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Our best partnerships tend to share a few things in common—not industry type, but mindset.
The property managers, facility directors, and HOA boards we work best with understand that landscape maintenance isn’t a line item to minimize; it’s an investment that affects tenant satisfaction, property value, and day-to-day operations. They’ve often experienced the frustration of unreliable vendors, reactive service, or contractors unfamiliar with our unique growing conditions—and they’re looking for a partner, not just a provider.
Commercial properties make up the core of our work. Corporate campuses, office parks, retail centers, medical facilities, multi-family communities, and industrial properties throughout the Seattle Metroplex rely on our commercial landscape maintenance programs to keep their grounds professionally maintained year-round. These clients typically manage complex sites with multiple stakeholders, tight budgets, and high expectations—they need a team that communicates clearly, shows up consistently, and anticipates problems before they escalate.
HOA communities and residential developments represent another significant portion of our portfolio. Board members and property managers in these settings often juggle competing priorities and resident expectations. They value partners who understand that community landscapes need to look good every day—not just the week before the annual meeting.
We also serve government facilities, educational campuses, healthcare properties, and places of worship—organizations where outdoor spaces serve both functional and symbolic purposes. These clients appreciate our ability to work within budget constraints while maintaining standards that reflect their institutional values.
Occasionally, we take on high-end residential design-build projects for homeowners seeking the same level of expertise and craftsmanship we bring to commercial work. These tend to be larger properties with complex requirements—not routine lawn care, but comprehensive landscape design and landscape construction that transforms outdoor living spaces.
The common thread? Our ideal customers want a landscape partner who knows the Pacific Northwest, delivers consistent results, and treats their property like it matters—because it does.
The Pacific Northwest presents landscape challenges that property managers in other parts of the country simply don’t encounter. Our area’s temperate maritime climate—characterized by mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers—creates conditions where plant growth rarely stops and landscape issues don’t wait for a convenient season to appear.
Unlike regions with hard freezes that provide a natural dormancy period, commercial properties in our region experience continuous biological activity throughout the year. This means moss and fungi thrive during our extended cloudy months, invasive species like English Ivy and Himalayan Blackberry exploit any gap in attention, and turf continues growing well into what other regions would consider “off-season.” Our clay-heavy soils compound these challenges by compacting easily and retaining moisture in ways that affect drainage, root health, and hardscape stability.
Effective commercial landscape maintenance in this environment isn’t seasonal work with an off-switch—it requires year-round vigilance, regional expertise, and an understanding of how Pacific Northwest conditions affect everything from plant selection to irrigation timing.
The frequency of commercial landscape maintenance depends on your property type, the complexity of your landscape, and the impression you want to make on tenants, customers, and visitors. However, the Pacific Northwest’s continuous growing season typically demands more frequent service than properties in regions with true winter dormancy.
Most commercial properties in Snohomish, Pierce, and King Counties benefit from weekly service during the peak growing season (April through October) and bi-weekly to monthly service through the cooler months. This schedule addresses the reality that turf continues growing through much of our mild winters, seasonal debris accumulates quickly, and moss development accelerates during our wet shoulder seasons.
Beyond routine mowing and debris removal, a comprehensive landscape maintenance program should include regular irrigation system checks (particularly before and after summer), scheduled pruning cycles appropriate to each plant species, proactive weed management, and seasonal adjustments for fertilization and aeration. The goal isn’t just maintaining appearance—it’s anticipating problems before they become expensive emergencies.
Selecting a commercial landscape partner is a decision that affects your property’s appearance, your operational budget, and your peace of mind. Beyond basic capabilities, several factors distinguish a reliable long-term partner from a vendor you’ll be replacing within a year.
Regional expertise matters. A company experienced with our local climate, soil conditions, and regulatory environment will make better decisions about plant selection, drainage solutions, and maintenance timing than one applying generic approaches from elsewhere. Ask about their familiarity with local challenges like our clay-heavy soils, continuous growing seasons, and common invasive species.
Communication determines satisfaction. The best commercial landscaping services include clear reporting on completed work, proactive identification of emerging issues, and responsive handling of special requests. Understand how you’ll communicate with your account manager and how quickly the company addresses concerns.
Integrated capabilities reduce headaches. A company that handles landscape maintenance, design, and construction in-house can coordinate improvements seamlessly, maintain institutional knowledge of your property, and eliminate finger-pointing that occurs when multiple vendors share responsibility.
Finally, ask for references from properties similar to yours—then actually visit those sites and speak with the property managers about their experience.
Professional landscape design delivers measurable returns that extend well beyond aesthetic improvement. Research from the National Association of Realtors and the American Society of Landscape Architects consistently shows that thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces can increase commercial property values by 10 to 20 percent, with some studies indicating even higher returns for properties that previously had minimal landscaping.
Value is created through multiple channels. Well-designed landscapes improve tenant attraction and retention—businesses and residents prefer properties that project professionalism and provide pleasant outdoor environments. Strategic plantings reduce energy costs by providing shade and windbreaks. Proper drainage design protects building foundations and prevents costly water damage. And in competitive markets like the Seattle Metroplex, landscape quality directly influences lease rates and occupancy.
Our landscape design process begins with understanding your property’s specific goals—whether that’s maximizing usable outdoor space, creating distinctive curb appeal, addressing functional problems, or reducing long-term maintenance costs. Every design decision considers both immediate impact and ongoing sustainability, ensuring your investment continues delivering returns for years to come.
Brookstone Landscape & Design works with a diverse range of commercial and community properties throughout Snohomish, Pierce, and King County, each with distinct landscape requirements and stakeholder expectations.
Corporate campuses and office parks require landscapes that project professionalism while creating outdoor spaces employees actually want to use. Retail centers and mixed-use developments need designs that enhance customer experience and support wayfinding while withstanding heavy foot traffic. Multi-family communities and HOA properties balance aesthetic standards with practical durability and often involve communication with boards and multiple stakeholders. Medical facilities and senior living communities demand meticulous maintenance, accessible pathways, and plantings that support wellness without creating safety hazards. Industrial and warehouse properties benefit from functional landscapes that manage stormwater, control erosion, and maintain a presentable perimeter.
Each property type brings unique challenges, and our team’s experience across this spectrum informs better solutions. Whether you need comprehensive landscape maintenance, a ground-up design for new construction, or construction services to revitalize an aging landscape, we adapt our approach to your property’s specific context.
Beginning a relationship with a new landscape partner should feel collaborative, not transactional. At Brookstone Landscape & Design, the process starts with understanding your property’s current condition, your operational priorities, and the goals you have for your outdoor spaces.
Initial consultation: We walk your property together, discussing what’s working, what isn’t, and what you’d like to achieve. This isn’t a sales call—it’s a diagnostic conversation that helps us understand your situation before proposing solutions.
Site assessment: Our team evaluates your landscape’s health, identifies immediate concerns, reviews existing irrigation and drainage systems, and documents the current state of all plantings and hardscapes. For larger properties, this may include soil testing and detailed mapping.
Customized proposal: Based on our findings, we develop a service plan tailored to your property’s needs—not a generic package. This includes recommended service frequency, seasonal considerations specific to our local climate, and transparent pricing.
Smooth transition: If you’re switching from another provider, we coordinate timing to ensure no service gaps and minimal disruption to your tenants or operations.
Whether you’re seeking landscape maintenance services, a landscape design consultation, or landscape construction for a specific project, the first step is always a conversation about what your property needs.
