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LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION At Green Garden we carry out integral landscape designs for hotel complexes, villas, condominiums, sports facilities and green areas. Green Garden has a technical team trained for the elaboration of large-scale landscaping projects. From the initial phase (conceptual design) to the final design, or Executive Project, we always work hand in hand with our clients to guarantee their satisfaction. All of this is possible thanks to the wide experience gained in each of our professional challenges.

Día de celebración y festejo para nuestros empleados en Jamaica. Entrega de premios y certificados a empleados más entregados del 2022. DELIVERY OF CERTIFICATES IN YORK FULL GOSPEL CHURCH OF GOD JAMAICA We are delighted to tell you that Green Garden Corp. hosted the celebration for the York Full Gospel Church of God community. We collaborate in holding a celebration and delivering certificates, prizes and gifts for the most active members of their community. Rohan Finlator receiving GG Certificate. José Fernández giving price. Center, Jose Juan Villagran, Director Green Garden Corp. Jamaica. Awards and diplomas were presented to the workers who stood out the most for their collaboration and effort during 2022. The enthusiasm and happiness of all employees was palpable throughout the day of celebration. Empleados Green Garden Corp. Jamaica con su certificado XXX The children were also included in the dynamics of the day. Niñas de York Full Gospel Church of God Jamaica We prepared a party at the end of the day with the intention of motivating and encouraging teamwork.

Climate change also have an effect on golf courses Apart from the usual maintenance tasks on a golf course, many sometimes forget that, like any other agricultural crop, we are subject to inclement weather. La Niña , for example, could last until 2023, warns the UN . This phenomenon, which is lasting longer than expected, is causing abundant rainfall in Panama, already abundant at this time of year, as can be seen in the following map: Not only is the player's playability affected, golf course flooding can cause serious damage that leaves a lasting impact on its terrain. Flooding conditions severely impair daily maintenance and access to many areas of a golf course by cutting machines. Soil saturation occurs over long periods leading to oxygen deprivation and turf death in areas without adequate drainage. In severe situations, soil removal and turf restoration may be necessary to remedy affected areas. Beyond the damage caused by flooding, deposits of silt, branches and debris impede routine maintenance. Flooding can also damage golf course structures by washing away bridges. Last week we suffered the consequences of climate change at Coronado Golf, as can be seen in the photos below: Bunkers are especially susceptible to erosion, collapsing their slopes and contaminating the sand. Repairs can take days, weeks, or even months to complete and can also be very costly. If a golf course reopens too soon after flooding, the chance of secondary damage increases. Saturated turf areas can become compacted and rutted by cart and player traffic. Compacted soil in moist areas can lose its structure, porosity, and the ability to present a high-quality surface. But there is nothing that a professional team with good will cannot solve!

