Desert Landscaping Needs Proper Watering

Many times the use of desert landscape is done to make the need for watering a non-issue.  They are very good at storing water. Many desert plants store water inside themselves, like cacti, for instance. While desert plants are drought tolerant by their very nature they still need some water just to thrive in our climate. 

Watering is sometimes a challenge for plant owners, especially for those who live in the desert where plants have extreme water needs. Watering questions are typical of the many inquiries we receive each year in talking with commercial property owners. In the interest of both conserving water and maintaining healthy and beautiful landscapes, let's look at this sometimes-mystery called irrigation.

It might be helpful to start by discussing how plants process water and how this process protects plants from the sun's intense heat. When temperatures are high and humidity is low, the transpiration rate for plants is high. Transpiration rate describes how fast water vapor is lost to the atmosphere through evaporation, primarily from a plant's leaves. This water loss occurs during photosynthesis when openings called stomata on leaf surfaces open and close for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. When the stomata are open, water vapor escapes. This evaporation has a cooling effect on leaves and is a critical part of a tree's protection from the sun's heat and light. 

Our challenge is to provide water in quantities sufficient to allow plants to "breathe," that is, to release water vapor in amounts needed to keep plant surfaces constantly within a temperature range cool enough not to suffer true dehydration.

But it's not only a function of providing adequate water. Desert-adapted plants have special features to help them handle the heat. They sometimes have thick plant surfaces or reduced surface areas or other adaptive qualities. Plants without these features have a hard time in the summer heat. Some non-desert adapted plants have large leaf surfaces that transpire at such high rates that they lose water faster than it can be replenished. In spite of having enough water in the soil, they can suffer from sunscald. 

The owners of these non-drought-tolerant species have a difficult task keeping them alive, let alone green. Survival is not only a matter of having adequate water. It's also about a plant's genetic functional ability to handle our hot environment. And that is sometimes beyond our control or even an irrigation controller.

More importantly you can let Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance do all the work for you and take the burden off your shoulders all together.  Give us a call at 623-848-8277 and let’s talk about it.

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Landscaping and Community Swimming Pools

While living in the southwestern desert climate offers a wider variety of plant choices than many areas, those faced with the job of landscaping near a swimming pool still have the basic commercial property considerations pool managers in any region must confront. 

Before sending workers on an impulsive trip to a nursery or home center for whatever strikes their fancy, have them do some research.

If they choose fruit or flower-bearing trees and shrubs they may be beauties, but they will make a big mess when their leaves, needles, fruits, flowers, nuts or catkins fall in and around your pool or spa areas.  Fruit and flowers trees, shrubs and bushes can lead to a lot of extra work for your pool cleaner.

Desert plants, cacti and beautiful roses bushes have needles and thorns, as do colorful bougainvillea, barberry, pyracantha and luscious blackberry bushes. Can you imagine a resident, their child or a visitor accidentally falling into a rose bush or type of cacti?

Over the years, trees and plants with invasive roots can damage the pool’s structure, its surrounding area, and its plumbing system. This list includes ficus, elm and oak trees.

While the whole bee / hummingbird / ecosystem thing can be an amazing when it is happening in the garden and common area, you don’t want any pollinators mistaking your pool guests for an enticing honeysuckle or bottlebrush. Other bee-lovin' plants include Wisteria, Sweet Clovers, Delphinium, Larkspur, Queen Anne's Lace, Cosmos and many Salvias.  Keep these far away from your pools or hot-tube/spa areas.

Nearby nurseries or botanical gardens usually feature plants that are indigenous to your area or will adapt well to our climate. You may be tempted by the idyllic images and order an exotic banana tree off some website, but you might be wasting your dollars if it’s not suitable for your neck of the woods. If in doubt, consult regional charts or your local nursery.

Low-maintenance plants mean less work for your staff. The landscaping near your pool should enhance its surroundings and often sets a mood, like an island or oasis. You don’t want to be spending the bulk of your maintenance budget trimming and fertilizing the poolscaping, especially if it’s hard to access. Keep it simple. With the right plant selections, you can relax when thinking about the swimming pools and enjoy the scenery.

At Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance we have an even better idea, let us to the work and stressing about your commercial landscape needs.

It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.  To find out how give us a call at 623-848-8277.

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Monday May 27th Memorial Day

As you know Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday which occurs every year on the final Monday of May. Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. 

Formerly known as Decoration Day, it originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the Civil War. By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who have died while in the military service. It typically marks the start of the summer vacation season, while Labor Day marks its end.

