Get in Touch Our Blog Five Great Ways to Get Ready for Fall 1- Fall Planting: September is an excellent time to plant perennials, shrubs, and trees. The cooler temperatures and increased rainfall help new plantings establish strong root systems before winter. 2- Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to your lawn and garden beds […]
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Get in Touch Our Blog Fall is the Best Time to Plan Pond Work! Thinking about building or renovating a pond? Fall is the perfect time to start planning. This way your pond will be ready to enjoy by early spring. If you wait until spring, our crews will already be busy with cleanings, which
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Get in Touch Our Blog The Benefits of Fall Mulch Applying mulch in the fall offers several benefits for your garden: 1. Temperature Regulation Mulch insulates plant roots, protecting them from temperature fluctuations and keeping the soil warmer in colder months. 2. Moisture Retention It helps retain soil moisture by reducing evaporation, ensuring plants have
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Get in Touch Our Blog Show Off Your Pond After Dark Your pond doesn’t stop being beautiful when the sun goes down! Here are three quick ways to make the most of it at night: Time it right – Snap photos during the “blue hour” just after sunset for rich colors and soft light. Work the
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Get in Touch Our Blog Fall is for Planting! Fall is an ideal time for planting because it provides perfect conditions for root establishment. Here’s why: 1. Root Development: Plants focus on root growth during fall, leading to a strong root system ready for spring growth. 2. Cooler Temperatures: Cooler weather reduces stress on plants,
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Get in Touch Our Blog What Your Pond Does in the Fall (and Why It Matters) As the days get shorter and the temperatures cool, your pond goes through big seasonal changes — and knowing what’s happening under the surface can help you keep it healthy year-round. Plants start to slow downAquatic plants stop blooming
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Get in Touch Our Blog 3 Reasons You Need Pond Plants Pond plants do more than look nice—they keep your pond healthy and balanced. Here’s how: Clean WaterPlants act like natural filters, soaking up extra nutrients that would otherwise cause algae. This keeps your pond clearer and healthier. More OxygenPlants release oxygen into the water
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Get in Touch Our Blog Will My Pond Attract Mosquitoes? Not if it’s built right. Mosquitoes breed in still water, so keep your pond moving with a waterfall, stream, or skimmer. Adding fish like goldfish or koi also helps — they eat mosquito larvae before they hatch. With water movement and fish, you can enjoy
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Get in Touch Our Blog How Big Will My Koi Grow? Adult koi in a well-maintained garden pond typically grow to be 18 to 24 inches long (about 1.5 to 2 feet). Some can even reach up to 36 inches (3 feet) if they have: Plenty of space Clean, well-filtered water Good nutrition Consistent care Quick Koi Growth Facts:
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Get in Touch Our Blog Why is it OK to Have Algae in Your Pond? Algae are a vital part of pond ecosystems, contributing to overall health and balance. Here’s why having algae is beneficial: 1. Natural Component: Algae are a normal and essential part of a healthy pond ecosystem. 2. Food Source: They provide
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Salvador began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March 2017.
Noé began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in July of 2020.
David began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March of 2019.
Fredi began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March of 2003.
Miguel began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in June 2014.
Nelson began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March 2019.
Arturo began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in September of 2011.
Antonio began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March 2001.
Mark began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in September 2010. Mark holds the following certifications; Aquascape Academy Certified, Maryland Certified Pesticide Applicator, and Maryland Certified Fertilizer Applicator.
Shawnee began working with Damascus Enterprises in April 2021.
Mike is a 3rd generation landscape professional and has worked in the field of horticulture for over 20 years. He has an AAS degree in landscape technology from Montgomery College. Mike is a Certified Professional Horticulturist through the Maryland Department of Agriculture and Landscape Industry Certified in softscape, and hardscape installation certified through PLANET. Mike began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in February 2014.
Damascus Enterprises, Inc. was established by Scott in 1998 as strictly a landscape company. Under his leadership and through continued training the business has grown and expanded to now offer a full array of services that include pond and waterfall installation and maintenance, lawn care, landscape design, custom stonework, and outdoor lighting.Scott is an Aquascape Certified Contractor, Vista Certified Design & Installation Specialist and regularly attends industry education and networking events like Pondemonium and Pondeminium. He has previously been recognized as a top young entrepreneur by Maryland’s Governor and the Small Business Association. He currently serves on the board of Montgomery County Farm Bureau and is Co-chair of the entertainment committee of the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair and is involved in the Damascus community through various activities. Scott and his wife Melody live in Damascus with their two children.
