The Ground Up - Richmond Site Specials

“The Dirt on Dirt: Landscaper’s Guide to Soil Health & Nutrition

MEDIA CONTACTS:

  Ashley Olmsted (ashley.olmsted@thegroundup.com)

(832) 266-9155

Luis Chamorro (luis.chamorro@thegroundup.com)

(832) 247-2574

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

THE DIRT ON DIRT

The Ground Up welcomed Houston’s top landscape professionals for an enlightening seminar on soil and compost nutrition

HOUSTON (January 21, 2011) — On January 20, 2011, Houston’s Premier Landscape Supply Company, The Ground Up (TGU), sponsored an educational seminar entitled “The Dirt on Dirt: Landscaper’s Guide to Soil Health & Nutrition”.  More than 40 businesses were represented at the seminar including landscape architects, design firms, construction companies, and commercial and residential landscapers.  These industry leaders gathered at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center to hear world-renowned organic soil scientist, Dr. Elaine Ingham, speak on the topics of proper soil biology and landscape sustainability.

Dr. Ingham, President and Director of Research at Soil Foodweb, Inc., has received global recognition for her organic approach to soil science.  “That which is biologically correct is always economically the most feasible,” said Mike Serant, Chairman for Organic Horticulture Business Alliance. “The Soil Foodweb Method clearly shows us scientifically that working with the laws of nature will produce the best results and at a lower operating cost.”  Anyone from large-scale commercial landscapers to backyard gardeners can apply the Soil Foodweb Method to optimize soil nutrition and promote healthy plant growth – thus creating a self-sustaining environment that is both organic and cost effective.

In addition to providing quality landscaping materials, TGU also strives to provide educational resources to the landscape industry.  “Knowledge is the key to understanding how to build and maintain a successful landscape,” said Kyler Fields, General Manager at TGU. “We hope that our guests appreciate the wisdom Dr. Ingham has to offer and will apply what they’ve learned when planning future projects.”  Besides hosting expert speakers, TGU has also begun holding on-site group tours that explain in detail the processes involved when manufacturing high quality, organic mulch, compost and soils. With such high emphasis placed on quality control and sustainability, it is clear that the team at TGU is moving fast to better serve Houston’s vast landscaping needs.

ABOUT THE GROUND UP

The Ground Up is the premier brand for landscape materials, servicing both commercial and residential clients throughout the Houston area – with two sites operating on 20 acres in Northwest Houston and 10 acres in the Richmond/ Katy area. The Ground Up provides the largest selection of quality, organic landscaping products including mulches, soils, soil amendments, compost, rock, stones, boulders, sands, aggregates, pottery, tools and mulch more. From the Earth — for the Earth.

Specialties: Organic Landscape Materials Supplier, Manufacturer of Organic Landscape Products, Serving Commercial and Residential Customers, Quality, Service, Superior Value

Hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, please visit www.thegroundup.com or call (281) 970-0003.

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Give Your Christmas Tree a Second Life!

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Luis Chamorro (luis.chamorro@thegroundup.com)

(832) 247-2574

Ashley Olmsted (ashley.olmsted@thegroundup.com)

(832) 266-9155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

GIVE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE A SECOND LIFE

The Ground Up – Houston’s Premier Landscape Supply Company to sponsor holiday recycling initiative

HOUSTON (December 26, 2010) — Don’t trash your tree this holiday season, recycle it!  The Ground Up (TGU) is happily accepting donated Christmas trees throughout the month of January to be ground into mulch.  Houstonians can drop off their trees to TGU’s main site in Northwest Houston or at their new location in the Richmond/ Katy area.  Make it a resolution this new year to keep your used tree out of a landfill and give it back to the Earth!

WHO:              The Ground Up – Houston’s Premier Landscape Supply Company

WHAT:           Recycled Christmas Tree Drop-Off Schedule

WHEN:           January 3, 2011 – January 22, 2011

Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. or Saturdays from 7 a.m. – Noon

WHERE:         9945 Windfern Road/ Houston, TX 77064 or

                        19102 FM 1093 Road/ Houston, TX 77407

The Ground Up uses only natural, organic ingredients when manufacturing their mulches and soils.  Please be sure to remove all ornaments, wire hooks, lights, tinsel and all other non-organic materials before drop-off.  Limit: two trees per family.  For more information, please visit www.thegroundup.com.

ABOUT THE GROUND UP

The Ground Up is the premier brand for landscape materials, servicing both commercial and residential clients throughout the Houston area – with two sites operating on 20 acres in Northwest Houston and 10 acres in the Richmond/ Katy area.  The Ground Up provides the largest selection of quality, organic landscaping products including mulches, soils, soil amendments, compost, rocks, stones, boulders, sands, aggregates, pottery, tools, and mulch more. From the Earth — for the Earth!

Specialties: Organic Landscape Materials Supplier, Manufacturer of Organic Landscape Products, Serving Commercial and Residential Customers, Quality, Service, Superior Value

Hours: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, please visit www.thegroundup.com or call (281) 970-0003.

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The Ground Up makes it on FS Houston - Trolley Tailgaters

The Ground Up in Houston made it official debut on Sunday the 26th at the Trolley Tailgater's party. During the broadcast for FS Houston, you can see one of our fans holding our sign right at 0:13 seconds. Earl Campbell was being interviewed by FS Houston.

Earl Campbell Interview - Trolley Tailgaters