Many people visit cemeteries and memorials, particularly to honor those who have died in military service. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries.

Annual Decoration Days for particular cemeteries are held on a Sunday in late spring or early summer in some rural areas of the American South, notably in the mountains. In cases involving a family graveyard where remote ancestors as well as those who were deceased more recently are buried, this may take on the character of an extended family reunion to which some people travel hundreds of miles. 

People gather on the designated day and put flowers on graves and renew contacts with kinfolk and others. There often is a religious service and a "dinner on the ground," the traditional term for a potluck meal in which people used to spread the dishes out on sheets or tablecloths on the grass. It is believed that this practice began before the American Civil War and thus may reflect the real origin of the "memorial day" idea.

Memorial Day is not to be confused with Veterans Day; Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving, while Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans.

It doesn’t matter to us whether you want rock gardens, lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.  To find out how give us a call at 623-848-8277.

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Summer Heat Means More Water – But How Much More?

All of us living in the Valley of the Sun know that the summer heat means you need more water to keep your commercial property green and beautiful.  OK, but how much water and when to water are key concerns for the commercial property manager and their staff.

If you want to automate your sprinkler system you can do just that.  There are systems that both measure the water content of the greenscape and talk with the weather service to consider the likelihood of rainfall.  Smart-Watering can be very effective.

Keeping your water use-age in line also means knowing when to water to help stay ahead of evaporation.

The drier and hotter it is, (sort of describes Arizona, doesn’t it) the faster water will evaporate. However, the water droplets on the grass will not soak into the ground anyway. They will stay on the grass and evaporate (unless it starts raining). Hot, dry heat just makes this happen faster. You need to make sure water soaks the ground properly when watering, no matter the temperature. So in other words: It won't make a difference.

The most important factors to consider are;

1) the relative humidity of the air about your lawn

2) and the temperature of the water itself.

3) how you deliver the water to the greenscape

You want to water long and deep to be the most effective.  Deeper ground water is much less affected by evaporation, than surface water.  Watering at night supports reduced water useage.  Water that is delivered by air spraying evaporates more that water delivered by a drip type sprinklers or irrigation.  Yes, irrigation water does evaporate at the surface, but that is less than spraying water into the air to aid disbursement.

Damaged and in-effective sprinklers also are large water wasters.  You can lose thousands of gallons of water when a sprinkler head is damaged or fails.  Heads can fail or be altered (think mowing) so that the coverage doesn’t reach the needed area.  This leads to both wasted water and the loss of viable grass.

No matter what is the true cause of the problems your landscape is having Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance can help.

It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.  To find out how give us a call at 623-848-8277.

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Who You Gonna Call? Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance

Yes, we borrowed that iconic phrase from the rather famous Ghostbusters movie theme song.  But, it is a fair question.  When you need help with your commercial landscape maintenance related matters, for your business … who are you going to call?

Yes, we know there are tons of web sites offering landscaping… are they all reliable?  Yes, you can ask family or friends for a referral… but exactly how knowledgeable are they when it comes to commercial landscaping?

Like most things in today’s world commercial landscape solutions are constantly changing.  So can we ask again… Who are you going to call for experienced and up-to-date commercial landscape?  Who will take the time to get to know you and your business.  Your special commercial landscape needs are unique to you and you need advice based on those needs, today and tomorrow.

Do you want to trust your future to a flashy new television advertisement?  Your business appearance is directly tied to your success.  Understanding your commercial landscape needs and acting on them correctly can mean the different between being a good property or an outstanding property.

Do you need commercial landscape advice?  What kind of commercial landscape service do you want?  Would you break that need into good service, better service and best commercial landscape  service?  Would you consider getting good commercial landscape service or would you prefer great commercial landscape service?

Where you get that commercial landscape maintenance and from whom will be the key to how well your commercial landscaping fits your life and your unique needs.

Do you think that commercial landscape service should be sold as one size fits all?  We don’t!  How did your last commercial landscape service call stack up?

It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.  To find out how give us a call at 623-848-8277.

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Greens Keeper Commercial Landscaping Services

We are a service oriented family owned business specializing in commercial landscape maintenance, providing high quality care based on open communication, and the highest quality service.

We offer a full range of options for our customers by tailoring a maintenance program to the specific individual needs of each property, and budget. We will strive to keep your landscape safe and beautiful, while at the same time keeping your costs as low as possible.

While our normal hours of operations are from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM we offer 24/7 service and Storm Damage Clean-up as needed by our customers.

