by kdowell | Feb 10, 2026 | Best Practices
Why Irrigation Activation in Western Washington Starts Earlier Than Most Property Managers Expect Commercial irrigation activation typically begins around March 15 throughout the Puget Sound region, including Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Everett, and the surrounding...
by kdowell | Jan 15, 2026 | Best Practices
Spring planting is the smartest way to refresh commercial flower beds and shrubs in the Pacific Northwest. Cooler temperatures, natural rainfall, and active root growth allow plants to establish with less stress, fewer replacements, and better long-term performance....
by kdowell | Dec 17, 2025 | Best Practices
Mulching in February and March is one of the most effective ways to set your landscape up for a successful spring. When mulch goes down early, before weeds begin to germinate and before plants start pushing new growth, it becomes a foundational part of your...
by kdowell | Nov 10, 2025 | Best Practices
What Is Dormant Pruning Dormant pruning is one of the most powerful ways to keep your landscape thriving year after year. It’s performed during the plant’s “sleeping” season, typically January and February in the Pacific Northwest, when trees and shrubs are no longer...
by kdowell | Oct 31, 2025 | Best Practices
What Are the Top Sustainable Landscaping Trends for 2026 in the Pacific Northwest? The biggest landscaping trends for 2026 in Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, and throughout the Pacific Northwest focus on smarter technology, lower-impact lawns, edible gardens, and design...
by kdowell | Sep 10, 2025 | Best Practices
The commercial landscaping industry has a dirty little secret: most properties are designed to look impressive at installation, not to function efficiently over time. At Avid Landscape, we’re challenging this outdated approach with a principle that’s both...
