7 Tips for Managing Condominium and HOA Landscaping

Regardless if you are a commercial property manager or own a commercial building, residential community , or a retail mixed use development, a job site walk through with your landscaping company or assigned account manager is essential from time to time, this helps keep the lines of communication open assisting everyone to stay focused on your goals and desires.

Applying mulch to your commercial landscaping and hoa landscaping can provide a number of benefits, including reduced erosion and water loss, improved soil nutrition and a more balanced soil temperature. Different kinds of mulch provide these benefits at different levels. The river rocks and other small stones often used to prevent weed growth in landscapes are attractive, can help conserve water and require little maintenance, but they don't nourish or insulate the soil in the same ways as conventional organic mulch.

Water-Saving plant choices are more attractive, healthier and better for Commercial Properties, HOA and Retail Landscaping

There are many plant options available that use little water in commercial, industrial and HOA landscaping in San Jose. Water savings can be achieved by making some simple changes in plant palate and irrigation methods, this can greatly reduce the water required for an attractive landscape.

Removing a Tree in commercial landscaping may seem fairly straight forward, but not without taking some precautionary measures to ensure you are complying with local city and county ordinances.If you get caught without following these steps could cost you a bundle of money. Read on to learn more

Flower pots in the landscape is a great idea for your landscape design. However, lack of proper planning can make them look awkward no matter how beautiful your plants may be. 

When incorporating flower pots in your landscaping a commercial landscape company should make sure they maintain the overall flow and balance. Use them to heighten interest and avoid a mish mash of shapes. Here are some basic guidelines to keep you on the right track. 

What are you doing to reduce water consumption on your property? In the bay area, although we have received some sporadic rainfall, this winter has been relatively dry. From reduced snowpack in the Sierra’s to low water reserves in lakes and reservoirs, in California, the lack of rainfall is a concerning matter, especially for Bay area water supplies. The California’s Department of Water Resources is urging businesses and residences state wide to reduce water use by 20 percent and have communicated that despite the fact that we have reduced our water footprint by 20%, the cost of water will continue to rise. Here are some ways you can help to conserve water usage in and around your commercial property.

Creative Landscaping Design 101

Landscape Design Basics

Landscape designers spend years learning the science of horticulture, plant selection, and the elements of design. The most important thing to consider when developing your landscaping is to create a functional space that your visitors will love and enjoy . Below are a few design basics from the Pros that can help:

Some plants are ideal for holding up to foot traffic conditions, especially in retail center landscaping and Corporate settings. For most commercial property landscaping, foot traffic damage is a common problem that has become a real challenge for commercial property owners. Many of the plants used 20 years ago were originally introduced for their appearance, but not neccesarily chosen for heavy foot traffic and drought conditions . Read on for our 5 popular landscaping trends that's back by popular demand.