Landscape - At Home

Each season brings with it significant changes to landscape care. To assist you with your home landscaping - and to better understand the landscape care of Verrado's common areas - DLC Resources, Inc., has compiled a number of landscape articles organized by season.

Year Round Tree

Year Round:

  • Water Management: Conserve water throughout the year! This article has great tips and recommended watering schedules.
  • Tree Staking: This article has an easy step-by-step guide that will help your trees grow strong and healthy.
  • Uncapped Emitters: Have you ever seen an irrigation drip tube running without a plant to water? Read this article to learn more about the challenges we face with the irrigation system and possibly solutions.
  • Saltcedar: Tamarisk, better known as Saltcedar, is an extremely invasive foreign plant that causes damage in several ways. Read this article to find out more.
  • Weed Control: There are many product options that can help rid your lawn of weeds. We have a few suggestions to advise you on what to use when.
  • Desert Broom: A tenacious weed is taking advantage of the growth we are seeing around the Valley. Read how to spot and remove the Desert Broom in this article.
  • Acacia Salicina: The Acacia salicina, also known as the Willow acacia, is very common throughout The Valley. Here are some guidelines to help ensure it grows successfully.
  • Proper Pruning: Before you prune your trees it is important to understand the reasons and best practices for proper pruning.
  • Topping vs Pruning: Many arborists say "topping" is the worst thing you can do to a tree. Find out what it is and why it is so bad for your tree in this article.
  • Care for Young Trees: Now that your young tree has been planted and staked properly, you are left with the responsibility of caring for it. This article will guide you through the process.
  • Citrus Trees: It is not easy keeping your citrus happy! It is very important for citrus trees to receive the right amount of water and the right kind of nutrients.changes in the common area landscape.