Greenscape Design Blog

When you run a homeowner's association, there are many variables to keep track of and balance such as making sure residents are following regulations, common areas are maintained, and more. 

Streamlining your HOA landscape processes is one way to reduce the day-to-day worries of being on an HOA board. If you're in Palm Beach, Jupiter, Manalapan, and surrounding Florida areas, learn how you can save on landscape cost and streamline the process.

Group All Landscape Services with One Company

HOAs need lawn mowing, trimming, annual flower planting, and many more landscape services. Instead of using multiple companies for these services, consider hiring one that can provide each service. This can help cut your costs and reduce the time spent dealing with landscapers. A landscape maintenance professional can maintain landscaping, check irrigation systems, fertilize the lawn, examine for weed control issues, and so much more. 

Also, using one company gives you a crew that knows the property well and will be able to address any problems such as lawn disease or plant disease. Plant installations will be done properly, and a...

At Greenscape Design, we've been installing landscaping since the 1980s, so we've seen several landscape design mistakes that we've had to work to correct in Palm Beach, Jupiter, Manalapan, and nearby Florida areas.

Learn about these common landscaping design mistakes and our recommendations on how to avoid them at your residential or commercial property.

1. Choosing Too Many Plant Colors for Your Landscaping

It's easy to head to the store, see all the beautiful flowers, and think that you need them all. But have you ever heard the phrase "too much of a good thing"? It definitely applies in this case. Too much color can actually end up being overwhelming and can look as though your landscaping was haphazardly planted. Instead, it's best to choose a palette of colors, such as blue, silver, and purple or light pink, golden, and white.

2. Starting a Landscape Project Before Setting a Budget

Planning a landscape project has many steps, but one of the most important is knowing how much you can reasonably spend on a project. Hardscapes such as large patios, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and more are beautiful but can...