TLC Landscaping Blog – Waupaca, WI

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Your Source for Landscaping Tips, Ideas, and Property Care Advice

At TLC Lawns & Landscaping LLC, we believe landscaping isn’t just about appearance—it’s about planning, timing, and proper maintenance throughout the year. That’s why we created this blog: to share insights, educate homeowners, and offer expert advice for maintaining beautiful and functional outdoor spaces in Waupaca, WI and surrounding areas.

Whether you're tackling a DIY lawn project, planning a shoreline restoration, or deciding when to aerate your turf, you'll find real answers and professional guidance right here.


This blog is updated seasonally with tips, project ideas, and service reminders to help you stay ahead of weather shifts, growing seasons, and outdoor challenges specific to our region.

What You’ll Find on Our Blog

We publish articles and guides covering a wide range of landscaping topics. Everything is written by our in-house team with decades of hands-on experience across landscaping, shoreline restoration, hardscaping, irrigation, and seasonal maintenance.

Popular Blog Topics Include:

We are proud to offer a wide variety of outdoor services, but we are especially known for the following specialties:

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When and How to Replace Your Lawn


Understand when patching isn't enough—and how sodding or reseeding can revive your property.

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Preparing Your Shoreline for Spring Melt and Rain


Protect lakefront properties from erosion and instability with early-season inspections and improvements.

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Do I Need a Retaining Wall?


Identify slope issues, drainage concerns, and support needs that require hardscaping.

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Winter Landscaping Tips for Property Owners


 Discover what can (and should) be done during winter months to prepare for spring growth and snow protection.

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Choosing the Right Plants for Waupaca Soil


Native and hardy options that stand up to Wisconsin weather while adding color and texture to your landscape.

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Irrigation System FAQs


Understand how a smart irrigation system saves water, prevents disease, and keeps your lawn looking its best—even during dry months.

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Signs Your Shoreline Needs Restoration


Learn to spot erosion early before it leads to lost land or costly repairs.

These articles are written for real-world property owners—not industry insiders—so they’re easy to understand and apply to your own space.

Why Local Advice Matters

There’s a lot of general landscaping advice online—but much of it doesn’t apply to Waupaca’s unique climate, terrain, and lakefront environments. Our blog focuses on hyper-local advice, written specifically for property owners in this part of Wisconsin.

That means:

Planting schedules based on real frost dates

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Lawn and garden strategies for Wisconsin soil types

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Shoreline solutions that follow DNR regulations

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Snow and ice advice that reflects actual conditions—not just averages

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We live and work here, so we write from firsthand experience—not theory or trends from other regions.

For Homeowners and Business Owners Alike

Our blog is designed for:

Homeowners looking to improve curb appeal, solve landscape challenges, or maintain outdoor features with confidence

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Lakefront property owners trying to manage shoreline erosion or maintain access

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Commercial property managers interested in efficient lawn care, snow removal, or seasonal landscape refreshes

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DIYers who want to tackle small projects or make smart maintenance decisions with the help of professional insights

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Whether you’re hands-on or hands-off, our blog gives you the information to make better choices for your landscape.

Seasonal Landscaping Reminders

Timing is everything when it comes to property care. That’s why our blog includes seasonal reminders for:

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Spring prep and clean-up


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Summer planting and irrigation schedules


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Fall leaf removal and landscape shutdowns


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Winter hardscape inspections and snow prep


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Shoreline assessments after ice melt or rainfall


You’ll find checklists, task suggestions, and reminders that keep you ahead of seasonal weather shifts so your property stays healthy year-round.

Learn from Local Experts

Since 1999, TLC Lawns & Landscaping has helped clients across Waupaca navigate the challenges of outdoor property management. Every blog article reflects real knowledge from the job site—not recycled content or generic answers.

We don’t publish fluff or filler. Our goal is to give you valuable, usable advice that helps you solve problems, protect your investments, and enjoy your outdoor space.


We also highlight local projects, client stories, and common property issues we see in the Waupaca area—so you can learn from what’s worked for others.

What Our Clients Say

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“I called Tom for a quote on getting rid of the humps and valleys and smoothing out our yard. Fast and wonderful service!”

 — Jim Neidert, Waupaca, WI

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“Thank you for the quick response for snow plowing. I appreciate the service.”

 — C. Hart, Waupaca, WI

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“Could not be happier with the retaining wall that Tom and his crew did. They answered quickly, came out promptly, and repaired it better than before. Would highly recommend.”

Richard Bastien, Waupaca, WI

These are real experiences from real clients—and the kind of trust we aim to build with every piece of advice we share on this blog.

FAQs About the TLC Blog

How often is your blog updated? +

We update seasonally, with new posts focused on spring prep, summer maintenance, fall cleanup, and winter planning. Additional posts may be added as questions or topics arise.

Can I request a topic? +

Yes. If there’s a landscaping, lawn care, or shoreline issue you’d like us to address in a future blog, contact us and let us know. We value feedback from our readers and clients.

Is your advice based on real experience? +

Every blog post is written based on actual job site experience, customer questions, and common issues seen throughout Waupaca. We do not use AI-generated, syndicated, or generic blog content.

Do you write about DIY solutions? +

Yes. While we offer professional services, we also provide information for homeowners who prefer to do their own planting, maintenance, or light upgrades.

Can businesses benefit from your blog? +

Absolutely. We include guidance on commercial snow removal, irrigation planning, maintenance scheduling, and more—all relevant to business property managers.

Visit the TLC Blog Today

Looking for answers? The TLC Lawns & Landscaping Blog is your free, local resource for honest advice on landscaping, shoreline restoration, lawn health, and outdoor property management.

Visit often to stay informed, inspired, and in control of your outdoor environment—season after season.

Have a topic you’d like us to cover? Need advice for a project? We’re here to help. Contact us today:

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Business Hours:  Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM


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Location: Waupaca, WI 54981 and surrounding areas