Commercial Landscaping Blog for The San Jose | Bay Area, CA

Fortunately, Nature has been pretty nice to us compared to storms in past seasons and unfortunately has a way of catching us off guard. We have been hit hard with the drought all this year, but that could change quickly.

The cooler bay area temperatures, stormy winds and frost make it an especially challenging season for your trees.  Although deciduous trees are dormant during this period, exposure to the cold winter weather can trigger stress on shrubs and trees alike.

Some commercial landscape companies specialize in providing ways to freshen up your property and bring it back to life. First impressions of your property can make an impact on how clients and visitors perceive your corporate image.

You don’t necessarily need a large budget to keep your property looking great, there are a few simple upgrades that you can do to engage the public’s perception and positive interest of your property. 

Property owners and managers are often approached by a multitude of eager landscaping companies. But, how can they be assured they will find a company that is an accredited, professional landscape contractor that has the track record, qualifications and business acumen to provide the best possible service for your commercial landscaping portfolio?

Fall is Prime Planting Season for Trees, Shrubs, Vines and Annual Flowers in residential apartment landscaping and commercial office developments. They often establish more quickly when they are in the cool winter and fall season. The cooler weather allows the plants root system to acclimate more quickly from transplant shock.

Valuable Tips to keep in mind as you review your Landscaping

• Reduce the Landscape watering frequency for established plantings

• Remove trees that pose a critical risk to the public’s safety

• Fertilize Trees, Shrubs as appropriate

• Fertilize Lawns as appropriate

• Have trees inspected by an experienced arborist, prune dead, diseased or unsafe branches.

• Remove weak limbs in Trees

• Plant New Trees and Shrubs

• Mulch Trees and shrubs as appropriate

• Inspect Plant material for disease and pests treating appropriately

• Conduct the appropriate water schedule for the cooler weather

There is a serious water shortage in many parts of California and proper lawn maintenance can have a big impact on local water supplies. In many drought stricken areas, lawns are being blamed for most of our water shortage. While this may be true, it does not mean we have to give up on lawn all together. A well-managed lawn area, made up of the appropriate grass types, soil composition, and chemistry can be functional, pleasing and water efficient.

New Sustainable Landscape Guide Achieves Results:

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Property Management Tips:

Selecting a Bay Area Landscaping Service

Well known property management companies have something in common, they all agree that well maintained landscaping is important for their properties image and visual appearancel. Modern research confirms that investing in green spaces is among the top priorities that increase their return on investment, for corporate properties, home owners association landscaping and apartment type landscaping. Most agree that the proper selection of a commercial landscaping company is necessary. But how do you choose the right company for your property? 

10 Smart Watering Tips That Can Save Money and Water

The drought is such a big problem here throughout the bay area and Northern California, and it’s not going away any time soon. FloraTerra is focused on educating our employees and clients. Water Conservation is an area that we invest a great deal of time and resources,  helping to keep our customers apprised of best watering practices, water saving opportunities as well as the latest technology that is available to help conserve where ever possible.

Dont Replace Your Commercial Lawn Maintenance Until You Read This

FloraTerra's landscape enhancement design team focuses on creating sustainable landscapes. By choosing compatible low water use plant alternatives, older lawn or ground cover areas are converted to beautiful seasonally flowering drought tolerant, insect and disease resistant shrubs, trees, and ornamental grasses.