Sunny Stripes Learning Center
Welcome to the Sunny Stripes Learning Center — your go-to guide for a beautiful, thriving landscape all year long. From seasonal maintenance tips to expert advice on pest control and flower care, we’re here to help you keep your yard looking its best in every season.
Lawn care tips for Sheboygan County
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Clay in the Subdivisions, Sand by the Lake: A S...
Two lawns a mile apart in Sheboygan County can need opposite treatments. Here's how to find out which soil you're on with a screwdriver and a jar, and what each...
Clay in the Subdivisions, Sand by the Lake: A S...
Two lawns a mile apart in Sheboygan County can need opposite treatments. Here's how to find out which soil you're on with a screwdriver and a jar, and what each...
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Overseeding a Thin Lawn: Seed Rates, Timing, an...
Most overseeding fails for one of two reasons: the seed never reached soil, or nobody watered it. Here are the rates, the methods, and the three-week watering schedule that decides...
Overseeding a Thin Lawn: Seed Rates, Timing, an...
Most overseeding fails for one of two reasons: the seed never reached soil, or nobody watered it. Here are the rates, the methods, and the three-week watering schedule that decides...
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Core vs. Liquid vs. Spike Aeration: What Actual...
Three things get sold as aeration and only one of them relieves compaction. A straight comparison of core, liquid and spike aeration on the heavy clay under most Sheboygan County...
Core vs. Liquid vs. Spike Aeration: What Actual...
Three things get sold as aeration and only one of them relieves compaction. A straight comparison of core, liquid and spike aeration on the heavy clay under most Sheboygan County...
Season-by-season guides
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Should You Aerate, Overseed and Topdress in the...
Yes, when the lawn needs all three — and the order matters more than the calendar. Here's the case for doing them in one visit, the case against, and how...
Should You Aerate, Overseed and Topdress in the...
Yes, when the lawn needs all three — and the order matters more than the calendar. Here's the case for doing them in one visit, the case against, and how...
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Fall Lawn Renovation in Sheboygan County: Aerat...
The complete Sheboygan County guide to fall lawn renovation: what core aeration, overseeding and compost topdressing each fix, how to tell which one your lawn needs, what the three of...
Fall Lawn Renovation in Sheboygan County: Aerat...
The complete Sheboygan County guide to fall lawn renovation: what core aeration, overseeding and compost topdressing each fix, how to tell which one your lawn needs, what the three of...
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Lawn Aeration & Overseeding in Sheboygan County...
Mid-August to mid-September is the prime window to aerate and overseed in Sheboygan County. Here's why, what it costs, and how to get it right.
Lawn Aeration & Overseeding in Sheboygan County...
Mid-August to mid-September is the prime window to aerate and overseed in Sheboygan County. Here's why, what it costs, and how to get it right.
Beds, mulch & plantings
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Garden Bed Design & Installation in Sheboygan C...
What a professional garden bed install costs in Sheboygan County, which plants thrive in zone 5b and 6a, and what to expect from design day to final mulch.
Garden Bed Design & Installation in Sheboygan C...
What a professional garden bed install costs in Sheboygan County, which plants thrive in zone 5b and 6a, and what to expect from design day to final mulch.
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Mulch vs. Rock in Sheboygan County: Which Is Be...
Mulch or decorative rock for your landscape beds? Compare cost, lifespan, soil health, and maintenance — plus which one fits planted beds vs. foundations on Sheboygan-area properties.
Mulch vs. Rock in Sheboygan County: Which Is Be...
Mulch or decorative rock for your landscape beds? Compare cost, lifespan, soil health, and maintenance — plus which one fits planted beds vs. foundations on Sheboygan-area properties.
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Mulch Types Compared: Hardwood, Cedar, Dyed, Pi...
A Sheboygan County landscaper’s honest comparison of hardwood, cedar, dyed, pine bark, and other mulch types — including which mulch performs best on which beds, which holds color longest, and...
Mulch Types Compared: Hardwood, Cedar, Dyed, Pi...
