Empire Landscape, LLC

08/31/2026

Safety Day at Empire Landscape! 🦺
On July 30, our Division 1 and Bio Crews from Division 2 spent the day going over important safety topics and getting some hands-on training.
We covered vehicle and equipment safety, yard safety, hand and power tools, emergency procedures, and more. It was a great refresher and a good reminder of how important it is to stay aware and look out for one another on the job every day.
The goal is simple — make sure everyone has the knowledge and training to do their job safely and make it home at the end of the day.
Thanks to everyone who helped with the training and to all of our employees who took part!
Great job, everyone! 💪

08/24/2026

Brentwood Pocket Park – Completed August 3, 2026

This summer, Empire Landscape completed improvements at Brentwood Pocket Park by installing a new drainage system along the park’s main pathway.

The pathway had experienced heavy flooding in the past because of poor drainage, so HexPavers were installed to help improve drainage and create a stronger, more durable surface. The pavers are made from 100% recycled PPE plastic and will help keep the pathway in better shape for years to come.

The work included preparing and compacting the existing pathway, adding drainage rock, installing and securing the HexPavers, and filling them with pea gravel. Drainage rock was also added along both sides of the pathway to help with water runoff.

Another project completed by the Empire Landscape team! 🌿

08/14/2026

🌿 Celebrating 20 Years of Empire Landscape! 🎉

We recently celebrated 20 years of Empire Landscape with our amazing team.

This milestone is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and teamwork that have helped make Empire what it is today. We’re grateful for everyone who has been part of our journey and for everything our employees do each and every day.

As we celebrate this special milestone, we also want to remember our friend and colleague, William (Bill) Gahs, who was a valued part of the Empire family. We’re thankful for the time we had with Bill and for all he contributed to our team. He will be deeply missed. 🤍

Thank you to everyone who has helped make the last 20 years so special. Here’s to 20 years and many more to come! 🌿

07/16/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight 👷

We're proud to recognize three employees who have gone above and beyond this quarter. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and the positive impact you make every day.

🌿 Victor Cruz
Victor does a great job handling the day-to-day demands of a busy work area. He's dependable, professional, and always focused on keeping things running safely and smoothly.

🌿 Reina Fajardo
Reina is a reliable team member with a great attitude. She works hard, is always willing to help, and continues to learn and grow in her role.

🌿 Marlon Carrillo
Marlon is a skilled equipment operator who takes pride in his work. His strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to the team make him someone we can always count on.

Thank you, Victor, Reina, and Marlon, for everything you do. We're lucky to have you on the Empire team! 💚

07/07/2026

07/03/2026

❤️🤍💙 Happy Fourth of July from Empire Landscape! ❤️🤍💙

As we celebrate Independence Day and 250 years of American independence, we want to thank our dedicated team members, clients, and partners who help us build and maintain the communities we're proud to serve.

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday filled with family, friends, and lasting memories.

Happy Independence Day, and here's to celebrating America's 250th birthday!

05/01/2026

Like many invasive plants, garlic mustard was originally introduced for its edible and medicinal properties. An unintended consequence of this is that it has since become one of the earliest aggressive threats to native spring ephemerals in woodland ecosystems. It releases allelopathic chemicals that inhibit the germination of native seeds and disrupt the underground mycorrhizal networks and soils.

By altering the soil chemistry and plant communities, garlic mustard can affect decomposers and predatory insects—organisms that help regulate tick populations. There’s also evidence that these disruptions may influence the microbiomes of the ticks themselves, potentially increasing the spread of pathogens responsible for Lyme disease.

The good news is that you can help slow its spread. Because garlic mustard has a biennial life cycle, mechanical removal is an effective method for managing small patches. Hand-pulling before the plant sets seed can make a real difference.

And there’s a bonus: it’s edible! Just ensure proper identification before consuming. The younger leaves, especially from first-year plants, are excellent for making pesto. Just toss everything into a food processor:

• 4 cups chopped garlic mustard
• ½ cup parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan option)
• ½ cup pine nuts (or sunflower seeds)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Blend until smooth, and you’ve turned an invasive plant into something delicious.

What else can you forage in your backyard?

04/27/2026

Our Earth Day visit to Greensboro Elementary was a huge success!
Thanks to Empire’s support and materials, we spent the day working with Pre-K3 through 5th grade—over 80 students in total—teaching, demonstrating, and planting trees together. The excitement and engagement from the students made it an unforgettable experience, and it meant a lot to hear how appreciative the staff was.
Each student got hands-on with the entire planting process—learning about tree parts, helping prepare the roots, digging, backfilling, mulching, and even giving their class tree its first watering. They also learned the names of their trees, which made it even more special.
By the end of the day, the kids felt proud of what they accomplished and excited about what they learned—and we were honored to be voted one of the favorite stations!
A great day all around 🌱

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎

At Empire Landscape, our work is rooted in restoring and maintaining healthy landscapes—it’s built into what we do every day. Our projects are designed to protect and strengthen the natural systems our communities rely on.

We’re proud of our entire team—from crews in the field to the staff behind the scenes—and we appreciate the partners and clients who trust us to deliver meaningful, lasting results.

04/09/2026

🌱 Employee Spotlight: Meet the Team 👷

At Empire, our work is all about caring for the environment—and that starts with the people who make it happen every day. We’re proud to recognize a few of our incredible team members this quarter:

🌿 Kevin Amaya
Crew Laborer | 2 years with Empire
Kevin is dependable, hardworking, and always shows up ready to get the job done safely and the right way. His positive attitude and respect for the team make a big impact in the field.

🌿 Ludwin Cruz
Foreman | 4 years with Empire
Ludwin leads with organization and purpose, consistently delivering high-quality work while keeping projects running smoothly from start to finish.

🌿 Juan Carrillo
Crew Laborer | 4 years with Empire
Juan is a dedicated team member who continues to grow his skills—especially in tree climbing—and takes pride in producing excellent results.

🌎 Thank you, Kevin, Ludwin, and Juan, for helping us build a greener future!