THE FOURTH EDITION OF THE GREEN GARDEN CUP 2022 IS HELD AT HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO PUNTA CANA Last Saturday, July 2, the Fourth Edition of the Green Garden Cup Golf Tournament was held, organized and sponsored by Green Garden Corp. Jorge Puente, Javier Moreno, Antonio Perez-Hernandez, Alberto Smith durante torneo Green Garden Cup 2022 This year the tournament was held at the Hard Rock Punta Cana Course, in pairs Scramble format and had the participation of 50 people, being the most popular edition to date. It should be noted that this is an invitational tournament, which has already established itself as an important and recognized annual event in Punta Cana and in which the company Green Garden Corp., with its President Mr. Juan Arimón at the head, gathers and invites clients , friends, collaborators and institutional representatives to share a relaxed day around golf. Once it was over, a lunch was served for participants, personalities, clients, collaborators and friends where it was possible to share in a relaxed way among all the attendees. Presidente de Green Garden Corp. D. Juan Arimón Greatly thank the presence of the Spanish ambassador in the Dominican Republic, Mr. Antonio Perez-Hernandez y Torra, and the honorary consul, Mr. Javier Moreno. Players and friends also shared with us, Daniel Hernández, Regional Director of Operations AM Resorts, Héctor Baltazar, VP of Operations and Development Cap Cana, Fernando Castillo, Director Preopening, Conversions and TaskForce Bahia Príncipe, David Barreiro, Manager Hyatt Ziva & Zilara Cap Cana, Rafael Silva, Director Iberostar Dominicus, Jorge Puente, Director Dreams Palm Beach, Alberto Smith, Director of Operations Landsite & Cargo International Airport of Punta Cana and Ezequiel Pinillos, Director of H10 works, among others. On this occasion, in addition and due to the growth process of Green Garden in the Caribbean and its recent implementation in Miami by the company Tenusa, the Tournament has been framed within a larger corporate event, the Green Garden Cup Week 2022 . This corporate event, which is the first time it has been held, was attended by the entire Arimón family, headed by its president and by his four grown children Eduardo, Bosco, Jaime Arimón and Cristina Reynoso, manager of the Marketing department, a new generation that has been pushing hard and who already play a very active role in the company in its division in Spain. Fernando Castillo y Daniel Hernández celebrando un gran putt It was the first meeting of directors of Green Garden Corp and was attended by the CEO of Green Garden in the Caribbean, Pedro López, the CFO, Manuel Domínguez and the directors of the destinations where the company is established to date. The Dominican Republic as host of the event, with Amalio Pérez Gotarda, Mexico with David Cáceres, Jamaica with Juan José Villagrán, Panama with Antonio Márquez and the recent addition of Miami with Pablo Luque. Directors of operations, managers and heads of administration, marketing, human resources and greenkeepers from the different destinations also participated in the meeting. During the week there have been training sessions, work meetings, discussions, visits to hotels, gardens and nurseries that the company manages in Punta Cana, as well as an extensive program of recreational and entertainment activities that culminated on Saturday with the golf tournament and with the subsequent closing meal and award ceremony. It has been an intense but very productive week at all levels. It has allowed, in addition to the meeting between the different destinations, to foster team spirit and belonging to the company and to have the certainty that everyone is marching in the same direction with the same objectives and with a firm step in this process of growth and globalization of Green Garden Corp. Ganadores del torneo Franz Acevedo (izquierda) y George Veras (derecha) con el presidente de Green Garden Corp. D. Juan Arimón (centro) The Green Garden Corp company thanks everyone who has made this event possible, its clients and especially its team of collaborators from the different destinations that are, in short, the essence of the company and those who make that, day by day, it grows and consolidates itself as a benchmark in its sector, for its technical quality, but above all for its human quality.

Green garden CORP. signs a new maintenance contract FOR THE ENTIRE VIDANTA COMPLEX IN RIVIERA MAYA Vidanta, the luxury vacation brand of Grupo Vidanta, is an incredible collection of resorts full of nature and entertainment located on the most coveted beaches in Mexico. Therefore, we are thrilled to announce that we have started maintenance operations in luxury hotels, including Grand Luxxe, The Grand Bliss, Grand Luxxe Jungle, The Grand Mayan, The Bliss, Mayan Palace, as well as in other parts of the complex such as Jungala Aqua Experience, Salum, Santuario, Villa Soleil, Spatium and the Beach Club. Vidanta Riviera Maya was recognized as one of the 5 best hotels in the eastern region of Mexico by Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards. More than 600,000 readers submitted responses and rated their travel experiences. Around 10,000 hotels and resorts entered the awards and only 15% of them made it to the winners list, let alone the Top 5! For this reason, we are proud to be able to contribute our grain of sand and be part of the Vidanta Riviera Maya experience. Its curated selection of diverse attractions and luxurious experiences ensures that guests always have something extraordinary to discover with every stay. The continual stream of new developments and offerings makes this destination exceptionally popular and universally accepted. As if that were not enough, this complex has a golf course designed by one of the legendary golf masters, Jack Nicklaus, Nicklaus Par Three Experience in Riviera Maya is one of the most beautiful short courses in the world. It was designed to take full advantage of the incredible tropical landscape and features a layout that pays homage to the complexity of classic 1950s courses. Source: https://www.vidanta.com/en/web/riviera-maya/