A Sheboygan County landscaper’s honest comparison of hardwood, cedar, dyed, pine bark, and other mulch types — including which mulch performs best on which beds, which holds color longest, and...
Weeds, grubs & other lawn problems
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Dog Spots on Your Lawn: How to Repair the Damag...
Those round brown spots with the dark-green rings aren't a disease — that's dog urine burning the grass. Here's how to repair dog spots in your Wisconsin lawn, and the...
Dog Spots on Your Lawn: How to Repair the Damag...
Those round brown spots with the dark-green rings aren't a disease — that's dog urine burning the grass. Here's how to repair dog spots in your Wisconsin lawn, and the...
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Why Does My Lawn Have Brown Patches? A Wisconsi...
Grubs, dog spots, fungus, drought, salt, or snow mold? Read the pattern of your brown patches and fix the real cause, not the guess.
Why Does My Lawn Have Brown Patches? A Wisconsi...
Grubs, dog spots, fungus, drought, salt, or snow mold? Read the pattern of your brown patches and fix the real cause, not the guess.
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Dandelions, Clover & Broadleaf Weeds: What Work...
Fall is when dandelions, clover, and broadleaf weeds actually die. What works, what's cosmetic, and when a weedy lawn needs renovation instead.
Dandelions, Clover & Broadleaf Weeds: What Work...
Fall is when dandelions, clover, and broadleaf weeds actually die. What works, what's cosmetic, and when a weedy lawn needs renovation instead.
Around the county
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Who's the Best Landscaper in Kohler, WI? How to...
In a village designed as a garden community, 'good enough' shows. Five tests that reveal the best landscaper in Kohler — and how we score on each.
Who's the Best Landscaper in Kohler, WI? How to...
In a village designed as a garden community, 'good enough' shows. Five tests that reveal the best landscaper in Kohler — and how we score on each.
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Lawn Care & Landscaping in Kiel, WI
Yes, we service Kiel. Weekly mowing, striping, beds, and cleanups on the western edge of Sheboygan County, plus typical local rates.
Lawn Care & Landscaping in Kiel, WI
Yes, we service Kiel. Weekly mowing, striping, beds, and cleanups on the western edge of Sheboygan County, plus typical local rates.
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Lawn Care & Landscaping in Random Lake, WI
Lake-property lawn care in Random Lake: shoreline-smart habits, cottage-friendly weekly service, and edges that frame the water view.
Lawn Care & Landscaping in Random Lake, WI
Lake-property lawn care in Random Lake: shoreline-smart habits, cottage-friendly weekly service, and edges that frame the water view.
For businesses & property managers
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One Vendor, Year-Round: Why Sheboygan Businesse...
Sheboygan averages 44 inches of snow a year. Here's why businesses bundle lawn care and snow removal under one contract, and why July is signing season.
One Vendor, Year-Round: Why Sheboygan Businesse...
Sheboygan averages 44 inches of snow a year. Here's why businesses bundle lawn care and snow removal under one contract, and why July is signing season.
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How to Choose a Commercial Landscaping Company ...
A property manager's checklist for vetting commercial landscapers in Sheboygan County: insurance, pricing models, accountability, and red flags.
How to Choose a Commercial Landscaping Company ...
A property manager's checklist for vetting commercial landscapers in Sheboygan County: insurance, pricing models, accountability, and red flags.
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Commercial Snow Removal Cost in Sheboygan, WI: ...
How Sheboygan property managers should budget the 2026–27 snow season: per-push, per-event, and seasonal pricing, with the math behind each.
Commercial Snow Removal Cost in Sheboygan, WI: ...
How Sheboygan property managers should budget the 2026–27 snow season: per-push, per-event, and seasonal pricing, with the math behind each.
Not sure where to start?
Every service has its own page, and most have a price you can see right now — no callback needed. The rest gets a walk-through and a written number.
Want the whole yard rethought?
Beds, plantings, a patio, a new lawn — drawn, priced and built by one crew, with a fixed number in writing before anyone digs. Or start smaller: most of what we do is priced online in about a minute.