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Earthworks is always active in the communities of commercial landscapers and commercial property owners and managers. Below are articles that mention us or we have contributed to directly.

Navigating Summertime Irrigation Challenges

When summer heat is in full swing and the weather becomes hot and dry, irrigation issues are bound to pop up. If plants aren’t getting proper water, they can quickly develop heat stress and die off in as little as a week. Signs of Irrigation Issues Our...

Water Conservation and the Tiered System

Is your property’s water bill increasing despite your water saving initiatives? North Texas has a finite supply of water, and the greatest impact to this supply is a rapidly growing population. Some experts believe the growth North Texas is on pace to...

The Challenge of Achieving the Perfect Landscape in Multifamily

Well before weeds first germinate, the battle for control of turfs across multifamily communities begins. It used to be that a couple of good shots of weed killer earned the upper hand pretty quickly for maintaining an immaculate landscape in multifamily....

Be Seen in Green: The Future of Drought-Tolerant Grass

Preservation of natural resources remains a big topic in multifamily, enough that discussions about reducing energy and utility use typically fill a session or two at education conferences. Not long ago, an industry executive mentioned her company was...

Simple Strategies to Protect your Plants from Heat Stress

As summer temps soar, plants can take a beating. Heat stress is a condition that happens when temperatures are hot over an extended period of time. The perpetual daytime highs, combined with hot summer nights, can cause irreversible damage to your plants....

Outdoor Living Spaces: An Essential Landscape Design Feature

Getting outdoors has a host of benefits, from naturally boosting energy to mitigating pain. And research shows that outdoor living areas are among the top amenities residents look for when choosing an apartment community. This is why EarthWorks offers more...

Irrigation and Water Conservation for Commercial Properties

There are approximately 6.8 million people in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, and that number is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. This means natural resources like water will become even more scarce - and even more expensiveEarthWorks...

Save Money and Increase Your Property’s Value with Xeriscaping

It’s no secret that water costs are rising, especially in metropolitan areas with limited water supply. EarthWorkswas an early adopter of xeriscaping in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and we continue to lead the way in xeriscape design. Xeriscaping can...

Dealing with Dallisgrass

Springtime brings a host of colorful flowers, green grasses, and blossoming trees… and weeds. These persistent pests can be spotted springing up between cracks in the sidewalk, taking over flower beds, and pushing their way into beautifully manicured...

Tips for Controlling Bugs and Plant Disease

The bees are buzzing, flowers are blooming, and the mercury is inching higher on the thermometer. Spring has arrived! Here are simple, proactive steps you can take to keep your property looking its best during the spring and summer months. Proper...

Add Value and Beauty with a Third Color Change

Traditionally, commercial properties plan seasonal two color changes per year for their landscaping. The first typically happens in May and the second in November, requiring annual plants to maintain peak color through the scorching heat of summer and the...

Earthworks and Weathermatic give back by providing clean drinking water to those in need

As part of our partnership with Weathermatic, we help conserve water with smart irrigation. In addition we have teamed up in what we call Save Water | Give Life initiative to provide clean drinking water to a community in need. With every Weathermatic...

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