We keep our overhead low and pass the savings on to our customers. We provide high quality service and pride ourselves on our open communication practices.

Our hourly rate is $26 per hour. Our special project rate, including sprinkler repairs, is $30. We offer convenient payment terms of 2/10 net 30.

All of our vehicles are clearly marked and all of our employees are in uniform for easy identification. Many of the small unexpected things that other companies charge for, we include.

If there are minor sprinkler repairs that are needed, most of them are also included (no charge). We accomplish this by providing an allowance for sprinkler heads, drip emitters, shrub heads, and repairs to lateral lines and drip lines. The only sprinkler issues that we would have to charge for would be main line repairs, valves & timers. And we always get these pre approved by our customers.

Unlike other companies we don't mark-up inventory, whenever possible. Another one of our popular services is safety and visibility trimming at no extra charge. This means that if you have things we think could be a liability on your property related to the landscape, we will communicate with you and work together to resolve these issues before they cause an accident or damage vehicles or buildings. If there is vegetation blocking the view of signs or safe passage in and out of the parking lot, trees blocking safety lighting, we will keep those items at their smallest manageable size (no charge).

You can let Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance do all the work for you and take the burden off your shoulders all together.  Give us a call at 623-848-8277 and let’s talk about it.

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Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
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SRP Free Shade Tree Program

At Greens Keeper Landscaping we are always looking for great green programs and here is one for SRP customers.

Planting shade trees can save you up to $50 on your annual energy bill  SRP is inviting their customers in the Phoenix metro area to participate in the SRP Shade Tree Program, enabling you to save up to $50 a year on your energy bill.

By planting desert-adapted trees in energy-saving locations around your home, you'll reduce cooling costs, improve air quality and lower the Valley's heat effect, without using a lot of water. Plus, you'll help beautify your home with a plush landscape that you can enjoy year-round.

The SRP Shade Tree Program provides up to two free desert-adapted shade trees for Valley homes. The trees will be approximately 4 to 6 foot saplings. To ensure your tree thrives, they require participants to attend a workshop teaching you how to best select, plant and care for your trees.

Not only do shade trees block the sun's rays to provide natural, "low-tech" cooling, they also:

Renew our air supply by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen
Produce nearly 260 pounds of oxygen per tree each year
Remove up to 2.6 tons of carbon dioxide each year per acre of trees
Can make buildings up to 20 degrees cooler in the summer
Lower the air temperature by evaporating water from their leaves
Stabilize soil and prevent erosion
Can improve home values

How You Can Sign Up

To participate in the program, you must:

Be a current residential electric customer
Have the legal right to plant trees on the property
Attend an SRP Shade Tree workshop
Plant trees on the south, west and east sides of your home within 15 feet of exposed exterior walls and windows
Have the ability to care for the tree, as needed

For more information on this SRP Program, please call (602) 325-1254

Let Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance do all of your commercial landscape work for you and take the burden off your shoulders all together.  Give us a call at 623-848-8277 and let’s talk about it.

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623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
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Will The Patient Protection Act Affect Your Landscaping?

How would the Patient Protection Act in January 2014 possible affect commercial landscaping when it takes effect?

First, what is the Patient Protection Act?  Effective in 2014 every American will be required to carry health insurance. Failure to carry health insurance will trigger a fine imposed by the IRS. If an employer has 50 or more full time equivalent employees, they will be required to offer a group plan with Minimum Essential Benefits to all full time employees or pay a fine.

The policies will cover more benefits than many policies available today. For example; all policies will cover maternity, pediatric dental, and will have no pre-existing condition riders or conditions. There will be improved mental health benefits. Preventive Care will be provided at no cost to the insured. All policies will be unlimited in the amount of coverage.  While these coverages have many benefits they will come will a much higher cost.

Does this affect your business?

If you add in the numbers of employees that you have on staff and part of them are used for your landscaping needs then being more than 50 employees, you will have a new expense.  If you don’t have those landscaping employees on staff you may not have to provide the insurance or face the stiff ongoing fines.

If you are currently using a landscaping company you may find that there will be an increase in your rate for there service as they have to add the insurance cost into your fees.  If they try to operate outside the regulations they just may not show up one day and leave you scrambling to find a new source for your commercial landscaping.

At Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance we are already operating and operating by offering insurance coverage for our employees.  We are already doing business with that built into our operating costs.  So we won’t have a surprises next year.  We will be there for you.  We will be operating the same as we are now, covered!

We truly put our customers first!

