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Want employees back in the office? Don’t ignore these science-backed trends

February 28, 2023/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation

Trends to entice workers back to SF Bay Area offices COVID gave remote employees a fresh perspective on the workplace. The verdict wasn’t pretty. A survey by Essity, a global health and hygiene company, found that most workers felt they had a healthier lifestyle working from home than in the office. 58 percent felt their […]

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Annual landscape calendar

Print out and use our free downloadable landscaping guide for the year

January 31, 2023/in Blog, Drought, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Tree Care

Our downloadable landscape activities guide for the year We’re featuring a downloadable infographic/calendar of landscape activities in response to the requests of many of our clients. (See link below). Broken out by month, we recommend three to five seasonal activities for each. Check out our sample activities for the first quarter of the year. Dormant […]

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Fix drainage problems before they damage your building’s foundation

January 11, 2023/in Landscape Design, Landscape Drainage, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rain, Rebuilding Soil

Fixing drainage problems in the San Francisco Bay Area — 4 Common Problems and how to fix them The San Francisco Bay Area is in shock. Many of us are racing against time to secure our properties temporarily before the next monster storm hits. Downed trees, flooding, building damage, and the loss of homes and […]

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SF Bay Area Storm Preparation: Where to get sandbags and how to use them

January 3, 2023/in Landscape Drainage, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rain

Sandbags: where to get them and how to use them Sandbags are a temporary fix to prevent or reduce flooding. If you need them, our post has an up-to-the-minute downloadable list of where to find them. (through retailers or public works facilities). The list includes retailers and public service locations for the following county and […]

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Prepare for rain — the ultimate checklist to protect your property

November 30, 2022/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Prepare for rain this week! Yes — rain! I’m giddy with anticipation. Yet its severity is unknown. A heavy rainstorm? Or a light sprinkling? You best be prepared for anything. This post includes a link to a checklist I prepared in 2018, which has you covered for the home or building and the landscape, including […]

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Holiday Poinsettias

We deliver Poinsettias to San Francisco and Marin County offices

November 9, 2022/in Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

5 ways to decorate your office with Poinsettias Treat your office to cheerful Poinsettias this holiday season! Delivered to your office in Marin or San Francisco in a decorative foil sleeve.  We can maintain them through the holidays, or you can maintain them yourself. The USDA says they are the most popular potted plant in […]

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10 Things You Need To Know About Removing Your Lawn

September 15, 2022/in Drought, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Water Conservation

3 Reasons to get rid of your lawn Many of us may feel that despite doing our part to conserve water, we’re being penalized for having turfgrass. That said, we’re in a crisis. For good reasons, the State of California has put our beloved lawns on the chopping block. This month we take you step-by-step […]

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Essential Guide to Fire Fuel Reduction in the SF Bay Area

April 7, 2022/in Blog, Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Fire Fuel Reduction is more important now than ever.  Some people refer to it as Vegetation Management. They mean the same thing – reducing and eliminating any hazardous vegetation that poses the risk of wildfire.  Weed abatement is a part of this process. What you need to know is – that now is the time […]

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Marin County updates water restrictions

February 22, 2022/in Blog, Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Marin Water, reporting that reservoirs are higher than they have been in years, (95% full in fact!) voted unanimously to ease the ban on irrigation.  The district serves both Central and Southern Marin County, except for Novato and West Marin.  See the next section for NMWD updates. This update means that residents in this district […]

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3 Temporary Solutions to Prevent Erosion

January 25, 2022/in Blog, Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Temporary solutions that will prevent erosion on your slope If you have your property has a slope – taking quick action now could prevent damage from erosion.  We will probably have more rain before the end of the season and if your slope is not stable read our post. It explains erosion in the landscape, […]

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Holiday Poinsettias

We Deliver Poinsettias to San Francisco & Marin County

November 16, 2021/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Delivering joy in red, white, and red glitter! We will deliver Poinsettias to your office in San Francisco or Marin County.  If you are back in the office, treat yourself to some well-deserved cheer.  In Italian they are called Stella di Natale; in German, Weihnachtsstern.   They come to you in a decorative foil sleeve.  We […]

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Recycled Water Delivered in Marin County

August 10, 2021/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Recycled Water Delivery in Marin County Do you have drought-stressed trees or plants? If so, and you live in the County or its surrounding areas you could have recycled water delivered to your door!  Marin Water’s website explains some of its benefits. “Using recycled water for irrigation saves our drinking water supply and benefits the […]

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How Employees Will Change the Post-Pandemic Workplace

July 15, 2021/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Employees want more nature in the workplace How do employees envision the post-pandemic workplace?  I’ve combed the web to find out.  Studies have been trickling in – starting last year.  This post is a compilation from a myriad of sources.  A trend is taking shape.  Nature is a common denominator. A note about the process.  […]

