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

How big is your water foot print?

In the bay area, although we have received some sporadic rainfall, this winter has been relatively dry. From reduced snow pack in the Sierra’s to low water reserves, in California, the lack of rainfall is a concerning matter, especially for Bay area water supplies. The California’s Department of Water Resources continues to urge businesses to conserve water, including commercial landscape maintenance companies and bay area residences . The cost of water will continue to rise, just like taxes. Here are some ways you can help to conserve and save.

Establishing Benchmark's and Expectations

A job site walk through with prospective Commercial Landscape Companies is essential for a successful landscape RFP, this communication is essential for identifying trends, special service requirements, expectations, goals and objectives.

Incorporating flower pots in the landscape is a great idea from a design perspective. However,a lack of proper planning can make them look awkward no matter how beautiful your flowers may be. 

When incorporating flowers, commercial landscaping companies should maintain the flow and balance. Use them to heighten interest and avoid a collage of shapes and colors. Here are some basic guidelines to keep you on the right track. 

Commercial Lawn Maintenance That Boosts Property Value

4 Trends for better communication with your Bay Area Landscaping Company

In order to get what you want from your commercial landscaping service you must communicate with them.  Everyone has an idea of what they want their property to look like as well as expectations of the company that is providing their service on a regular basis.   FloraTerra takes these queues to heart, so how do you communicate them?

Impacting Water Use In a HOA & Apartment Landscape Service

We often forget that the hot summer brings about challenges for HOA and commercial irrigation systems – and reminders about important things you can do as the weather gets warmer and the heat sets in.  

Your irrigation system is the lifeblood of your sustainable landscaping and GreenScaping efforts. However, your plants and lawn don’t need anywhere near the same amount of water as they did during the heat of summer.  So take the time to protect these important investments.  

Some plants are ideal for holding up to foot traffic in commercial office landscape management, especially for companies that provide landscape management for retail centers and malls. For most properties, foot traffic damage is a common problem that has become a real challenge. Many of the plants used 20 years ago were originally introduced for their appearance, but not necessarily chosen for heavy foot traffic and drought conditions . Read on for our 5 popular landscaping trends that's back by popular demand.

The right plantings around your properties building perimeter can make a big difference in many ways. Having the right plants that can ultimately tolerate the drought is part of the equation for great water conservation but plant material that could potentially take the place of your water thirsty lawn areas. Planting the right combination of foliage and plants will ultimately impact your water costs and maintenance in one way or the other. The real challenge for a Commercial Landscaping Service<./strong>  is deciding on the right balance of plants that can tolerate the drought conditions we are experiencing in the bay area and fit them into your design.

Tips For The Landscape Walk Through 

A job site walk through with your Commercial Landscape Services 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.