It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.  To find out how give us a call at 623-848-8277.

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Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net

Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance A Great Choice

We are a service oriented family owned business specializing in commercial landscape maintenance.  As always we strive to keep your landscape safe, clean and beautiful. At the same time keeping your costs as low as possible.

While our normal hours of operations are from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM we offer 24/7 service and Storm Damage Clean-up as needed by our customers.

We keep our overhead low and pass the savings on to our customers. We provide high quality service and pride ourselves on our open communication practices.

All of our vehicles are clearly marked and all of our employees are in uniform for easy identification. Many of the small unexpected things that other companies charge for, we include.

If there are minor sprinkler repairs that are needed, most of them are also included (no charge). We accomplish this by providing an allowance for sprinkler heads, drip emitters, shrub heads, and repairs to lateral lines and drip lines. The only sprinkler issues that we would have to charge for would be main line repairs, valves & timers. And we always get these pre approved by our customers.

Unlike other companies we don't mark-up inventory, whenever possible. Another one of our popular services is safety and visibility trimming at no extra charge. This means that if you have things we think could be a liability on your property related to the landscape, we will communicate with you and work together to resolve these issues before they cause an accident or damage vehicles or buildings. If there is vegetation blocking the view of signs or safe passage in and out of the parking lot, trees blocking safety lighting, we will keep those items at their smallest manageable size (no charge).

We don't charge anything for the installation of winter lawns. This means you do not pay anything for scalping and removal of summer lawn, sprinkler tune up, and top dressing where needed. And the seed is provided at the market price. We also offer a full range of tree trimming options for our customers including emergency storm damage clean up and tree removal. Lawn fertilizer is done quarterly for the price of fertilizer only.

Our hourly rate is $26 per hour. Our special project rate, including sprinkler repairs, is $30. We offer convenient payment terms of 2/10 net 30.  We meet or exceed the highest insurance standards, with $2,000,000 business liability, $1,000,000 commercial auto, and $1,000,000 workman's comp. And we can list you (the customer) as additional insured at no extra charge.

We can Help!  Please contact us at; Sales: 623-848-8277  We serve the entire Phoenix Metro Area.

Let Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance do all the work for you and take the burden off your shoulders all together.  Give us a call at 623-848-8277 and let’s talk about it.

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Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
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Getting Ready for Spring Cleaning in Arizona

While Junk Removal can be related to wind and storm damage, (like the one the Valley of the Sun had yesterday) it can also be just what you need removed from your property, commercial or otherwise.

At Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance we offer more than just the sprucing up the look of the landscape of commercial properties.  We offer clean-up and haul-away services that can get the storm damage or accident restoration underway as soon as possible.  Our crews will arrive on site and begin working to minimize your properties' damage.

But during the spring time we also know that all property owners both residential and commercial want to make sure their property get cleaned up in time for the spring and summer growing and outdoor enjoyment time we all love.

We have more than fifteen years of experience in helping business and home owners recover from unexpected events, accidents, storm and water damage.

When it comes to storm or accident related damage we will work directly for you or with your insurance company, you decide. While removal of fallen trees or damaged brick walls is many times the most visible part of damage, there are others. With a spring storm water run-off can be damaging as well. Call 623-848-8277 

Our process involves Immediate assessment of your property to identify hazardous areas and help minimize additional damage that the erosion or blockages can cause to landscaping. Controlling run-off and erosion can also be mandated by local regulations.

Remember Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance for your property clean-up following an accident or a storm, we are here to help… Any Time!

This means that if you have things we think could be a liability on your property related to the landscape, we will communicate with you.

If you have anything on your property that needs repair or removal after an Arizona dust or monsoon storm please take the time to give us a call at 623-848-8277 so we can help.

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Greens Keeper Commercial Landscaping Spring Services

 We are into a full spring mode here in the Phoenix Metro area.  Taking care of your green space now will lead to a much better lawn for this coming summer.  Both cleaning up the area and prepping the area is something we can help with.  Let us tell you a bit about our company and services.

Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC. is a service oriented family owned business specializing in commercial landscape maintenance in the Phoenix Metro area.

Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance has been maintaining commercial properties in the Valley of the Sun, here in Arizona, to the highest level. We have many years of experience here in the valley caring for plants in our desert climate and in commercial property landscapes.  

We are always a reliable source for all of your property maintenance needs. We employ a well educated, fully trained and experienced staff who can attend to all of your needs in a knowledgeable and professional manner. 

