Before and After

One of our favorite things about our job is to see the beautiful landscape transformations.  Here are some before and after shots of a recent project that was designed by Preferred's designer, Robert Watson. 

 

Testimonial Tuesday

Here is what a few of our customers have said recently of Preferred Tree Care:

 

"Preferred has been caring for our oak trees for the last 5 years.  Because of the care, they stand out as some of the most beautiful trees in the neighborhood"     ~Randy and Denise Surratt

 

"Chris was able to show up an hour early which was great.  Chris is a very polite and professional young man who made our tree problem disappear without hesitation.  We have recommeneded your company for 4 years now to our firends and neighbors"               ~ Ron Wallace Jr.

Gearing up for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

La Cantera is gearing up again for Breast Cancer Awareness month by dedicating a pink tree to the cause.  Preferred has adorned the tree with pink LED lights that will be displayed throughout the month of October.

 

Surviving the Drought: Autumn Action Plan

The drought conditions are expected to continue and this fall is the perfect time to get your landscape in order.  The following are ways you can get your yard repaired and prepared for the continuing drought:

• Install Drip Irrigation
• Consider Smart Controller
• Turf replacement and underlying infastructure
• Deep root fertilization of trees
• Modify landscape to reduce turf area
• Install new landscape prior to spring

If you would like Preferred to consult with you on the right action plan for your yard, please give us a call at 657-7737

Freshen up for Fall!

It doesn't seem possible with these triple digit temperatures but fall is right around the corner.  We are currently scheduling our customers for fall refresh projects to give your landscape new life for the fall and prepare for cooler temperatures. 

Now is the right time to do the following:

• Add mulch to the landscape beds
• Compost on turf
• Replace plants that have died over the summer
• Add seasonal annuals to your beds and pots

If you want to freshen up for the fall, give us a call- 657-7737

How is your grass doing?

I bet your grass is not looking very good right now?  It is a safe bet with the extreme drought conditions we have experienced this year in San Antonio and the water restrictions that have been placed on homeowners. 

However, there is an amazing new technology that will allow you to have green grass during the next drought and will save you money on your water bills.  It is a new underground drip irrigation system for your lawns.  This is easiest done when you are installing a new lawn but it can be done on an existing lawn.

Here is how it works - Tubing is trenched about 3"-4" below the grass surface and covered over with sod.  When the system comes on, the grass roots are watered -which is the only part of the grass that needs the water.  Drip irrigation is the world's most efficient type of irrigation and subsurface drip is especially so because it is unaffected by wind and evaporation resulting in 70% less water use than conventional overhead sprinklers.

Pretty Amazing - Save Water and Money and have green grass all year long!

Fall Fest Information...

Save the Date!

Preferred Landscape and Lighting

presents

Fall Fest and Turkey Drive

October 20, 2011

5:30 - 7:30

This event is to benefit the San Antonio Food Bank