In recently landscaped properties, it is commonplace for the newly planted trees to be staked. Yet, often trees that are several years old still have strapping on them. No tree that has been staked for more than a year should remain staked. Should trees be staked
To Our Valued Customers, The spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) is on all of our minds and in the news. Not only do we have a responsibility to “create extraordinary outdoor spaces” for our clients, we also take very seriously the safety of our people and our
By: Tim Sloan and Joe Feather, Woodlake Outdoor Everyone agrees that plants, especially turf grasses, benefit from the regular application of supplemental fertilizers. Understanding when to supplement and when not to supplement plant fertilizers is a growing challenge. Start at the Beginning Attractive trees and shrubs are important
By: Tim Sloan and Paul Clute, Woodlake Outdoor Creating and maintaining landscapes of lasting beauty and natural elegance begins in these winter months. Dormant plant care, including proper cutbacks and mulch application, will help ensure landscape health and vitality in the upcoming growing season – and
by Mark Richards, Woodlake Outdoor You probably drive by businesses and corporate campuses every day; however most don’t grab your attention. But there are the exceptions, the landscapes that take your breath away. Engaging. Spectacular. Memorable. Superior properties are the result of an established team of
Soil preparation for planting beds is very labor-intensive and can be expensive, but it is a necessity in most regions of Texas. The reason to go to the trouble is to add more organic material, aerate the soil, reduce alkaline pH to closer to neutral
When thinking about maintaining something — a property or a partnership — you might think about preserving the status quo or ensuring things stay roughly the same. Not lagging behind, but not progressing either. That’s the complete opposite of our philosophy as a landscape maintenance provider.