Our services include all facets of Property Management. We cover property maintenance to customized lawn treatment programs, tree & shrub diagnostics and care, annual color programs, enhancements, Irrigation System management, We can help with your Holiday and Event Decorating. Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance has a full time staff to fulfill any and all of your needs twelve  months a year! 

We are certified, licensed and insured to meet all local requirements and regulations. Contact our award winning company to schedule a commercial property consultation today. 

We will design and develop a custom program for your specific property and budget needs. You can be on your way to improving your property’s appearance and value with our guidance and expertise.

Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC, features first class customer service, providing unmatched value, superior products, our extensive local experience and unquestionable reliability.

All of our vehicles are clearly marked and all of our employees are in uniform for easy identification. Many of the small unexpected things that other companies charge for, are included in our everyday service.

Or you can let Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance do all the work for you and take the burden off your shoulders all together.  Give us a call at 623-848-8277 and let’s talk about it.

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623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
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Spring Time In Arizona… Tips For Spring Lawn Care

Springtime in Arizona is a great time of year. The days are warm, the breezes are cool, and the steady whine of leaf blowers once again fills the air. Phoenix commercial property owners take a great deal of pride in their yards, spending about $6.4 billion (nationwide) a year on lawn care, according to the Professional Lawn Care Association of America [source: The Lawn Institute. They buy seed, fertilizer, herbicide, lawnmowers, string trimmers, and other equipment in an effort to create the ideal lawn: a lush, green expanse of grass that feels cool between the toes.

A healthy summer lawn starts with spring maintenance. Winter can alter soil pH, compact the soil, and create conditions friendly to weeds and disease, so it's crucial that you properly clean, fertilize and mow your yard early in the season. So what can you do when winter's changing temps cause bare spots, invasive plants and other problems with your patch of green? Don't panic -- break out the broadcast spreader and click through our list of spring lawn care tips.

If your lawn is already well-maintained, all you need to do is give it a light raking once the ground has dried out. However, problem areas should be addressed quickly, as they can stress your lawn and make it more susceptible to weeds and disease.

One common problem is uneven ground. Low spots cause poor drainage, while high spots are often scalped by the lawn mower. Since these situations create poor growing conditions for grass, grab a shovel, cut away areas that are raised, and fill in those that are depressed.

Another issue that plagues lawns, particularly in high-traffic areas, is soil compaction. This occurs when the soil becomes densely packed, making it difficult for grass to take root and allowing hardier weeds to take over. To test your yard for this problem, stick a garden fork into the ground. If the tines fail to penetrate 2 inches, your soil is compacted and should be loosened with an aerator designed to remove small plugs of soil from your lawn.

First try to address the soil conditions that prevented grass from growing in the past. Call your local Cooperative Extension office to find out where you can get a soil test; this will tell you what nutrients your lawn is lacking. Once you've corrected your soil composition, aerate the ground to avoid any problems with soil compaction.

Well that should get you started in bring your commercial property back to a lush summer lawn.

At Greens Keeper Landscape we want you to know how to take care of your property.  If you don’t want the headache of landscape maintenance we take care of your landscape for you.  To find out how we can help just give us a call at 623-848-8277.

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Spring Time In Arizona… Too Late For Pre-emergent Treatments

Those beautiful Arizona Spring days that we love so well is part of what leads to all of our spring plant growth, both good ones and bad ones.  

I know you planned to get your lawns protected from those pesky weeds.  But all the wet weather and full sunny days have lead to a great crop of spring weeds.  The lawns of your commercial properties are now infested with all kinds of unwanted growth.

It is way too late to use a pre-emergent to treat those lawns.  When the weeds have started growing you need to use a Post Emergent herbicide treatment.

Grooming a gorgeous lawn requires persistence and patience as you work to eradicate weeds. Herbicides are a key weapon in the lawn weed control arsenal. Two types of herbicides are commonly used: pre-emergent and post-emergent. The names describe when the herbicide kills weeds. Pre-emergents kill weeds before sprouts emerge from soil. Post-emergents decimate actively growing weeds that have already emerged from soil.

Post-Emergent Herbicides

These herbicides tackle both perennial and annual broadleaf weeds (weeds with leaf shapes that don’t resemble grass), and some even control grassy weeds (weeds that resemble grass). Choose post-emergent herbicides to control existing weeds in a lawn. It’s an ideal herbicide for spot-treating lone offenders.

Secrets to Success

Young, actively growing weeds die most easily and create less of an eyesore than mature weeds, which might require repeat applications for complete kill.

