Landscape Escape practices IPM (Integrated Pest Management) to successfully prevent unacceptable pest damage with the most economical means and least hazardous consequence to the environment. IPM is the philosophy and systematic approach of various strategies for plant protection while optimizing environmental, economic, and sociological impact.
IPM incorporates ecological principals including:
Proper plant selection and placement
Host plant resistance
Cultural practices
Landscape Escape incorporates IPM through
Long term landscape planning
Landscape monitoring
Proper diagnosis, notifications, and recommendations
Consistent maintenance and management schedule
Some of the specific practices you will see Landscape Escape practice for your turf and ornamentals include:
Proper mow height for turf -prevents weeds and disease
Mulching mowers -for additional nutritional value
Native/ well adapted plant selection
Reduce competition of adjacent plantings
Early detection and prevention minimize pest and weed damage
Landscape Escape is part of the local 'IPM Network of Professionals' who work together to promote environmentally responsible landscapes. Chances are that if you have a landscape concern we have an IPM solution.
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