by greenacres | Jul 29, 2021 | Blog
It’s halfway through the summer, so by now you’ve probably exhausted all of the park and fun outdoor options here in town. If you have kiddos, their restlessness may be driving you crazy day in and day out. Or, your kids might be opting to sit inside and play video games all day and you may be finding it hard to get them outdoors. Well, we have a solution for you! Involving your kids in your...
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 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 | 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...
by greenacres | May 5, 2021 | Blog
This article was originally published in Turf Magazine. As anyone in landscaping knows, finding, hiring, and retaining quality employees are among the biggest challenges in the industry. So when results of a confidential employee survey earned Green Acres Landscape in Salem, OR a designation as one of the ““100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon” it was noteworthy. What’s their secret to...
