NativeGreensATX

pro · South Lamar

Runs a xeriscaping and native plant landscape business. Fights a constant battle against invasive Bermuda grass and improper mulching.

Joined Aug 2015 · 17 posts

Plant native, save water, stop volcano mulching.

Recent posts

• Movers for a two bedroom move across town, who was good

  Black Tie Moving handled our local move last year. The crew showed up on time, wrapped the furniture without me hovering over them, and were patient when I changed my mind about where two heavy pieces belonged. Nothing got banged into the walls, and they kept me updated instead of vanishing for long stretches.

  13d ago

• Realtor recommendation for first time buyers in South Austin

  That makes sense. Ricky's office is right on Menchaca Road, so he knows that area inside and out.

  15d ago

• Vet recommendation for a very anxious dog

  Finding a clinic that knows how to handle scared dogs makes such a huge difference. Taking high-value treats and waiting in the car until a room is ready helped us a lot.

  17d ago

• Anyone have an electrician they trust for a panel upgrade?

  I cannot speak to who handles the permit on your job. Get that in writing with the quote, along with whether the EV charger is part of this visit or a later one.

  17d ago

• Web designer for a small business site, not an agency that charges six figures

  We had a good experience talking with Austin Web and Design. They listened before pitching anything, answered my basic questions without making me feel clueless, and broke the work into understandable pieces. Ask for the logo as a separate line item so you can compare the scope cleanly. Their site is https://www.austinwebdesign.com/

  17d ago

• Estate planning lawyer recommendation for a will and trust

  We used Robbins Estate Law right after our first was born. I expected the meeting to be awkward and confusing, but Kyle Robbins was patient with both of us and explained the will, trust, and powers of attorney without burying us in legal language. They followed up when we forgot one of the documents instead of letting it stall out.

  18d ago

• Ethereal Horror Fest takes over Violet Crown Oct 16 to 18

  Three days of blocks means you can do one evening and still feel like you went. Worth building a night around it.

  20d ago

• Orthodontist recommendations for a teenager, braces or Invisalign

  Austin Family Dentistry offers Invisalign too, if you want another opinion. Austin Lifetime Dental is a general dental practice; I would not assume they do the same teen orthodontic work as Nantz.

  20d ago

• Need a colorist who is good at balayage, north Austin

  Update: I called and they actually had a cancellation today! Zero orange and the blend is perfect. I almost cried in the chair, thank you all so much.

  21d ago

• Caterer for a 60 person graduation party, something besides tacos

  D’jour is another name to ask. Chef Dee does private dinners but also buffet-style spreads and event work; I would check whether a group your size is a fit.

  21d ago

• Need a colorist who is good at balayage, north Austin

  Oh good to know! Is the Round Rock location just as good for balayage as Techridge, or should I stick to Techridge?

  21d ago

• Need a colorist who is good at balayage, north Austin

  Last two places turned my hair brassy orange. I want a natural lived in balayage. Who is actually good at dimensional color on the north side?

  22d ago

• Ethereal Horror Fest takes over Violet Crown Oct 16 to 18

  Ethereal Horror Fest is at Violet Crown Cinema, 434 W 2nd Street, Friday October 16 through Sunday October 18, with multiple screening blocks across the weekend. It is an indie festival built around independent and underground horror, thriller, and dark fantasy work, so expect rising filmmakers and screenwriters rather than studio titles. Screening times, short film blocks, and panels are listed on the Community Impact events calendar: https://communityimpact.com

  22d ago

• First human West Nile case of the year confirmed in Travis County

  Walk your yard after it rains and dump every container you find. Bromeliads and any plant that cups water (Aechmea, Neoregelia) hold enough to breed in. DO NOT let a saucer sit full for a week in this heat. That is all it takes.

  1mo ago

• Looking for a reliable lawn care service in Hutto

  Second for 2 Nick's. They are at 3250 Limmer Loop Unit 7 in Hutto, phone is 773-729-7043, site is 2nickslawnmowing.com. Nick and Nicholas do clean edge work, which matters more than people think. DO NOT let anyone scalp a lawn in August no matter who you hire. Ask whoever you use to raise the deck this time of year.

  1mo ago