Take Action Now: Prepare Your Drainage Systems Before the Rains Return Too much of a good thing: That’s exactly what stormwater can become on your commercial property, especially if it’s not properly managed. Now, during this dry spell, is the perfect time to inspect and maintain your drainage systems to prevent costly problems when the rains return. Here are some key reasons why addressing drainage issues now is crucial for your Atlanta property. Risks of Poor Drainage Even minor drainage issues can escalate into major problems, so early identification and resolution are vital. The longer you ..read more

No one likes to stay inside an office all day when there’s beautiful weather outdoors. This summer is proving to be a real scorcher. Once fall approaches in the Atlanta area, tenants and employees will want to get out and enjoy the cooler temperatures. You can provide the perfect outdoor space for relaxation by installing a patio at your office building. Not only will it boost morale and keep people on-site, but the patio can also become a meeting spot and enhance the curb appeal of your property. This outdoor space can be a significant selling point for those who enjoy a change of scenery dur ..read more

You’ve probably seen how lighting can enhance properties in and around Atlanta, highlighting the architecture and landscape. Commercial landscape lighting systems can really bring your Atlanta property to life at night. But beyond making your building and landscape visually appealing, you also want your lighting to serve a purpose. It can make the property safer at night for visitors or tenants to walk around the grounds. But will landscape lighting also improve security? Here’s a look at how commercial landscape lighting will improve the security on your Atlanta property as well as where to i ..read more

As a property manager, your actions can significantly impact your tenants. Whether you’re dealing with budget-related issues, vendors, property changes, tenant build-outs, or simply interacting with them on a daily basis, your decisions reflect on you and your company. Here are some common tenant issues and ways HighGrove can help you address them: Landscape Enhancements Or Improvements HighGrove is a full-service commercial landscaping company. Unlike many landscape companies in Atlanta, we offer much more than just landscape design. We also do landscape maintenance, irrigation, retentio ..read more

Your commercial property is extremely visible during the daylight hours. Signage is easy to read. Turf glimmers with fresh morning dew. Plants are healthy and green with touches of fall blooms. In the sunlight, your property shines.  However, you might have noticed those daylight hours do not stay for long. As evening approaches visibility isn’t as clear, and visitors are left scrambling to their cars or designated areas.  So, how can additional hours of light help your Atlanta commercial property? For starters, it adds an extra security feature. This reassures employees and tenants ..read more

Irrigation systems are a must for Atlanta landscapes. They take the guesswork out of irrigation schedules and help your turf and plants get the right amount of water. But do you want to make your system even more efficient? To take your commercial landscape’s system to another level, consider adding cost-efficient upgrade components. Here’s a look at the options, benefits, and costs of upgrading your commercial irrigation system. What Are the Best Irrigation Add-Ons? You can incorporate a range of system upgrades on your property, such as smart controllers, soil moisture sensors, and rain shut ..read more

Fall is a wonderful and hectic time of year. Summer has wound down, children are into their busy school schedules, and the leaves on the trees are changing color as the temperatures cool. Beautiful fall colors in the form of pansies and violas mixed with colorful kale are bursting from Atlanta commercial landscape beds. These changes have been happening all around us so quickly, but they’ve now settled. Fall is feeling like it’s finally—officially—here. But don’t let all this magnificent color distract you from the tasks at hand. While fall may seem like the time to take a break after the busy ..read more

A recent survey done by Kingsley Associates asked multi-family residents what they think about outdoor amenities in their apartment communities. While different types of outdoor amenities vary between low-rise suburban to high-rise urban settings, all residents seem to enjoy and seek out communal outdoor spaces that foster social interaction. The study showed that one of the most desirable outdoor amenities is ornamental green spaces. Gardens Are Quiet Mental Retreats Garden areas, whether rooftop or courtyard-style areas, are in high demand. They are a quiet retreat for today’s student or bu ..read more

Lawsuit is the last word a retail property owner wants to hear. But the variables on your site — especially after dark — can increase liability when the landscape is not properly maintained. Low brush can block views, and damaged hardscape and curbs are trip hazards. Come winter, snow and ice introduce a litany of potential slip-and-fall scenarios. Even in plain view during the day, common landscape trouble areas can cause problems. The good news is, there are some basic enhancements that can increase nighttime safety and improve how your retail property functions. Here are common nighttime l ..read more

Last month I met with a property manager here in Atlanta who had reservations about adding seasonal color to her property. The property is quite mature with shaded flowerbeds and, in the past, other commercial landscaping contractors had not been very creative with their seasonal color displays. Since past contractors struggled with what shade-loving plants to use in these flowerbeds, she asked me, somewhat hesitantly, what HighGrove would do differently with her seasonal color. This is a question we are often asked at HighGrove because we understand the struggle in having shaded flowerbeds bu ..read more