From planning, and maintaining, to turf, plants and hardscapes, commercial landscaping is made up of many elements and includes a variety of tasks. Some of which we might not even know to be associated with commercial landscaping.
Oribi Instant Lawns, forms part of a group of companies known as the Arbor-care Group. The Arbor-care group is made up of companies that are able to assist in the following areas: agriculture, landscaping, forestry and consulting. The interconnectivity of these companies allows us to offer a seamless service to our clients.
To simplify the concept of commercial landscaping, we have categorised it into four key components. From these defined elements, examples and service providers, the entire process of commercial landscaping becomes clearer.
Planning
Any successful project rests on good planning. If you are undertaking a landscape project, from start to finish, your commercial landscaper will be able to help you plan. Ensuring that your project a.) is beautifully landscaped, b.) achieves the desired results and c.) is within budget.
An element of the planning portion of landscaping and agriculture may include land-use planning, which helps you identify what to plant and where to plant it. A land-use plan is designed to ensure the most effective use of the land after a thorough process of assessment of several factors.
Design
Once a plan is in place, a commercial landscaper will be able to design stunning landscapes that align with the plans. Just like other creative tasks, a landscape design follows principles of design which include: colour, line, texture and form.
Does this include turf? We know that turf grass may seem like a “copy and paste” element of landscape design, however, it is actually an important element of landscapes, and we’ll tell you why.
In some instances, turf grass might be required to solve a specific problem. For example, a common problem may be soil erosion. Other instances may warrant the use of turf grass as a design element or the use may be part of a bigger, more cost-effective, plan.
If you are in need of commercial landscape design services, we can help you through our sister company, Idube Landscaping. Idube Landscaping makes use of water-wise principles and native plants to ensure a low-maintenance solution for clients that can withstand the South African climate.
Installation/construction
Now for the exciting part! After hours of planning and design, we can finally install or construct your ideal outdoor space. Because of our group relations, and supplier network, all the elements of your new commercial landscape can be easily sourced.
Oribi Instant Lawns and Thornhill Indigenous Nursery (Arbor-care’s in-house nursery) are able to supply your landscaping company with turf grass and a large variety of indigenous plants.
Idube Landscaping are known in the industry for many prominent projects which make up their portfolio, as well as a number of award-winning landscape designs and installations.
Maintenance
The last and ongoing function of a commercial landscaper is to provide maintenance services. Clients are given the choice between monthly or seasonal maintenance. Depending on your specific requirements this can include things like weeding, mowing and pest control, all the way through to plant replacement.
Even turf grass requires special attention and correct maintenance to thrive. Learn the characteristics of the different grass varieties and what each requires from a maintenance perspective.
Regular maintenance services are available through landscaping companies, like Idube Landscaping.
Conclusion
Attractive, well-maintained landscapes present a professional image to clients and other visitors to your property. If you are a commercial property owner, investing in your landscape can offer a range of benefits. Including a positive working environment for tenants and potentially higher rental rates.