It’s still absolutely beautiful in Calgary, so we do hate to utter the actual word “fall.” But the evenings and nights are definitely cooling down and the days sadly getting shorter. It’s around this time that we begin to modify our outdoor property management duties. As part of our regular landscape maintenance schedule, every September…
Calgary currently has a Stage 1 Outdoor Water Ban in effect, which applies to all homes and businesses in the city. The reason is due to the exceptionally low levels of the Bow and Elbow Rivers, which have been watched very carefully throughout the summer. A little bit of moisture this week has helped, but…
Our properties say a lot about us, and we all want them to fully represent who we are in the most positive way possible. But we have very busy lives, with a lot of responsibilities. Quite often we just don’t have the time (or equipment, or expertise) to take care of our landscapes as well…
Business owners are often under the mistaken impression that they are very limited when it comes to choices for their landscape design. The thought generally is that commercial landscapes must be minimalist in order to be easy to maintain, however this is not necessarily the case. Our Calgary commercial landscaping clients are often surprised at…
Due to an ongoing drought, the City of Calgary has begun cutting the amount of water it uses to maintain its many parks and amenities. Even though there has been a tiny bit of recent moisture, the city is definitely showing the obvious signs of lack of moisture. It has been an “abnormally dry” 2023…
Becoming a new homeowner is one of the greatest milestones in life. It’s a beautiful thing to have a space you can call all your own and have the opportunity to cultivate to represent your personal aesthetic. While we hustle and bustle about choosing paint colours, fixtures, and trim for the interior, often one of…
In the fast-paced, competitive world of business, a well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environment can’t be underestimated. Commercial property services for office buildings, retail centres, and industrial complexes are one of our specialities here at Mirage Landscaping. We strive to help business owners create a positive first impression for clients, and other benefits include enhanced…
The name “chinch bug” is not all that well-known in Calgary, however residents of certain southeast areas have been aware of them for years. Normally prevalent in the Mackenzie, Auburn Bay and Copperfield communities, over the past couple of years chinch bugs have been steadfastly making their way around the city. Last summer they were…
As a trusted commercial landscaping company in Calgary, we at Mirage understand the many benefits a well-maintained business property provides. A visually appealing landscape that functions well creates a positive impression for employees, clients, and potential customers, and lets visitors know that you are serious about attention to detail. This, in turn, instills confidence and…
When we say “landscape construction” here at Mirage, we mean a number of different things. Landscape construction is an all-encompassing term that refers to a wide range of projects aimed at transforming outdoor spaces into functional and aesthetically pleasing environments. If you think of landscape construction as essentially everything but property maintenance – such as…