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Rainfall, Roots, and the Hands That Tend Them
How rain changes the soil, stirs the garden awake, and reshapes the way your landscape breathes.

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Nov 134 min read


Deciduous vs Evergreen
Deciduous vs Evergreen in the Bay Area

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Nov 54 min read


Fall Planting in the Bay Area: Why Now Is the Perfect Time
Fall Planting in the Bay Area: Why Now Is the Perfect Time

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Oct 293 min read


When Butterflies Vanish: The Xerces Blue and the Terrifying Future Without Pollinators
The Xerces Blue vanished in the 1940s from Bay Area development. Its story warns us: without pollinators, we cannot survive.

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Sep 305 min read


Rooted in Family
At Halcyon Yard Solutions LLC we are a family ran business of three. Every job, every post, and every decision comes directly from us. From

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Sep 184 min read


No One Left to Mow & Nothing Left Worth Mowing
Let’s talk about something important. High schools aren’t teaching trade work anymore. Shop class is extinct. And kids are being funneled...

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jul 162 min read


Why We Plant Wild: The Real Reason Diversity Matters in the Garden (and Everywhere Else, Too)
Diversity makes gardens thrive—and people too. From soil to society, this post digs deep into why variety is nature’s secret strength. 🌼

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jul 33 min read


The Colorful Chemistry of Hydrangeas: Why Your Soil Might Be the Artist Behind the Blooms
Hydrangeas change color based on soil pH. Blue, pink, or purple blooms—all painted by nature’s chemistry.

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jun 253 min read


Surviving the Summer Scorch: Bay Area Landscaping That Won’t Curl Up and Die
Beat the Bay Area scorch with mulch, smart watering, and heat-tough plants. Your garden can thrive—even in triple digits.

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jun 182 min read


Digging Deep: How Your Garden Can Help You Stay Grounded in Uncertain Times
Feeling overwhelmed? Step into your garden. Dig, breathe, ground. Science shows it helps—and nature’s ready when you are.

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jun 144 min read


Drip, Drop, and Thrive: Why Drip Irrigation is Essential in California
California , a land of diverse landscapes and bountiful agriculture, faces a constant challenge: water scarcity. Recurring droughts and...
Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jun 23 min read


Cultivating Connections: Designing Gardens as Unique as You Are
At Halcyon Yard Solutions LLC , we believe that every garden should be a reflection of the individual or family it serves. Just like our...

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Mar 312 min read


The Realtor's Best Friend (and the Earth's Worst Nightmare?)
The Truth About Black Mini Chip Mulch . We've all seen it. That perfectly manicured yard, the vibrant pops of color against a backdrop of...
Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Mar 53 min read


Meet The Team Part 3
Katie Weber – Connecting Halcyon Yard Solutions LLC to the Digital World In our final installment of the "Meet the Team" series, we're...

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Feb 51 min read


Meet the Team Part 2
Brody Embrey , the 2nd Hand of Halcyon Yard Solutions LLC From Homestead to Halcyon: Meet Brody Embrey , the steadfast second-in-command...

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jan 292 min read


Meet The Team Part 1
Michael Weber : The Heart and Hands Behind Halcyon Yard Solutions LLC A Seed is Planted: Michael's love for landscaping bloomed early. He...

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jan 232 min read


Protecting Your Landscape, Naturally: Our Commitment to Organic Solutions
Prioritizing the health of your yard, family, and the well-being of our planet.

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Jan 132 min read


The Power of Planting Native
How Native Plants in California Benefit the Local and Global Environment California's diverse ecosystems, from coastal regions to...
Katie Bledsoe-Weber
May 13, 20243 min read


Tis the season to PAY ATTENTION in your yard
Around this time of year and extending into the late summer days you will be seeing snakes in your yard, so we would like to touch on a...

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Apr 29, 20232 min read


A Bit On Artificial Turf
At Halcyon Yard Solutions LLC we have a bit of a different approach than most landscaping companies. We actually care about the...

Katie Bledsoe-Weber
Mar 27, 20232 min read
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