Archive for the ‘Landscaping’ Category

Maintenance of Homeowner Trees

Posted on: June 24th, 2025

Over 20 years has passed since owners may have first planted trees in their front, size or back yards. In some cases, these trees have grown very large and may be causing or could cause problems for the owners and neighbors. This is a reminder that owners need to follow the Architectural Standards that outline […]

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Landscape Maintenance – Architectural Standards

Posted on: April 22nd, 2025

As the community matures it is  important to understand the landscaping maintenance standards that are expected to be followed by all homeowners in Encinitas Ranch. Keeping your landscaping healthy and with an attractive appearance not only helps with your own home values but also all other homes. In addition to reviewing architectural applications, the Architectural […]

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Landscaping tips and hints

Posted on: April 22nd, 2025

Quit overplanting your beds! “One element to existing landscapes that we are often tasked with correcting is overcrowded foundation plantings and overgrown shrub borders,” says Adam Millhouse. “These existing conditions probably looked good on ‘day one’, but five to ten years later, the home is engulfed in plants and surrounding landscaped areas are unmanageable.” Adam […]

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Annual tree trimming work completed and tree treatments underway

Posted on: March 24th, 2025

The annual tree trimming work has been completed for 2025 by Enhanced Arbor Management. For select species of trees the arborist and their crew may return for some additional tree trimming later this year. At the same time several species of trees are being treated for various problems. The large canary palm at the entrance […]

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Annual Tree Trimming Work to start in January 2025

Posted on: December 30th, 2024

The annual tree trimming work will start in January and will last approximately three to four weeks. The contract for tree trimming was finalized in the past few months after an extensive analysis of tree trimming companies including costs and experience. The board decided after lengthy debate to let the contract with Enhanced Arbor Management. […]

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Paseo de las Verdes – Canary Palm Trees

Posted on: November 11th, 2024

Several weeks ago the city notified us that two of the three large canary palms at the entrance to our community on Paseo de las Verdes are infested with the palm weevil. These three trees are owned and maintained by the city. At least two of the three will die. We explored treating them ourselves […]

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