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Hire An Experienced Landscape Management Company Plant health care and pest management go hand-in-hand. Based on an understanding of the ecosystem surrounding your garden, they involve using natural solutions to develop your landscape’s resistance to pests and disease. The greatest benefit of practicing this green approach is year-round curb appeal at a significantly lower cost. Here are some t…

The Essentials: Experience, Knowledge, Customer Service Maintaining an attractive landscape for a busy residential development can consume a large part of your maintenance budget. A landscaping contractor with relevant experience can help minimize costs and deliver the best results. Here’s what to look for in an HOA landscaping company. How to Select a Landscaping Contractor for Your Bay Area H…

Expert Tree Care Starts with Experience! Trained Arborists Keep Your Landscape Beautiful Trees are like living artwork adorning your commercial property. Regular maintenance keeps them looking beautiful. To see the best results, it is important to hire trained arborists. Skilled in the science and art of tree management, they know how to protect your green investments and business image. There’…

Yes! Landscape and Irrigation Experts Say Fall is Ideal Yard drains control the flow of irrigation and rainwater from your landscape to the sewer system. Pooling around the gutters or standing water on your lawn are clear indications that they need attention. As with the drainage system inside your building, clogged or broken pipes can cause back up, flooding and costly damage outside. Unsightl…

Tips from Our Landscape Maintenance Experts Hot summer weather, insects, disease and increased foot traffic can take a toll on your grass. To prepare it for the chilly months and the next growing season, follow our recommended commercial lawn care advice for fall and winter. Fall and Winter Lawn Maintenance Guide Clear the leaves: In addition to making your property look shabby, fallen leaves …

Ryan Valentine, Petalon’s Sr. Account Manager is now Bay-Friendly Certified Creating and Maintaining Sustainable Landscapes Just Got Easier With our expertise in environmentally-friendly landscaping, we help you maintain an attractive property while lowering your water usage. Committed to learning and adopting the latest drought management techniques, Petalon is happy to announce that our Senio…

Top Water Management Techniques for 2018 Save Water, Save Money  According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), using native and drought-tolerant plants for landscaping can significantly reduce your water usage. Proper timing of irrigation controllers, converting from spray to drip systems and using mulch in your planter beds can also greatly improve your landscape’s wate…

Tips to Improve Tree Health and Yield Although your fruit trees might lie dormant until spring, they need protection from cold temperatures, pest infestations, rodent problems and any type of damage to the tree’s structure. Simple measures like cleaning out fallen leaves and using dormant-season sprays, for example, help to deter pests and fight disease. Here are some expert tips on winter care…

Tips to Manage Expectations, Curb Appeal and Your Budget Landscaping services can take up a large part of your HOA’s annual maintenance budget. A well-kept landscape is critical to your business image and helps ensure homeowner satisfaction. However, balancing shrinking budgets with board and homeowner expectations can be difficult. Here are some tips to help resolve your HOA landscaping challe…