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Landscaping in Morton, IL
Lawn care, landscaping, patios, drainage and fall cleanups for Morton homes in Tazewell County, the village that calls itself the Pumpkin Capital of the World.
Morton at a glance
- ZIP code 61550
- Tazewell County
- Upland ground, away from the river bluffs
- Village yard waste drop-off programs
- Pumpkin Festival every September
Local ground
What makes Morton yards different
Morton sits up on flat, open ground east of the Illinois River valley, home to the Libby’s pumpkin cannery and the four-day Pumpkin Festival each September. Unlike the bluff lots in Peoria Heights or East Peoria, most Morton yards are fairly level.
Level ground has its own problem in clay country: water has nowhere to run. Low spots stay soggy after spring storms, and small grading mistakes around a foundation matter more. A lot of what we do in Morton is about getting water to move: regrading, downspout lines and swales, along with the regular lawn and bed care.
Common jobs
What Morton homeowners usually call about
Flat-yard drainage
Standing water, soggy backyards and water by the foundation. See drainage and grading.
Lawn care
Weekly mowing, aeration and fall overseeding for big, open lawns. See lawn care.
Patios
Backyard patios and walkways built on a solid base. See patios.
Good to know
Morton handles yard waste its own way
Morton is its own village with its own rules, separate from the City of Peoria. The village has run seasonal yard waste drop-off programs for residents at a village site, with rules on what’s accepted, like branch length and no bags. Check current dates and rules with the Village of Morton at (309) 266-5361 before a big cleanup. We can also haul everything away.
Before digging, utilities get marked through JULIE (811).
FAQ
Morton landscaping questions
Do you work in Morton?
Yes. Morton (61550) is part of our service area.
My yard is flat but stays wet. Why?
Clay drains slowly and flat ground gives water nowhere to go. Small grade changes, downspout lines or a rain garden usually fix it.
Can you haul away fall leaves?
Yes. See leaf removal.
How do I get a price?
Call [PHONE] or use the estimate form. Estimates are free.
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