by greenacres | Jul 6, 2021 | Blog, Irrigation
With the extreme heat coming and going this summer (115 degrees in late June!?), your plants need extra care to survive the heatwave. Whether you are growing vegetables, a flower garden, or even some indoor plants, check out the tips below to salvage your burned and stressed plants and protect them from future damage. Signs that your plant has been overexposed to the sunlight include dark or...
by greenacres | Jun 28, 2021 | Blog, Tips
As the summertime weather begins heating up, you may be opting to spend more time outside. The fresh air and nature is good for you, and it’s good for your pup too! If you are planning on gardening this summer, here are a few tips to ensure you are creating a pet-friendly garden. Dogs can be curious and excited, and often they eat things they are not supposed to. There are actually a...
by greenacres | Jun 16, 2021 | Blog
Heavy rains in mid-June are welcome but are still not enough to relieve the valley of drought conditions. This was a record dry April in Oregon, with its western portion receiving only a quarter of its expected soaking. With drier conditions and a limited water supply, fostering a lush lawn and thriving garden takes extra care. Here are a few tips to be the best steward of your water. Your lawn:...
by greenacres | Jun 8, 2021 | Blog, News
(Salem, Oregon – June 5, 2021) Green Acres Landscape Inc. is ranked #2 in Oregon as the Best Green Workplace by Oregon Business, a news source, and magazine. This is the 13th consecutive year that the magazine recognized the company for sustainable practices. “Ranking #2 on the 100 Best Green Companies list exemplifies the work our staff and company continually do to lead by example...
by greenacres | May 26, 2021 | Blog
By Bonique Hollinrake, Project Manager Sustainable gardening is “the concept of using gardening practices that cause no harm to the earth and its inhabitants while attempting to actually enhance it.” While it would make sense for most people to want a sustainable garden, it might be more difficult than you think. As you ramp up your gardening efforts, put a few of these practices in place to...
