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Planning and executing a well thought out, functional landscape enhancement or renovation – that adds value to your property while meeting budget requirements – is no easy task. Let’s take a look at the elements that make a commercial landscape enhancement project or renovation a success, so you can be prepared when it’s time to […]

If you’re managing a commercial property – whether it’s a residential community, shopping center or retail space, office building, hospital, college campus, church, or any other facility – it’s important to know the latest and greatest landscaping trends and advancements, so that you can make the best decisions for your property, now and throughout the […]

Technology is ever-changing in landscape irrigation, with the goal of improving water efficiency – saving money related to water costs, allowing plants to get the right amount of water at ideal times, reducing waste and run-off, and offering more precise watering techniques and uniformity. Here are some examples of smart irrigation technology and how they […]

Bioretention systems – also called bioswales – are shallow, depressed areas that filter and slow stormwater and runoff. So are they an important element in your property’s commercial landscape? And what role do they play in reducing environmental pollution and managing local water levels? Keep reading for answers to these questions and more. Q: How […]

Never underestimate the power of curb appeal! Your property’s appearance is a direct reflection of your business or community and can oftentimes leave lasting impressions on your clients, employees and homeowners. By emphasizing focal areas and entrances, making occasional enhancements and renovations, taking into account seasonal changes throughout the year, and utilizing professional, ongoing landscape maintenance service, you can ensure […]

The process of hiring a landscape maintenance contractor varies significantly depending on the property type, especially in the commercial arena. But, regardless of property type, there are a few things you should expect when contracting a commercial landscape company. We’ve outlined the process for you, to eliminate any guesswork and give you a well-rounded picture […]

With all of the options for fertilizers on the market – and varying key ingredients and nutrients – it can be an overwhelming task deciding which products to use, and when and how to apply them. Here’s a basic overview of what you need to know about landscape fertilizers. Types of Fertilizers Organic Fertilizers Organic […]

May is a dependable month for blooming flowers here in southern California as the temperatures rise, days get longer, and plants are thriving from essential nutrients provided by April rains. It’s the ideal time to enjoy color in your property’s landscape, with a little planning in late winter and early spring. And the best news […]

As businesses across the country are forced to close due to the pandemic surrounding COVID-19, state-by-state guidance is being provided by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), to help landscaping service companies navigate provisions, allowing continued operation as essential businesses. In California, the provision related to landscaping services is: “Workers such as plumbers, electricians, […]

Managing a property’s landscape is just one element you’re responsible for, when managing commercial real estate or HOA communities. But with an overwhelming amount of options and competition in the industry, it can be difficult and time-consuming to award your property’s maintenance to a landscape contractor, when they range significantly in size, price, years of […]