Inspect the lawn frequently (while mowing is a good time) to look for new weeds that have germinated and require treatment.

If you aren’t looking for another DIY project then give us a call at 623-848-8277. It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.

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Spring Time In Arizona… Watering Is Always Important

Across the country people are getting ready for spring and the Phoenix Metro area is no different. Well for commercial property owners and managers it can be a time that is often neglected.  Well, at least in one area and that is proper watering.

After seeing your grass cover areas going to a dormant state it is easy to forget that they still require proper watering to make a healthy spring comeback.

If your property uses irrigation or it uses sprinklers you need to add springtime watering to your “To-Do List.”

Shift to an as-needed approach to watering. So, if Mother Nature helps and it rains during the week, you don't need to pick up the hose; if the weather's been dry, then turn on the tap. You need to water if you see:

wilted, curled or folded blades of grass

a color change from vibrant green to dull bluish

less "bounce" (when you walk on the lawn in the morning, do your footprints remain for more than a few moments?)

When to Water

Knowing when to water can save you money and effort. Spring and summer are high-demand times on water systems everywhere and it's costly to waste this valuable resource. Here's how to be water wise:

Both evening and early morning can be good times to water because, with the sun low in the sky, less water is lost to evaporation.

Water in the early morning, particularly if your lawn is subject to fungi. Moisture stays on blades of grass for less time than if the lawn is watered in the evening.

Start a watering schedule in time for the growing season (in the South, as early as March and in the North, usually by mid- to late-April), after soil has partially dried.

Water daily on newly seeded or over-seeded areas until they are established.

If you aren’t looking for another DIY project then give us a call at 623-848-8277. It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.

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623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
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Spring Time In Arizona… Weeds, Weeds and More Weeds

One thing about springtime in Arizona is the weeds that seem to be everywhere.  This is really for many good reasons you have breezes to scatter the seeds, good moisture and plenty of sunshine for growth.  That wonderful weather is what brings folks to our Valley of the Sun.

As a commercial property owner or manager you will be looking for ways to control those weeds.  Today let’s talk about pre-emergent weed control.

Weed seeds exist in almost all lawns and gardens, and can be spread in a number of ways. They can be dispersed by wind, water, animals, soil amendments, poor quality grass seed and lawn and garden equipment. Many weed seeds remain dormant for years before they begin to grow since they must reach the soil's surface and receive the proper amount of sunlight and moisture before they germinate.

In the early Spring inspect your lawn area as the warm weather approaches, then decide on the treatment. Apply a pre-emergent shortly before annual weeds, such as crabgrass, begin to grow in the spring. A good rule is to apply the pre-emergent before the weeds begin to grow and bloom. You may decide to use a pre-emergent combined with fertilizer as an early lawn treatment.

Pre-emergent herbicides are applied before the targeted weed germinates, and are an effective preventative method for controlling weeds. Crabgrass preventer is a good example. Pre-emergents establish a chemical barrier that will not kill established plants, but will prevent weeds from successfully growing. The protective barrier breaks down in six to eight weeks. Use of a pre-emergent, therefore, requires proper timing to be effective. Be aware that pre-emergents can harm some desirable ornamental plants and turf grasses. As always, read and follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

This time of year try to use selective herbicides.  When they are applied as directed by the manufacturer, they kill only certain plants. 

A good example of a selective herbicide is a lawn weed killer designed specifically for the removal of broadleaf plants. These products will remove the weeds without killing the established lawn in which the weeds grow. Young, freshly sewn grass would still be susceptible to the herbicide, however, since it would not have had an opportunity to fully establish itself.

If you aren’t looking for another DIY project then give us a call at 623-848-8277. It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.

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Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net

Springtime In Phoenix Arizona

As the Phoenix Metro area heads towards spring time we know that you have many other projects that need your attention when it comes to commercial property, let Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance help with your spring landscape planning.

Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC. is a service oriented family owned business specializing in commercial landscape maintenance.

Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance has been maintaining commercial properties in the Valley of the Sun (the Phoenix Metro Area) to the highest level. We have many years of experience here in the valley caring for plants in the southwest climate and in commercial property landscapes.  

We are a reliable source for all of your property maintenance needs. We employ a well educated, trained and experienced staff who can attend to all of your needs in a knowledgeable and professional manner. 

Our services include all facets of Property Management. We cover property maintenance to customized lawn treatment programs, tree & shrub diagnostics and care, annual color programs, enhancements, Irrigation System management, We can help with your Holiday and Event Decorating. Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance has a full time staff to fulfill any and all of your needs 12 months a year! 

