Pacific Landscape Management’s Post

To help protect our team from excessive heat exposure, we’re starting at 5am this week, earlier than normal, so we can get our work done and our team home before the late afternoon heat. Luckily, the heat wave ends today, and we can get back to more normal summer weather through the end of the weekend and into next. #Staycool

It was a hot weekend and temperatures are into the triple digits through the early part of the week. We’re starting an hour earlier than normal so we can get our team home in the early afternoon before it gets hot.

Minimum wage increases in Washington and Oregon, driven by phased adjustments and inflation, impact local economies amid low unemployment rates. Read more in this weeks newsletter via the links below. Portland Area Newsletter: https://conta.cc/3zzMvla Puget Sound Area Newsletter: https://conta.cc/3S1frsx

This week's Plant Post features: Catmint (Nepeta), a perennial herb from the mint family prized for its aromatic foliage and medicinal properties. Thriving in sunny, well-drained areas, this resilient plant blooms with lavender-blue flowers that attract pollinators. Catmint is favored in gardens for its low maintenance and pest-repelling qualities. Varieties such as Nepeta racemosa 'Walker's Low' and Nepeta x faassenii add ornamental value. Ideal for companion planting, occasional pruning ensures its optimal growth.

We’re working hard to protect our team and your landscapes with a potentially historic stretch of triple digit weather coming up. https://lnkd.in/gPs_qzum

Once again supporting the Hillsboro Rotary Fourth of July parade, working with a soccer team from the Hillsboro soccer club, handing out SOLVE garbage bags for people to put their garbage in that will pick up at the end of the parade. Happy Fourth of July.

As we anticipate hot weather this week and into the weekend, we've conducted refresher training to protect our team. We've adjusted schedules, provided ample ice and water, and instituted additional breaks to manage the heat. During training, we emphasized staying hydrated, recognizing heat-related signs, and wearing appropriate gear for comfort and safety. Communication is key, so team members are encouraged to voice any concerns promptly. These efforts aim not only to safeguard health but also to maintain productivity and morale. We're committed to ensuring a safe and supportive workplace, even in challenging weather. Stay cool and have a safe and happy Fourth of July! 🎆

Have you noticed these beauties beginning to bloom? Hydrangeas, beloved for their large, showy flower heads and lush foliage, belong to the genus Hydrangea, which includes a diverse array of species and cultivars. Their vibrant colors—ranging from blue and pink to white and green—are influenced by soil pH and variety. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade, they are versatile additions to shaded areas in gardens and landscapes. Hydrangeas typically bloom from late spring to early autumn, providing continuous delight throughout the growing season.

The 1st Annual Women’s Golf Clinic at the Snohomish Valley Golf Center was a great success! 🌟🏌♀️ A big thank you to our team member Michelle Leary, alongside Tracy L. from SmartStreet and Greta Flinn from SERVPRO of Edmonds, for co-hosting such a fabulous event. Special appreciation goes to Patrick Ackerman, PGA, for providing invaluable golf lessons that truly enhanced the day. And heartfelt thanks to all the managers who participated! The clinic was a wonderful blend of laughter, networking, learning, and relaxation. We're already looking forward to next year! #womensgolfclinic #networking #communitymanagers