Add Year-Round Interest to Your Backyard
Designing for Four Seasons in the PNW Year-round landscape design comes down to layering features that catch your attention at different times: Something with structure to add interest during the winter Something that pulls you outside on cool evenings, and Something that moves and makes sound when the garden is still. Stone, fire, and water…
Hardscape Ideas and Inspiration: Patios, Walkways, & More
Search “backyard patio” and you’ll scroll through a million gorgeous photos. Most were shot somewhere sunny and dry, which is why a lot of those ideas don’t survive their first Whatcom County winter. Your hardscape can look every bit as good as anything you’ve saved, as long as it’s designed for our soil, our slopes,…
Retaining Walls vs. French Drains: How to Tell Which One Your Yard Needs
When you’re standing in your backyard after a heavy rain, watching water collect against the back of the house, or noticing a slope that shifts after every wet winter, you’re probably wondering how to solve it.
Low-Voltage Landscape Lighting: A Homeowner’s Guide to Planning Your System
For homeowners weighing how to light a yard, low-voltage systems are the most common path. They’re safe to install, flexible to design around, and well-suited to the conditions in Whatcom County and the rest of the Pacific Northwest. This guide walks through how the systems work, how they compare to alternatives, what drives the cost,…
Lawn Health Programs Explained: Fertilization, Weed Control, and Soil Nutrition
If your lawn in Whatcom County has ever looked thin, yellowed, or overrun with moss despite regular watering and mowing, the problem might be what’s happening under the surface. A lawn health program is a scheduled series of treatments designed to address the root causes of poor turf: nutrient deficiencies, soil imbalances, persistent weeds, and…
Do I Need a Permit for My Hardscaping Project in Whatcom County?
Yes, you do. Local authorities increasingly require permits in our region, regardless of how big your project is. Even if you’re only putting in a small walkway, it’s better to get that construction permit than to be faced with a stop-work order from your city. At North County Landscape Co., we handle the permit process…
Getting Started with Robotic Lawn Mowing in Whatcom County: What to Expect, What It Costs, and Whether It’s Right for Your Lawn
If you’ve noticed your lawn looking a little rough around the edges lately, or you’ve simply grown tired of the weekly mowing routine, you’re not alone. Across Whatcom County, homeowners are asking the same question: is there a better way? There is. And it’s been running on lawns in Bellingham, Lynden, Ferndale, and Fairhaven since…
The Benefits of Landscape Bed Maintenance (and Why It’s More Than Weeding)
Most landscape companies in Western Washington offer landscape bed maintenance. Unfortunately, not all companies truly focus on this specific service’s details. The truth is flower bed maintenance is horticultural work. It requires knowing which plants are in the beds, when to feed them, when to cut them back, and when to leave them alone. It…
Spring Weeds in Whatcom County: Early Signs & Smart Treatments
Spring in Whatcom County brings longer days and a burst of green across every yard. Unfortunately, in our corner of the Pacific Northwest, weeds get a head start that most grass can’t match. However, catching weeds before they flower and spread seed is the single biggest thing you can do to keep them from taking…
How to Turn On Your Irrigation System After Winter
Summary: Wait until nighttime temperatures stay above freezing, then slowly turn on your irrigation system, test each zone for damage, and address any leaks or broken components before regular watering begins. When spring arrives in Western Washington, it’s time to wake your irrigation system from its winter sleep. But turning on an irrigation system after…