We are certified, licensed and insured to meet all local requirements and regulations. Contact our award winning company to schedule a consultation today. 

We can design and develop a custom program for your specific budget and property needs. You can be on your way to increasing your property’s appearance and value with our guidance and expertise.

Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC, features first class customer service, providing unmatched value, superior products, extensive local experience and unquestionable reliability.

All of our vehicles are clearly marked and all of our employees are in uniform for easy identification. Many of the small unexpected things that other companies charge for, are included in our everyday service.

Or you can let Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance do all the work for you and take the burden off your shoulders all together.  Give us a call at 623-848-8277 and let’s talk about it.

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Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net

At Greens Keeper Landscaping We Put Customers First

I know, you have heard that one before.  At Greens Keeper Landscaping there is a big difference.   We really do put our customers first.  We listen to our customers and potential customers.

We have learned that putting our customers first and then following up is really the way people want to be treated. Perhaps that is the only way, to achieve happy customers.  The amazing thing about happy customers is that they tend to bring you even more customers.

We listen to what our customers want and need.  Over the years we have learned to both listen and know what are the right questions to ask.  Knowing the right questions to ask leads to the right answers.  Having the right answers leads to doing a great job for our customers.  We always try to ask open-ended questions that encourage a true dialogue, rather than one-word answers.

Are we bragging? Yes, I guess we are.  Our results are more than just bragging.  Our results, making your commercial property look great are rewards all their own.  When your property shines, then we know we have done the right thing for you as our customer..  

Businesses should never forget to put their customers first. In fact, really listening to customers happens so rarely these days that we found a big competitive edge just by doing it.  We listen and we put our customer’s needs first..  

As good listeners we try to respond to broad comments with questions that get to the heart of the problem.  We don't rely on just preprinted customer feedback forms, or a fixed set of questions. All our staff tries to think on their feet and go where the discussion leads, rather than stick to a script.

If you feel this is the way business should be done then give Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance at shot at listening to your landscaping needs.

It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.  To find out how give us a call at 623-848-8277.

Presented by:
Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net

Junk and Haul-Away Services

Some times Junk is not another man’s treasure, it is just plain-old, ordinary, everyday junk.  

Webster’s Dictionary tells us that the noun junk is; 

1. any old or discarded material, as metal, paper, or rags. 

2. anything that is regarded as worthless, meaningless, or contemptible; trash. 

3. old cable or cordage used when untwisted for making gaskets, swabs, oakum, etc. 

We aren’t sure how it happens.  Slowly but surely “junk” just seems to accumulate.  One theory is that “junk” results from the missing socks from wash machines all over and must somehow turn into the junk that accumulates in nooks and crannies everywhere.  I’m not sure that there is a sound scientific theory to support that but it does brighten my day.

At Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance we are ready to haul away all the blight that is cluttering your property.

While Junk Removal can be related to storm damage, it can also be just what you need removed from your property, commercial or otherwise.

If you have anything on your property that needs removal please take the time to give us a call at 623-848-8277 so we can help.

We look forward to helping you make your property more beautiful and valuable by clearing away any Junk.  No job is too little or too big.  We remove your junk one item at a time until it is all gone.  We will remove your headaches from commercial property, rentals, homes, garages, estates or storage facilities.

No time; we can help.  Job too big for you; we can help.  Gives us a quick call so we can solve your problems.

Presented by:
Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net

Did The Frost / Freeze Kill My Trees

The look of your commercial property is important to you and your tenants and this years cold snap has left many trees with a great amount of damage.  But, are they dead?

Even though a tree may still have a few leaves and be standing tall in your yard, it could be dead. Some trees die slowly – as long as two years after a damaging event or disease -- and most trees die from the inside out, so even though it may look like your tree will survive, the odds are stacked against it. Trust your senses with a "snap-scratch test" to determine if a tree in your yard is merely dormant or if it’s dead.

Watch the tree as the seasons change. Look closely at the limbs for the green bumps that signify potential new branch growth. Examine the tree for signs of new leaves, flowers and fruits.

Break off a thin limb to feel if it bends, or if it snaps off the tree with a dry crack. Look inside the limb to determine if the branch is dry or moist; living trees have green, pliable branches.

Greens Keeper is a service oriented family owned business specializing in commercial landscape maintenance. 

While our normal hours of operations are from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM we offer 24/7 service and Storm Damage Clean-up as needed by our customers.

We keep our overhead low and pass the savings on to our customers. We provide high quality service and pride ourselves on our open communication practices.

