Signature Landscape Services, Inc. newest company to join EnviroStars network

Commercial property owners now have a certified landscape company that offers a sustainable landscape maintenance program.

Based in Redmond, Signature Landscape Services, Inc., offers commercial clients something new for their landscape maintenance: pragmatic experience working with the Northwest environment to create sustainable landscapes.

A sustainable landscape builds on and supports natural assets for healthier plants and spaces for people. Signature Landscape Services has reduced chemical and fertilizer use by evaluating the unique soil, water and plant requirements of each site.

Familiarity with their client’s properties keeps the company ahead of weeding or fertilizing problems by using soil and plant friendly mulches or compost to nip their chemical usage in the bud.

The company has recognized a growing demand for greener landscaping services that protect natural resources and is providing clients new sustainable maintenance options. Descriptions of the options are at www.signaturels.com (external link), or call 425-868-5885. The company’s maintenance experts suggest sustainable practices that include:

• A soil analysis for a customized fertilization program for turf and shrubs.
• Aerating turf annually in the spring and, depending on fertility needs, adding a top dressing of organic matter.
• Protecting plants and landscape beds with mulch to retain moisture and insulate roots. Organic mulches add nutrients and promote healthy soil.
• A water audit and upgrades of older, inefficient irrigation systems that will save water and money.

This careful, yet practical, consideration given to their garden chemical use has earned this new member a three-star EnviroStars rating, and staff are shooting for all five stars.

The company has reduced their chemical stocks and purchasing using a centralized inventory for the three company locations, and employees already use chemicals sparingly for weeds. They also compost green waste to provide a high quality source of soil amendments and mulch and to reduce waste.

As an EnviroStars member, Signature Landscapes Services, Inc., has joined a growing list of landscape related certified businesses. There are over 600 companies offering a variety of services from car repair, dentists, printers and veterinarians; a great way to take care of business while supporting environmentally sound businesses.

EnviroStars are given a two- to five- star rating (external link), based on their commitment to reducing hazardous materials. Consumers who want to shop at environmentally responsible businesses can look for the EnviroStars decal, or find a business at www.envirostars.org (external link) or by calling 1-877-220-7827 (STAR).

The nationally recognized EnviroStars Program certifies businesses for reducing, recycling and properly managing hazardous waste. The program was created by the Local Hazardous Waste Management Program in King County, Washington in 1995 and has expanded to include five counties in the Puget Sound region. Information is available at http://www.envirostars.com/ (external link).

Related Information:

Sustainable Building

Local Hazardous Waste Management Program in King County

Northwest Yard and Garden