As the calendar winds down, it’s the perfect time for property and facility managers to step back and evaluate their commercial landscape performance. A thorough year-end landscape review not only highlights what worked—but also reveals where improvements are needed for the upcoming year. At LMC Landscaping, we guide our clients through a structured review process that supports long-term landscape success.
Why Conduct a Year-End Review?
Your landscape is a living, evolving asset. A review provides insight into:
- Overall turf and plant health
- Service performance and responsiveness
- Effectiveness of seasonal enhancements
- Irrigation system operation
- Budget alignment and ROI
Most importantly, it ensures your landscaping strategy stays aligned with the changing needs of your property and its users.
Site Walkthroughs with LMC Experts
LMC conducts on-site reviews with our account managers and clients. These walkthroughs involve a detailed inspection of all areas, including:
- Turf density, color, and weed control
- Shrub and perennial vigor
- Tree canopy health and pruning needs
- Seasonal color performance
- Irrigation coverage and efficiency
- Hardscape cleanliness and edging
We take photos, note observations, and compare current conditions with earlier benchmarks or previous year’s reviews.
Evaluating Enhancements and Special Projects
Did your spring and fall plantings meet your expectations? Were seasonal upgrades completed on time and to specification? We analyze all enhancement projects and provide honest feedback on plant material, color impact, and durability.
This step also helps identify opportunities for new upgrades—such as lighting, drainage improvements, or hardscape refreshes—to budget for in the new year.
Reviewing Communication and Service Quality
LMC prioritizes strong client relationships, and that includes reviewing how we’ve communicated. We ask for your input on:
- Responsiveness to requests or issues
- Clarity and timeliness of proposals
- Consistency of crew performance
- Satisfaction with account management
These conversations help us tailor our service even more closely to your expectations and preferred style of communication.
Setting Goals for the New Year
The final step in the review process is goal setting. We work together to establish:
- Key landscape priorities (e.g., reducing water use, enhancing entryways)
- Proposed enhancements for Q1 and Q2
- Adjustments to service schedules or scopes
- Budget planning for routine and capital projects
LMC also provides an updated annual landscape proposal if needed, including monthly service breakdowns, enhancement timelines, and recommendations for improvements.
Final Thoughts: Review, Refine, and Relaunch
Year-end reviews aren’t just paperwork—they’re a springboard for a stronger landscape strategy. By identifying successes and shortcomings, we help you make data-driven decisions that increase property value, tenant satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
Let’s schedule your landscape review and start planning for a successful new year.