Planting a tree is a rewarding activity that contributes to the environment and enhances your landscape. Watch the video below or follow this in-depth guide to ensure your tree thrives for years to come! Shovel Rake Hand Saw Pruners Watering Can/Hose Mulch Begin by...
Greenscape ED a Featured Speaker at Urban Forestry Institute Conference
by greenscapejax | Apr 9, 2022 | In the News, Uncategorized
Greenscape Executive Director Lisa Grubba was a featured speaker at the Urban Forestry Institute conference on March 10, 2022. Grubba’s speech was on the importance of public private partnerships in urban forestry management. The conference was hosted by the...
Greenscape Wins “Outstanding Project of the Year” for Florida
by greenscapejax | Feb 9, 2022 | In the News
Greenscape of Jacksonville, Inc. is pleased to report it won “Outstanding Project of the Year” for the State of Florida for 2021 from the Florida Urban Forestry Council. The award recognized Greenscape’s planting project at the Jacksonville...Lisa Grubba Named Executive Director of Greenscape of Jacksonville, Inc.
by greenscapejax | Jan 2, 2022 | In the News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Contact: Becky Henson 904.398.5757 becky@greenscapeofjax.org Lisa Grubba named Executive Director of Greenscape of Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL, (December 20, 2021) – Lisa Grubba has been promoted to Executive Director at...Lisa Grubba named Interim Executive Director
by greenscapejax | Jul 1, 2021 | Community, Environment, In the News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Contact: Becky Henson 904.398.5757 becky@greenscapeofjax.org Lisa Grubba named Interim Executive Director of Greenscape of Jacksonville, after Anna Dooley retires Jacksonville, FL, (July 1, 2021) – Greenscape Board member Lisa Grubba...RECENT POSTS
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