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Water is Important for Your Garden
Did you know that every plant in your garden beds and each blade of grass on your lawn contains at […]
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Controller Programming
Installing, navigating and maintaining an irrigation controller can be a job all in itself. I receive dozens of phone calls […]
cmgroup
Jun 12, 2026
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What Is the Most Efficient Irrigation Method?
Water costs are up. Drought restrictions are tightening. And if you’re managing a commercial property or HOA landscape in California’s […]
Holly Petherbridge
Jun 12, 2026
drought tolerant landscape
Why Water Management Services Are No Longer Optional on California’s Central Coast in Watsonville, CA, and the Surrounding Areas
Hiring a commercial landscaping company is not about checking a maintenance box. It is about keeping appearances consistent across busy weeks,...
Bryan Cabello
Jun 12, 2026
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Reduce your water bill with conscious landscaping
Santa Cruz’s wet season wasn’t very wet at all. In fact, we are coming off of the driest wet season […]
cmgroup
Jun 12, 2026
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Fixing Irrigation Pipe Leaks: When to Call an Expert
Irrigation leaks are often silent but expensive. Thousands of gallons of water can disappear underground every month without leaving a […]
Holly Petherbridge
Jun 12, 2026
eco-friendly
Craft an Edible Garden Design with 4 Secrets from an Experienced Landscape Professional
In this article, we will explore the secrets to crafting an edible garden design that will not only be aesthetically […]
cmgroup
Jun 12, 2026
Why You Should Become A Disruptive Successor
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cmgroup
Jun 12, 2026
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Water Conservation
Water Conservation November 8 2016 We all want to conserve our most precious natural resource, WATER. As a Landscape […]
Justin White
Jun 12, 2026
Landscape Construction
Landscape Lighting Types: Choosing the Right Look for Your Home
Outdoor living spaces are becoming necessary in upscale residential areas throughout California’s Central Coast. A well-designed outdoor space offers...
Briana Johnson
Jun 12, 2026