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How to Adapt Your Landscape to the Drought

June 9, 2021/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

  Adapting Your Landscape We’re going to help you adapt your landscape to the drought.  Yes – you can adapt.   We see it as a combination of being well-informed, horticultural best practices, and creative reimagining.  Beautiful landscapes can and will prevail.  They may look different. How we use plants and water will change, and we […]

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Top 7 Invasive Weeds in the SF Bay Area

March 31, 2021/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Richmond Landscaper

Prevention and Control of Top 7 Invasive Weeds The top 7 invasive weeds that we highlight this month are predators that will leach water and nutrients from your desired plants.  Some of them are highly flammable.  Our treatment recommendations for getting rid of the top 7 emphasize the least toxic practices. Getting rid of these […]

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Landscape Drainage Problems and 7 Solutions for Them

March 3, 2021/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Landscape drainage problems like standing water in your yard, deck, hardscape, and around your building or house can be a nightmare! Let’s talk about it. There are some great solutions for drainage issues.  Ones that work best with Mother Nature, whether you have a yard or a commercial property.    Signs of a Landscape Drainage […]

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SF Bay Area – We Deliver Poinsettias to your Office

November 17, 2020/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Joy comes in red, white, burgundy, and pink! You’ve had a tough year. Let some fresh Poinsettias help you celebrate the holidays with well-deserved cheer. These classic Poinsettias arrive in a decorative foil sleeve.  If you like, we will maintain them through the holidays, or you can maintain them yourself. Limited quantities are available.  Order […]

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Bay Area Water Districts Want to Pay You to Save Water

July 29, 2020/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

In these uncertain times, more people are finding solace in the garden.  Growing edibles surging in popularity. Plants and seeds are flying off the shelves of garden centers.  That leads us to water.  SF Bay Area Water Districts are eager to help you save money on water-saving irrigation equipment, drought-tolerant plants, and lawn conversion. How […]

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Tall Weeds

Vegetation Management to Prevent Wildfire

May 20, 2020/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

We are well into May – the official start of fire season.  It may be hiding behind the coattails of COVID-19, but we know it’s here.  In spite of recent rains (which we are grateful for), temperatures will heat up and dry weather will prevail for the next several months. Like clockwork the call volume […]

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Landscape Renovation for Historic Building in San Francisco

February 13, 2020/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

San Francisco’s oldest retirement community, called Heritage on the Marina, is a historic building, designed by California’s first woman architect and owned by one of the city’s oldest philanthropic organizations. Located in San Francisco’s Marina district, a neighborhood recognized for its iconic architecture. Looking at the northeast corner of the property, you will see a […]

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SF Bay Area – Have Poinsettias Delivered to your office!

November 13, 2019/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Gardeners’ Guild will deliver Poinsettias to your SF Bay Area office Having Poinsettias delivered will put a smile on your face.  Your office mates will thank you. Our interior division services San Francisco and the East Bay as well as Marin, Sonoma and Napa Counties. Limited quantities available.  Order today. Your poinsettia order options* Either […]

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Wildfire Readiness – 5-Step Plan for Bay Area

September 18, 2019/in Drought, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Wildfire Safety

    Wildfire Readiness – 5-Step Plan for the Bay Area The essentials of what you can do now – including a list of the most fire-prone plants Though it is wet today, the forecast shows temperatures steadily climbing, into the 90’s through next week.  In fact, according to Daniel Swain, weatherwest.com,  we may be […]

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Secrets of Gardening for Pollinators in the Bay Area

August 5, 2019/in Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Organic Soil Amendments, Rebuilding Soil

What’s Unique about Gardening for Pollinators in the Bay Area Most important is plant types.  Because of the bay area microclimates, planting in the right environment is critical.  Plant vigor will be impacted by sun exposure, fog, heat, soil type and wind.  Learn about pollination in a stunning video (below) that catches them in the […]

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A Guide to Managing Weeds in the SF Bay Area Landscape

April 30, 2019/in Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Organic Soil Amendments, Rebuilding Soil

Why your weeds keep coming back Have you noticed an abundant crop of weeds this spring?  One reason – the heavy rains of last fall and winter may have awakened long-dormant seeds.  Does it feel like the long rainy winter just erased all the backbreaking work you did last year?  Our guide to weeds includes […]

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2 Reasons this Urban Multifamily Community Vegetable Garden is Successful

April 11, 2019/in Commercial Landscapes, Edible Gardening, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper, Winter Vegetable Gardening Bay Area

2 Reasons this Urban Multifamily Community Garden is Thriving People are growing their own food in bigger number than ever before.  In urban areas this trend is surging, particularly in multifamily communities.  These communities include apartments and condominium associations.  It enhances the sense of community and increases property values.  An NYU study in 2006 (the […]