Our hourly rate is $26 per hour. Our special project rate, including sprinkler repairs, is $30. We offer convenient payment terms of 2/10 net 30.

If there are minor sprinkler repairs that are needed, most of them are also included (no charge). We accomplish this by providing an allowance for sprinkler heads, drip emitters, shrub heads, and repairs to lateral lines and drip lines. The only sprinkler issues that we would have to charge for would be main line repairs, valves & timers. And we always get these pre approved by our customers.

We will strive to keep your landscape safe, clean and beautiful. At the same time keeping your costs as low as possible.

We meet or exceed the highest insurance standards, with $2,000,000 business liability, $1,000,000 commercial auto, and $1,000,000 workman's comp. And we can list you (the customer) as additional insured at no extra charge.

We can Help!  Please contact us at; Sales: 623-848-8277 We serve the entire Phoenix Metro Area.

Presented by:
Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net

Greens Keeper and Amberlea Block Watch

This past weekend (January 27th) Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance and the Amberlea Block Watch group and many volunteers participated in a clean-up on the south side of Thomas Road between 85th Ave and  88th Ave.

At Greens Keeper Landscape we want you to know how to take care of your property.  If you don’t want the headache of landscape maintenance we take care of your landscape for you.  To find out how we can help just give us a call at 623-848-8277.

Greens Keeper is a service oriented family owned business specializing in commercial landscape maintenance.

While our normal hours of operations are from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM we offer 24/7 service and Storm Damage Clean-up as needed by our customers.

We keep our overhead low and pass the savings on to our customers. We provide high quality service and pride ourselves on our open communication practices.

Our hourly rate is $26 per hour. Our special project rate, including sprinkler repairs, is $30. We offer convenient payment terms of 2/10 net 30.

If there are minor sprinkler repairs that are needed, most of them are also included (no charge). We accomplish this by providing an allowance for sprinkler heads, drip emitters, shrub heads, and repairs to lateral lines and drip lines. The only sprinkler issues that we would have to charge for would be main line repairs, valves & timers. And we always get these pre approved by our customers.

We will strive to keep your landscape safe, clean and beautiful. At the same time keeping your costs as low as possible.

We meet or exceed the highest insurance standards, with $2,000,000 business liability, $1,000,000 commercial auto, and $1,000,000 workman's comp. And we can list you (the customer) as additional insured at no extra charge.

We can Help!  Please contact us at; Sales: 623-848-8277 We serve the entire Phoenix Metro Area.

Presented by:
Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net

Look For Sprinkler Damage From Frost and Freezing

Well it feels a lot more like Arizona for the last week.  Don’t let that week of freezing night time temperature become just a distant memory.  Your sprinkler system should be checked and tested.  It may not have gotten through that week without damage.

You will want to run the system and look for heads that aren’t working correctly and look for cracks or breaks upstream from heads that aren’t running at all or with diminished flow.  If you have a drip system you want to measure the drip output for proper flow.  Look for loops that have little to no flow.

If your commercial property has damage or you would like us to check your system give Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC at call. 

At Greens Keeper Landscape we want you to know how to take care of your property.  If you don’t want the headache of landscape maintenance we take care of your landscape for you.  To find out how we can help just give us a call at 623-848-8277.

Greens Keeper is a service oriented family owned business specializing in commercial landscape maintenance. 

While our normal hours of operations are from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM we offer 24/7 service and Storm Damage Clean-up as needed by our customers.

We keep our overhead low and pass the savings on to our customers. We provide high quality service and pride ourselves on our open communication practices.

Our hourly rate is $26 per hour. Our special project rate, including sprinkler repairs, is $30. We offer convenient payment terms of 2/10 net 30.

If there are minor sprinkler repairs that are needed, most of them are also included (no charge). We accomplish this by providing an allowance for sprinkler heads, drip emitters, shrub heads, and repairs to lateral lines and drip lines. The only sprinkler issues that we would have to charge for would be main line repairs, valves & timers. And we always get these pre approved by our customers.

We will strive to keep your landscape safe, clean and beautiful. At the same time keeping your costs as low as possible.

We meet or exceed the highest insurance standards, with $2,000,000 business liability, $1,000,000 commercial auto, and $1,000,000 workman's comp. And we can list you (the customer) as additional insured at no extra charge.

We can Help!  Please contact us at; Sales: 623-848-8277 We serve the entire Phoenix Metro Area.

Presented by:
Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
greenskeeperllc@cox.net