Gachina Landscape Management is proud to be recognized as an award-winning landscape company, earning a Silver Award of Excellence from the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) for our work at Peartree Apartments in San Jose, California.
This prestigious honor highlights Gachina’s dedication to sustainable landscape design, expert horticulture care, and long-term partnerships with property owners who share our commitment to preserving California’s natural beauty.
More About the Award-Winning Property
Peartree Apartments, a residential complex in Sunnyvale, features a landscape design throughout, designed with sustainability and visual appeal in mind. Since our team began maintenance work on the site in July 2023, we’ve remained faithful to the original design vision—upholding its layered planting concept while delivering consistent, high-quality care that enriches the resident experience.
What Makes Peartree’s Landscape Stand Out?
Peartree Apartments stands as a model for sustainable, regenerative landscaping—and this Silver Award is a testament to Gachina’s passion for cultivating thriving, environmentally responsible landscapes. Despite challenges like drought restrictions and limited irrigation infrastructure, our team’s collaborative approach, technical expertise, and attention to detail continue to set a high standard for excellence in landscape management.
Layered design: The “stair-like” arrangement throughout the grounds transitions from low-growinggroundcovers near walkways to taller shrubs and trees, evoking a natural, semi-forest feel in the middleof San Jose.- Climate-conscious plants: We maintain drought-tolerant and native species, including Coffeeberry, Ceanothus, Manzanita, Westringia’ Low Horizon’, and Kangaroo Paw, for their color and resilience.
- Smart irrigation techniques: Our certified technicians manage a water-wisesystem tailored to the site’smicroclimate and perform routine audits to optimize water usage throughout every season.
- Precision hand pruning: Every plant is pruned by hand to preserve natural form and guarantee healthy regrowth each season.
- Proactive plant health care: Using a blend of systemic treatments and organic fertilizers, the Gachina team protects each plant’s unique vitality needs year-round.
About the NALP Awards of Excellence
Each year, the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) honors outstanding projects nationwide that exemplify innovation, environmental stewardship, and exceptional craftsmanship.
To be considered for an industry award, elite landscapers submit their finest projects to be judged by a panel of experts on stringent criteria—including overall appearance, quality of materials, and the features showcased in the submission.
The Silver Award of Excellence recognizes projects that demonstrate exceptional results and a deep commitment to sustainability—values at the core of Gachina’s mission. We’re honored to share this recognition with our dedicated team and clients who trust us to bring their landscapes to life.