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5 Trends for Commercial & Home Gardens in 2019

March 15, 2019/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper

Primary Landscape Trends for 2019 We notice some landscape trends return year after year.  They remain on the list because their popularity is still soaring.  Like edible and community gardens. These two are big – and encouraging.  More people are embracing plants – indoors and out.  Millennials are spending a lot of money on plants. […]

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Rose Pruning Made Easy

February 19, 2019/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper

Rose Pruning is Easier Than You Think! Our tips and tools give you all the basics to make it easy.  We tell you when and how. Plus advise you on the best tools to make it safe.  And, easy.  Straight from the experts.  Including a video. The Goal of Rose Pruning We call it the […]

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Should You Replace or Rejuvenate Your Plants?

January 16, 2019/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper, San Francisco Trees

How to know when you should replace your plants How do your plants look?  Are they attractive, healthy and vigorous?  There are a few factors that deterrmine how they look.   Your plant’s maturity.  Are they in the beginning or end of their lifecycle? Are they planted in the right place?  This will determine how […]

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SF Bay Area – Vote Yes for Poinsettias – Delivered to your office!

November 2, 2018/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Gardeners’ Guild will deliver Poinsettias to your SF Bay Area office Having Poinsettias delivered will put a smile on your face.  Your office mates will thank you. Our interior division services San Francisco and the East Bay as well as Marin, Sonoma and Napa Counties. Limited quantities available.  Order today. Your poinsettia order options* Either […]

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Fiery sunset

SF Bay Area: Essential Actions to Prepare for Wildfire

October 17, 2018/in Drought, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Wildfire Safety

Four Essential Actions for Wildfire Preparation Plus the Secret Ingredient to Effective Preparation Wind and warmer weather underlines the threat of wildfire for the rest of October.  This month is usually the worst, but if warming conditions prevail, “wildfire risk could rise again before winter rains arrive in earnest,” says Weatherwest.com. Preparing for wildfire is […]

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Water Smart Trends and Tools for SF Bay Area Landscapes

September 4, 2018/in Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water Conservation

Water saving trends, tools and tips for your SF Bay Area landscape Irrigation technology is becoming more efficient. Our post lists trends and tips you can use to irrigation more efficiently.  Smart Irrigation Controller Trends What you need to know about trends in Smart Irrigation Controllers It’s about accessibility! And, cloud storage. Controlling your system […]

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2018 SF Bay Area Rebates for Water Smart Landscaping

June 27, 2018/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water Conservation

Take advantage of these 2018 SF Bay Area Water District Rebates while they last. Water conservation rebates for 8 SF Bay Area districts.  Everything you need to know including how much you will save, prerequisites and other details. Plus links to each district. Commercial and residential water district rebates. Most popular are the “cash for […]

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California’s New Permanent Water Regulations Explained

June 18, 2018/in Drought, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water Conservation

California’s New Permanent Water Regulations Explained We explain California’s new permanent water regulations, in plain language. Why it was passed. Its effect on you. Below there is a link to resources that will help you conserve. And, we squish one ridiculous myth flying around the web! Freshly signed into law by Governor Brown, the bills […]

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8 Easy Care Colorful Plants For Your SF Bay Area Climate

June 4, 2018/in Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water Conservation

8 Easy Drought Tolerant Plants for Your SF Bay Area Climate. And, how to care for them. These plants are beautiful and tough. They will save water and add color to your garden. One of these 8 plants will work for your SF Bay Area climate.  Whether you live in the hottest inland part of […]

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Top 7 Invasive Weeds in the SF Bay Area

April 26, 2018/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Richmond Landscaper

Prevention and Control of Top 7 Invasive Weeds Using the Least Toxic Practices Our report on the top 7 invasive weeds in the SF Bay Area was re-worked from one I posted in 2016 weeds typical in the San Francisco Bay Area including the most invasive weeds. The top 7 invasive weeds is focused on […]

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3 San Francisco Bay Area 2018 Landscape Trends

March 24, 2018/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

  Sifting through a long list of 2018 trends in landscaping and gardening, we extracted ones more closely pertaining to the San Francisco Bay Area. These important trends reflect our changing climate and how/ what people are planting this year.  Plus there’s a brief, but inspiring case study about an old-fashioned practice made new again. […]

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March 15, 2018/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

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How to know for sure if your plants need water this winter

February 16, 2018/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

They probably will need water. We tell you what to look for – and how – so you know for sure if your plants need water. A Typical Winter Irrigation is normally turned off in the winter. Why? Plants need less water during that time. The soil is cool and moisture evaporates more slowly Moreover, […]

