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3 Easy Strategies for Creating a Space to Relax in the Office
/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaI’d say George Costanza was ahead of his time when he hid under his desk, desperate for a snooze. But that being the 1990s, napping was taboo, so under his desk, George hid. Now, having a space in the office for rest, relaxation, meditation, reading, or just working without interruption isn’t weird. A long list […]
All You Need to Know About Plant Heat Stress
/in Drought, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Landscape3 Critical Symptoms, 3 Solutions, and 9 Plants That Tolerate Heat Remember when August was once the hottest month of the year? Now heat waves start earlier and extend into October — in the Bay Area and throughout the state. Plant loss due to heat stress can occur If you aren’t prepared. So we’ve compiled […]
3 Facts You Need to Know About Mosquitoes in the Bay Area
/in Blog, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, SF Bay Area Mosquito ProtectionIf you drive by some of the North Bay’s expansive open fields, you can still see pools of standing water months after the rainy season. Get close enough, and you’ll see swarms of mosquitoes. Stagnant water is their favorite place to hang out. Now is the season when they emerge, trolling to suck your blood. […]
Spring Irrigation System Startup. What a Pro Sees That You Can’t
/in Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaTime to turn your irrigation system on again Coming up for air after one monstrous storm after another. And now it’s spring. Your plants have had a good drenching for months. But suddenly, it’s heating up outside, and it’s time to check and see if your irrigation system still works. The damage from our record-breaking […]
Want employees back in the office? Don’t ignore these science-backed trends
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Bay Area IrrigationTrends 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 […]
Print out and use our free downloadable landscaping guide for the year
/in Blog, Drought, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Tree CareOur 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 […]
Fix drainage problems before they damage your building’s foundation
/in Landscape Design, Landscape Drainage, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rain, Rebuilding SoilFixing 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 […]
SF Bay Area Storm Preparation: Where to get sandbags and how to use them
/in Landscape Drainage, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, RainSandbags: 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 […]
Prepare for rain — the ultimate checklist to protect your property
/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaPrepare 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 […]
We deliver Poinsettias to San Francisco and Marin County offices
/in Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area5 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 […]
A tree care plan that ensures your trees’ survival in the drought
/in Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, San Francisco Tree Maintenance, Tree CareWhy tree care planning is critical It’s the best thing you can do to ensure a tree’s survival in the drought. Huge, mature trees. Whether you have one or a hundred, I’ve heard many stories about drought-stressed trees whose symptoms weren’t apparent to the average person. But ultimately, they became infected and had to be […]
10 Things You Need To Know About Removing Your Lawn
/in Drought, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Water Conservation3 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 […]
Essential Guide to Fire Fuel Reduction in the SF Bay Area
/in Blog, Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaFire 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 […]
Marin County updates water restrictions
/in Blog, Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaMarin 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 […]
3 Temporary Solutions to Prevent Erosion
/in Blog, Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaTemporary 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, […]
We Deliver Poinsettias to San Francisco & Marin County
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaDelivering 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 […]
Recycled Water Delivered in Marin County
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaRecycled 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 […]
How Employees Will Change the Post-Pandemic Workplace
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaEmployees 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. […]
How to Adapt Your Landscape to the Drought
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaAdapting 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 […]
Top 7 Invasive Weeds in the SF Bay Area
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Richmond LandscaperPrevention 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 […]
Landscape Drainage Problems and 7 Solutions for Them
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaLandscape 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 […]
SF Bay Area – We Deliver Poinsettias to your Office
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaJoy 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 […]
Bay Area Water Districts Want to Pay You to Save Water
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaIn 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 […]
Vegetation Management to Prevent Wildfire
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaWe 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 […]
Landscape Renovation for Historic Building in San Francisco
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaSan 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 […]
SF Bay Area – Have Poinsettias Delivered to your office!
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaGardeners’ 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 […]
Wildfire Readiness – 5-Step Plan for Bay Area
/in Drought, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Wildfire SafetyWildfire 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 […]
Secrets of Gardening for Pollinators in the Bay Area
/in Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Organic Soil Amendments, Rebuilding SoilWhat’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 […]
A Guide to Managing Weeds in the SF Bay Area Landscape
/in Commercial Landscapes, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Organic Soil Amendments, Rebuilding SoilWhy 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 […]
2 Reasons this Urban Multifamily Community Vegetable Garden is Successful
/in Commercial Landscapes, Edible Gardening, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper, Winter Vegetable Gardening Bay Area2 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 […]
5 Trends for Commercial & Home Gardens in 2019
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond LandscaperPrimary 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. […]
Rose Pruning Made Easy
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond LandscaperRose 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 […]
Should You Replace or Rejuvenate Your Plants?
/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper, San Francisco TreesHow 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 […]
SF Bay Area – Vote Yes for Poinsettias – Delivered to your office!
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaGardeners’ 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 […]
SF Bay Area: Essential Actions to Prepare for Wildfire
/in Drought, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, Wildfire SafetyFour 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 […]
Water Smart Trends and Tools for SF Bay Area Landscapes
/in Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water ConservationWater 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 […]
2018 SF Bay Area Rebates for Water Smart Landscaping
/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water ConservationTake 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 […]
California’s New Permanent Water Regulations Explained
/in Drought, Irrigation & Water Management, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water ConservationCalifornia’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 […]
8 Easy Care Colorful Plants For Your SF Bay Area Climate
/in Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Residential Landscaping, Richmond Landscaper, San Francisco Bay Area Irrigation, Water Conservation8 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 […]
Top 7 Invasive Weeds in the SF Bay Area
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscape Design, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Richmond LandscaperPrevention 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 […]
3 San Francisco Bay Area 2018 Landscape Trends
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaSifting 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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How to know for sure if your plants need water this winter
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaThey 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, […]
A New Seawall and Landscape Transform Waldo Point Harbor
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaA 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 […]
Gardeners’ Guild Helps Girl Scouts Pick Up Christmas Trees in Sonoma Valley
/in Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Residential LandscapingLast 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 […]
Solutions to 4 Landscape Drainage Problems
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscape Design, Landscape Drainage, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, Rebuilding Soil, Residential Landscaping, San Francisco Bay Area Landscape, SustainabilityI’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 […]
Will San Francisco’s Street Tree Maintenance Timetable Work For You?
/in Commercial Landscapes, Landscaper San Francisco Bay Area, San Francisco Street Trees, San Francisco Tree Maintenance, San Francisco TreesSan 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 […]
Your Poinsettia Order Will Help North Bay Fire Victims
/in Commercial Landscapes, Interior Plants, Landscaper San Francisco Bay AreaOrder 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]