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September 2012 Edition

 

Featured Property
Video Connection
September Check List
Learning Moment
Sustainable Solutions
Recognition of Achievement
Safety Award
Service Request
Enhancement Division
About Crystal Greens

Featured Property of the Month

 Bridgeport Health Center

Managed by Providence Property Management

Visit this property at 18040 SW Lower Boones Ferry Rd, Tigard, OR 97224



The Relationship
The Relationship

 


September Check List

Irrigation System Adjustments & Repairs

Gear Up for Leaf Season

Pressure Washing

Field Mowing

Core Aeration & Lime Application

Monitor for Plant Health, Insects & Plant Disease  

Prepare Snow & Ice Service Agreements


Learning Moment 
How to Save Money on the Water Bill
Hunter's MP Rotator
Up to 30% water savings!


Sustainable Solution - Bioswales

    A bioswale is a vegetated depression that treats stormwater run-off from nearby surfaces such as roads and rooftops. Although similar in appearance to a ditch, a bioswale differs in that it is designed to convey water at a slow speed. Slowing the water enables some of it to infiltrate into the ground, and it also allows solids (dirt and pollutants) to settle out of water that does not infiltrate. Through infiltration and settling of solids, a bioswale helps improve the quality of storm water before it enters nearby streams.

 

     The water's flow path, along with the wide and shallow ditch, is designed to maximize the time water spends in the swale, which aids the trapping of pollutants and silt. Depending upon the geometry of land available, a bioswale may have a meandering or almost straight channel alignment. Biological factors also contribute to the breakdown of certain pollutants.

     

     A common application is around parking lots, where substantial automotive pollution is collected by the paving and then flushed by rain. The bioswale, or other type of biofilter, wraps around the parking lot and treats the runoff before releasing it to the watershed or storm sewer.

     

Crystal Greens Landscape recognizes the importance of environmentally friendly practices and we will continue to take all necessary measures to establish the most eco-conscious and sustainable properties.

 



Pat Murphy Named PLANET Trailblazer! 

 

Pat Murphy, CEO

Press Release: Clackamas, Oregon, 8/7/12 - Local businessperson, Pat Murphy, was recently named to the elite status of Trailblazer by the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET). Murphy is the owner and CEO of Crystal Greens Landscape, Inc. in Clackamas.

 

Trailblazers are a select group of individuals nominated by their peers as dedicated professionals who have made significant and long-term contributions to the green industry. The program was launched in 2002 to recognize industry leaders and to share their wealth of knowledge with PLANET members. Murphy is one of only 90 Trailblazers.

 

Pat Murphy founded Crystal Greens Landscape, Inc. in 1990 with an emphasis on professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to go above and beyond meeting the needs of his customers. Murphy's passion for service and unwavering commitment to quality has allowed the company to maintain a steady path of growth throughout the last 23 years. All the while Murphy has stayed active in his community, coached his children's athletic teams, mentored youth groups, and established a family both at Crystal Greens Landscape and at home.

 

Crystal Greens Landscape has grown to include over 200 maintenance clients, a thriving projects & enhancement division, a snow & ice department, more than 50 full time employees, 31 trucks, and two branch locations. Crystal Greens Landscape has solidified its place as a leader in the landscape industry with the expertise needed to develop and maintain beautiful, sustainable and functional commercial landscapes.

 

Since its inception, the Trailblazer Program has received rave reviews from the PLANET-member companies that have benefited from a day of mentoring by a Trailblazer. One company owner stated, "I can't think of a better benefit to members than to sign up for the Trailblazer program. To get the expertise and wisdom from someone in your own industry is fantastic. Thank you PLANET for this opportunity!"

 

For more information on the Trailblazer program and the mentoring opportunities it offers, contact Gail Rogers, (800) 395-2522 or visit the PLANET Web site,LandcareNetwork.org.

 

PLANET represents approximately 3,500 green industry service provider companies and suppliers nationwide that specialize in design/build/installation, interior plantscaping, landscape management, and lawn care.  These firms and their employees represent more than 100,000 green industry professionals. For more information, call PLANET at (800) 395-2522 or visit LandcareNetwork.org.   



Safety Achievement Award

 

     Press Release: Clackamas, Oregon, 8/17/12 - Crystal Greens Landscape, Inc. announced today that it was recently awarded an Overall Safety Achievement Award from the Professional Landcare network (PLANET.) 

 

     The award, part of PLANET's annual Safety Recognition Awards Program and sponsored by CNA, honors those companies with thorough, high-performing safety programs that create and maintain safe work environments in the green industry. It is designed to reward green industry companies that consistently demonstrate their commitment to safety.

     

Crystal Greens Landscape was evaluated on number of accidents, number of days that employees were away from work, and number of employee injuries and illnesses. In addition, a checklist was used to rate the company's complete safety program.

    

 "We have enjoyed steady growth as a company for over twenty years, and our success would not be possible without a commitment to safety," said Pat Murphy, founder and CEO of Crystal Greens Landscape, Inc. "this award is attributed to our consistent, thorough, high-performing safety program."


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Enhancement Division
Projects - Design - Build - Install - Renovate  

As a full service company, we have an entire division dedicated to property enhancement. We are passionate about the continual development and improvement of each property under our care. Our enhancement managers provide budget letters for our clients. Our budget letters have become an excellent tool for itemizing enhancement recommendations. Our goal is to provide the most innovative solutions, whether its curb appeal, functionality, property efficiency, or sustainable solutions. 

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Making Your Landscape A Showplace! 

 

Established in 1990, Crystal Greens Landscape, Inc. is a recognized leader of landscape maintenance and enhancement services of commercial properties in the Greater Portland and Vancouver Areas.  

 

       

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 P.O. Box 568 
11627 SE Capps Road
Clackamas, OR 97015
 
Phone 503-742-0101   Fax 503-742-0202
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