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A New Seawall and Landscape Transform Waldo Point Harbor

February 7, 2018/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

A Rebirth for Waldo Point’s Houseboat Community Still standing after over one hundred years, Sausalito’s Waldo Point Harbor sits proudly on the San Francisco Bay.  It is located off Bridgeway at the north end of Sausalito. Yesterday’s exposed electrical wires and other safety hazards is being replaced with beauty and order.  Waldo Point’s Houseboat Community […]

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Gardeners’ Guild Helps Girl Scouts Pick Up Christmas Trees in Sonoma Valley

January 2, 2018/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping

Last weekend, Robert Mercado, Manager at Gardeners’ Guild helped the Girl Scouts of Sonoma Valley pick up Christmas trees from 42 residents. The troop also collected $300 in donations. Christmas trees, (shown below) are loaded in Robert’s trailer headed for recycling. Troop #10240 brought much end-of-holiday cheer to residents glad to have one item crossed […]

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Solutions to 4 Landscape Drainage Problems

December 11, 2017/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscape Design, Landscape Drainage, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Landscape, Sustainability

I’ve updated our post about drainage from March of this year. We talk again about solutions to landscape drainage problems. There is additional detail added including graphics that describe the drainage problems and solutions. One of the solutions described below is a dry creek bed. It was a project of Gardeners’ Guild at Spring Lake […]

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Will San Francisco’s Street Tree Maintenance Timetable Work For You?

November 15, 2017/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Street Trees, San Francisco Tree Maintenance, San Francisco Trees

San Francisco Street Tree Maintenance Implementation Schedule The passage of Proposition E last November, was welcome news for San Francisco property owners. There is, however, a lengthy start up period as San Francisco’s street tree maintenance implementation doesn’t begin until 2019. Depending on the type, health or age of the tree, waiting until that time […]

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Your Poinsettia Order Will Help North Bay Fire Victims

October 27, 2017/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

Order Poinsettias help North Bay fire victims Gardeners’ Guild is launching this campaign for the 2017 holiday season because of the catastrophic effects the wildfires have had on San Francisco North Bay residents.  It will take a lot of support for survivors to rebuild their lives.  And, Gardeners’ Guild wants to help.  The “how” of […]

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San Francisco Bay Area – Fire Safety TipsOctober 10, 2017/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Bay Area Landscape

Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by the north bay wildfires. Massive swaths of Santa Rosa decimated within hours.  Countless numbers of residents now homeless.  Other evacuees, anxiously praying for a home to return to. October, with its notorious Santa Ana winds, is upon us. Below are tips for keeping your property and family […]

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San Francisco 2017 Street Tree Ordinance SimplifiedAugust 2, 2017/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Street Trees, San Francisco Tree Maintenance, San Francisco Trees

San Francisco 2017 Street Tree Ordinance Simplified What the ordinance is Shifts responsibility of street trees from property owner to the City of San Francisco Sidewalks damaged by trees will also the City’s responsibility (see photo below) Measure E on November 2016 ballot. 80% SF voters approved it. Measure E was the result of pressure […]

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Report on Mosquito Prevention and Deterrents

June 20, 2017/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Landscape, SF Bay Area Mosquito Protection, Zika SF Bay Area
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4 Common Drainage Problems and How To Fix Them

March 31, 2017/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscape Design, Landscape Drainage, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Landscape, Sustainability

The photo above is breathtaking reminder of the toll our rainy season has taken on San Francisco Bay Area residents.  El Niño surprised us with a ferocious encore performance. Many of our properties, roads and highways are still recovering. Highway 37 is an extreme example of what happens when drainage fails. Five feet of water […]

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The Best Indoor Plants If You Have Allergies

March 22, 2017/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

  Interior plants are good for your health! A ton of research proves it.  Interior plants help improve air quality, and office productivity.  Research published by NASA explains how plants clean toxic chemicals from the air such as: benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene.  These chemicals are emitted by paint, computers, carpeting, cleaning fluids, etc. A few […]

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5 Things to Know About The Bamboo Plant

March 8, 2017/in Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area

About Bamboo Adorning the perimeter of many commercial buildings, the willowy Bamboo stands, in containers and planter beds, providing screens and landscape focal points. Its reputation as a renewable resource for flooring to furniture and even fabric, make it emblematic of the sustainability movement. We maintain several sites in San Francisco with Bamboo plants and […]

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51% of California No Longer in a Drought

February 13, 2017/in Drought, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water Conservation

This confirms what we expected after a ferocious rainy season that wreaked havoc throughout much the state.  Key facts: Just one year ago only 5% of the state was drought free Sierra snowpack stands at 179% of its historic average (the biggest in 22 years) San Joaquin Valley and most of Southern California remains in […]

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