They say the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. That may be because your neighbors have hired someone to take care of it for them. More Americans today are finding that a lawn service can do a better job than they can in designing a lush yard and keeping it thriving.

Many people get great satisfaction out of a well-maintained yard. It adds value and appeal to a home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. But it's a lot of work, especially if you have good-sized lot. Planning it all out takes a trained eye with a clear vision of how to bring all the corners of your property together.