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The Irrigation Mistakes Costing Commercial Properties Thousands

A well-maintained irrigation system is crucial for commercial properties, ensuring plant health, conserving water, and reducing costs. For property managers, irrigation efficiency can mean the difference between a thriving landscape and expensive repairs. David Cerda, Irrigation Superintendent at Southern Botanical, shares the most common—and costly—mistakes he sees in commercial irrigation maintenance and... Learn More

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5 Summer Lawn Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid in Dallas

Maintaining a healthy lawn during the scorching Dallas summers can be challenging. The extreme heat, watering restrictions, and increased pest activity create hurdles for homeowners. Avoiding common Dallas lawn maintenance mistakes is crucial to keeping your grass green and thriving. In this article, Southern Botanical experts Kassidy Mitchell, Senior Account Manager, and Osbaldo Soto, Associate Account... Learn More

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Designing with Shade: Creating Luxury Landscapes Without Full Sun

Sunlight is a powerful tool in landscape design, but in Texas, full sun isn’t always your friend. High heat, water restrictions, and shifting light patterns throughout the day mean that shade is not just a condition to work around—it’s an opportunity to create elegance, comfort, and character. Shade Isn’t a Limitation—It’s a Design Asset Too often, shade is viewed as a limitation. Homeowners... Learn More

Identifying and Treating Henbit in North Texas

Image Credit: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension If you've ever noticed small purple flowers popping up on your lawn during late winter or early spring, you might be dealing with henbit. This common lawn weed thrives in North Texas, especially in lawns with thin or weak turf. While some may find it attractive, this grassy weed spreads quickly and competes with your grass for nutrients, making it a nuisance for... Learn More

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Southern Botanical Named to 2025 Lawn & Landscape Magazine Top 100 List 

Dallas, TX, May 19, 2025– Southern Botanical, a leading landscaping company based in Dallas-Fort Worth, is proud to be named to Lawn & Landscape Magazine’s 2025 Top 100 list. The annual ranking recognizes the largest landscape companies in the U.S. and Canada based on total revenue. Southern Botanical earned the No. 89 spot on this year’s list, with $42.5 million in revenue—a milestone that... Learn More

Early Detection of Emerald Ash Borers in Texas

Image Source: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Ash trees across North Texas are facing a serious threat from one of the most destructive tree pests in Texas—the emerald ash borer (EAB). This invasive beetle has already decimated tens of millions of ash trees across the U.S. and has now made its way into North Texas. For homeowners, property managers, and landscape professionals, this tiny beetle... Learn More