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San Francisco Landmark Tree: Sambucus Mexicana

a.k.a Mexican or Blue Elderberry

Location: Bernal Heights Natural Area

Sambucus mexicana is a subspecies of the very well-known Sambucus nigra, commonly known as Elder or Elderberry, from the...

How To Follow Up With a Customer

Following up with a customer is essential for good relationships with your client base.

Here are some tips and tricks for doing it well!

Create E-mails That Your Customer Will Actually Read

Many times, people will...

Keeping Critters Out of Your Backyard Pond: What to Expect

If you have a backyard that includes a water feature, its important to know how to control any potential pests surrounding the area.

While you may be used to typical backyard critters...

Pest of the Month: Fall Webworms

Pests can be a huge, damaging or aesthetic issue for the trees in your backyard. To ensure that you are informed about the dangers that could be lurking around your landscaping greenery, we are going to be...

What Should You Plant in Your Rock Garden?

If you are someone who is really interested in hardscaping and the idea of having a rock garden , we are here to help you find the best plants for it.

There are quite a few beautiful plants that will...

Signs That You Should Prune Your Trees

We have discussed the importance of pruning your trees previously, but how will you know when your trees will need it throughout the year?

Let’s discuss the signs you should look out for on your trees that...

A Guide to Properly Watering Your Trees

Now that the hot days of summer are here and rain is lacking, you are going to need to supplement the water that your trees receive.

What’s the best method for watering your trees ? How much should you...

Wildlife in Urban Forests

While working in the canopy of trees, arborists encounter many types of surprises. The most exciting, and potentially dangerous, of these involve wildlife. Trees are a major part of most ecosystems on earth and...

How to Choose the Right Landscaping Contractor

Stuck on trying to choose the best landscaping contractor for your backyard? Let Homescape Now help!

We are going to be sharing our top tips for choosing the best landscaper for the job. It can be...