This situation where people have storm water entering their homes or buildings is one of the most troubling types of calls we get that people need help with. The drainage challenge, when water is entering into a home or building can create very significant damage,...
Customer Corner
The purpose of this section is to help anticipate or answer questions you may have with regard to different projects or questions with your property or yard.
On this section we post responses to some of the most common questions we receive from our customers or people searching and asking questions through our website on line. In an effort to provide our customers with additional care and service after the job is done, to lend a hand for the do-it yourselfer’s; or to assist those seeking helpful information -we hope this section may prove of value to you.
If you have a gardening question isn’t listed here that you may like answered quickly – your quickest result may be to contact the local horticultural center or free University Horticultural program hotlines. (Numbers listed below) If you are still having a hard time finding an answer to a gardening question or an aspect of your waterfall, drainage, any of our services or a property related question – we will do our best to answer your question through a response e-mail or phone call. If it is a problem that may be common to others, we may post the response here.
How To Hand Water my new Palm Trees that were just planted
https://youtu.be/ecrDQLaXEnk How to hand water my new palm trees? This is one of the most common questions we receive after a new landscape installation. It is a very important question as well. Unfortunately the question can vary depending upon a number of factors. ...
Landscape Care & Warranty Notes for Newly Installed Landscapes & A Few Main Important Points to Know
For our Customers : PLEASE NOTE: ANY WARRANTY RELATED QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS PLEASE DO NOT TEXT, USE EMAILS ONLY! WE CAN NOT KEEP TRACK OF TEXT MESSAGES AS A COMPANY. WITH ANY EMAILS, PLEASE INCLUDE PHOTOS OF ANY QUESTIONS OR ISSUES SO WE CAN QUICKLY SEE THE...
An Introduction To Your Landscape
Fertilization Notes The following instructions are those we have used for over 20 years to help people establish healthy landscapes from the time of installation, and guiding through a strong landscape maturity. These instructions cover the details of how to water and...
Drainage Work & Site Preparation
Helpful & Informative on Drainage Problems & Site Preparation Work Dealing with Drainage Problems – Understanding the main causes of poor drainage & points to help ensure proper drainage One of the main things we hear when we’re called to a property with a...
Steps Needed when Renovating your Landscape & your HOA Controls your Irrigation system
If your HOA controls the settings of what times your irrigation comes on and shuts off and how often it irrigates your property & your planning on renovating your landscape, a few important tips you should know to help make your new landscape project more...
New Artificial Turf Installations, a variety of different options for different applications
The first question many may have : Is Artificial Turf the right choice for me? Let’s start off with those who are struggling to keep a regular natural lawn and it is an ongoing losing battle for some. There are some conditions which make it very difficult to keep a...
Can the internal water supply to a home or building be affected by new landscaping or irrigation work that is installed?
All new tree & plant material is guaranteed for 1 year after installation with proper irrigation & care; seasonal annual flowers are the exception and carry no warranty. Warranty does not cover Acts of God: storms, lightening, etc. or poisons. Many renovation...
Drainage Problem Solution: Using your home’s gutters to help clear out underground drainage piping
How the drainage system works using your home’s gutters Please Note : We do charge to come out for inspections for drainage proposals and the cost can vary depending upon your location. Centrally located in Palm Beach county typically $150. Beaches to borders of...
What do I need for, from my HOA for my landscape, pool, or other exterior project?
Many surveys over the years have listed that having a home project done can be near the top of the list of stressful experiences for people, of course depending on what nature of work you’re having done and who you might be dealing with. After decades of serving...
Saving Struggling Palm Trees In a Landscape
When palm trees are experiencing unusual stress at any point during their life in a residential or commercial landscape, one of the main visible effects can be that the center stalk (center fron), the center growth point at the top of the palm tree, is not growing as...
Important Pest Notice – Spiraling Whitefly
Insect Alert to Keep an Eye out for : Spiraling Whitefly Do You Have Spiraling Whitefly?(Begins at most properties by going after palm trees, all varieties) (Area: South Florida) With this pest : If your neighbor has it, you need to be on the defensive to protect...
Xeriscape Landscapes: Design, Planting, Watering
* The first thing that should be known when considering a xeriscape landscape is that it is one of the best choices you can make to attain a healthy, easier to maintain, long lasting and beautiful property. * The second thing you should know is that, no matter the...
A Common Mistake Many Homeowners Make After Having a New Landscape Installed
The good news about this common mistake is that it is very easy to correct. Through the years when going back to projects we’ve done just to visit or to check on warranty issues, is that we often notice that the irrigation system has not been changed since the time...
New Landscape Designs & Installations. In The first few years, When should I trim & how often?
Your landscape was designed to be low maintenance, which with most of our properties we design, is to be trimmed 3 to 4 times a year. Anything more than this we consider a higher maintenance landscape. There are some plant varieties that may have been requested that...
Useful Directory
Gardening Question Hotlines Palm Beach County : Mounts Botanical Garden: www.mounts.org531 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, Fl 33415Gardening Questions: (561) 233-1750 Master Gardener Classes Supported by University of Florida Extension Program : (561) 233 –...
Watering in your new sod
Prepare soil & thoroughly water after sod is placed. (Some may choose to pre-water before the sod is installed – which may also benefit the new rooting process.) For Best results, it is essential that the turf be watered when installed. Soak upon installation...
Helping to Plan for a New Landscape Design or Property Makeover: 9 Basic Points / Elements to Consider
Some Brief, Basic hardscape & landscape design points that apply to any new or renovation style chosen and any budget 1) Function When dealing with the thoughts of a new landscape, hardscape design or a renovation, the first step in the process when working for...
If you’re ready to talk about the project that’s been on your mind, or you just want to spruce up the yard – give us a call today – we’ll work hard to make you feel glad you did!