Cimarron Hills sits on the east side between the city and the open plains, an established area of practical homes on flatter ground with heavy clay soil underneath. Peak City Landscaping handles renovations and repairs across the east side.
Working with heavy clay
Clay here compacts, drains slowly, and moves with moisture. We correct grade so water leaves the foundation, amend planting areas properly, and choose species that tolerate the soil rather than ones that need it to drain like sand.
Rabbitbrush, potentilla, yarrow, salvia, and blue avena grass all perform, which makes water-wise planting a practical choice on these lots rather than an ideological one.
Sorting out irrigation coverage
Slow-draining clay punishes overwatering, and most east-side systems were set up to overwater. We rework sprinkler and irrigation systems with cycle-and-soak scheduling so water absorbs instead of pooling and running off.
Straightforward seasonal upkeep
These are practical properties and they need practical service. Scheduled yard cleanup and maintenance covers spring and fall work, bed refresh, and weed control without a weekly bill nobody wanted.
Frequently asked questions
Why does water pool on my lawn?
Heavy clay drains slowly, so a long single watering cycle pools and runs off. Cycle-and-soak scheduling, applying water in shorter pulses with soak time between, fixes most of it.
Can clay soil be improved?
Planting areas can be amended effectively. Amending an entire lot is rarely worth the cost, so we usually select plants that tolerate clay instead.
How often does a water-wise yard need service?
Far less than turf. Seasonal cleanups, weed control, and periodic pruning is usually the right level rather than a weekly route.
Nearby communities we serve
Our east-side routes cover Falcon and Security-Widefield, and we serve the wider Pikes Peak region.
Get a free quote
Call (719) 504-6881 or request a free quote online, and a member of our Colorado Springs crew will follow up to schedule a walkthrough and put together a clear, itemized estimate.
By the Peak City Landscaping Editorial Team. Reviewed for Front Range landscaping accuracy.
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