It's easy to take Bay area lawns for granted. It keeps our property cool during the heat of the summer and adds instant curb appeal when it's healthy, green and in prime condition.

But the healthiest, lawns are maintained by a well-balanced lawn program! So, how can you keep your lawn looking great? Read on for our 5 best kept lawn care secrets. 

Desert Landscaping – Save water and enjoy a clean look 

Rather than wasting effort, money and water turning a desert into a green garden, it’s more fruitful (and wise) to consider desert landscaping. It’s a stunning new concept that’s fast catching on among Bay Area Landscaping. The spectacular looks and low-water requirements are a winning proposition.  

Let’s review some of the advantages of desert landscaping and how to benefit from them.

Smart Watering Tips For July-September

The irrigation association named July Smart Irrigation Month to provide tips about smart irrigation practices and new technology. But this can be the focus all summer long, learn what you can do July-September and throughout the year- to operate your irrigation system at peak efficiency.

7 Tips for Maximizing Your Commercial Landscape Service

Regardless what type of property you own or manage, a job site walk through with your commercial landscape 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.

Trends for Hiring the right HOA Landscape Service

An HOA Landscape Maintenance Company does more than just preserve property value by increasing curb appeal; a beautiful landscape also sets a positive first impression for residents and visitors. Successfully hire the right commercial landscape contractor by following a couple of these steps:

During the warmer months, the bulk of your watering costs are used by your commercial lawn maintenance. Regardless of whom pays for your water, work with your commercial landscape service to reduce water costs while keeping your property beautiful and green. Taking action on some of the following topics can offer high-value returns while helping you make intelligent decisions on your water use.

What are you doing to reduce water consumption on your property? In the bay area, although we have received record breaking rainfall, last winter does not guarantee future rain fall. In past years we all know to well about the inconsistency of snow and rain in California. The California’s Department of Water Resources is urging businesses and residences state wide to conserve water and have communicated that despite the fact that we have lots of water, the cost of water will continue to rise. Here are some ways you can  conserve water in and around your commercial property.

A commercial landscape service understands the need to use water wise succulents, especially because of there drought tolerance being ideal for drought conditions. For most corporate and bay area properties, 50% of outdoor watering is used for commercial landscape maintenance and using drought tolerant plants in its place can save up to 50% or more. Succulents were originally introduced into the bay area for their drought tolerant characteristics and there low maintenance advantages. 

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 the landscape, an HOA Landscape Service should always 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. 

Water-Saving plants are more attractive, healthier and better choices for HOA Landscape Maintenance

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.