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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 te…

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 Senior…

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 water…

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 f…

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 challeng…

Tips to Enhance Your Property’s Appearance and Value Well-manicured grounds deliver a great impression of your condominium property. From creating attractive seasonal displays to maintaining their lush and vibrant look, an experienced landscape management company can help you maintain curb appeal. How will you choose the right condominium landscape contractors to achieve this goal? Here are some…

Although the rains have returned to California, homeowner associations in the Bay Area still desire the benefits of drought-resistant landscaping. Water conservation is now common practice in our state. HOA managers and tenants realize that even when precipitation is plentiful, an earth-friendly landscape of native plants and shrubs using minimal irrigation is not an option, but a requirement. A…

Summer Tree and Plant Care, for Changing Seasonal Needs Proper summer plant and tree care is important for the long-term health of your company’s landscape. Petalon Landscape Management’s commercial clients depend on us to keep their properties looking healthy and vibrant all year long. When the weather turns warm, our staff will to meet the changing seasonal needs of your trees and plants. We’re…

When it’s time to select a hardscape contractor in the Bay Area, consider these factors: The type of project. Not every contractor performs the same work. Try to find one that excels at the kind of hardscape you want. For instance, massive hillside retaining walls require a level of expertise that could be different from building a simple walkway. Do some research. As with any installation or…