Desde Green Garden Corp. ponemos al servicio de nuestro cliente nuestros conocimientos en biología, agronomía e ingeniería hidráulica para ayudar a manejar este tipo de sistemas. THE IMPORTANCE OF WETLANDS: USE IN LANDSCAPING FOR WATER PURIFICATION Wetlands are ecosystems consisting of land areas whose soils are periodically or permanently flooded, typically with freshwater. As a result, the vegetation that inhabits them is adapted to live in these conditions. Mangroves, floodplains, interdunal lagoons, springs, coastal lagoons, and estuaries are some of the ecosystems included under this category. Humedal artificial en VidantaWorld Park Among the services provided by wetlands, their role in the water cycle stands out, as they act as regulators of water flows and, in some cases, as a source of water supply for the population or as aids in wastewater treatment. Additionally, due to the thermal capacity of the water, the effect of vegetation on the environment, and their high productivity, wetlands play a fundamental role in the global climate as regulators of emissions into the atmosphere. Understanding the importance of these wetlands, as well as how they function and the causes and consequences they generate, can help us mimic these natural processes and take advantage of their benefits when designing sustainable landscaping. Low-water gardening not only helps conserve this vital resource, but has other benefits as well. By reducing irrigation, the risk of flooding and excess moisture in the soil is reduced, thus avoiding possible damage to structures and drainage systems. Furthermore, by using native and adapted species, we promote local biodiversity and contribute to the balance of the ecosystem. Humedal artificial en VidantaWorld Park It is important to emphasize that the implementation of water-efficient gardens does not mean sacrificing beautiful and attractive green spaces. On the contrary, with the right knowledge and intelligent design, it is possible to create aesthetically pleasing environments that harmoniously integrate with the surroundings.

LOW WATER CONSUMPTION GARDENING: CONTRIBUTING TO THE CARE OF THE WORLD The increase in water consumption in agriculture and green areas has raised concerns about its consequences on aquifers and water reserves worldwide. Coupled with the rise in global temperatures, evapotranspiration levels are decreasing the availability of freshwater alarmingly. Faced with this issue, at Green Garden Corp., we have committed ourselves to environmental responsibility and have been developing garden designs with a reduced or low water requirement for their proper maintenance. Evapotranspiraci-n. (n.d.). https://www.recursosaguapuertorico.com/Evapotranspiraci-n.html?no_redirect=true The primary focus of our work is to conduct a detailed analysis of native species in each region where we operate. In this way, we can select the most suitable species adapted to the specific climatic and soil conditions of each area. This allows gardens to survive and thrive sustainably without requiring large amounts of water for maintenance. Water-efficient gardening not only helps conserve this vital resource but also presents other benefits. By reducing irrigation, the risk of floods and excess soil moisture is decreased, thus preventing potential damage to structures and drainage systems. Additionally, by employing native and adapted species, we promote local biodiversity and contribute to the balance of the ecosystem. Low-water gardening not only helps conserve this vital resource, but has other benefits as well. By reducing irrigation, the risk of flooding and excess moisture in the soil is reduced, thus avoiding possible damage to structures and drainage systems. Furthermore, by using native and adapted species, we promote local biodiversity and contribute to the balance of the ecosystem. It is important to emphasize that the implementation of water-efficient gardens does not mean sacrificing beautiful and attractive green spaces. On the contrary, with the right knowledge and intelligent design, it is possible to create aesthetically pleasing environments that harmoniously integrate with the surroundings.

TRANSPLANT OF A mature CEIBA Speciosa specimen Ceiba Speciosa, or Palo borracho is a deciduous tree that loses its leaves with the arrival of cold (mid-autumn or winter). Its planting in city parks and gardens is quite common in the Dominican Republic and other parts of Latin America. On this occasion, we present the transplant of a mature Ceiba Speciosa tree, a tree native to the tropical forests of the Dominican Republic. Given the height and thickness of the tree, specifically requested by our client, we selected a specimen that was in an area that was difficult to access for the machinery necessary for its extraction, given that said specimen was also in very good health. The transplant began with training pruning on the upper branches in order to prepare the tree to meet the demands of road transport in the Dom. Rep. With the use of heavy machinery, the direction and coordination of our team and collaborators, we were able to successfully extract it and mount it on the truck to achieve a transplant and sprout from the tree. An enveloping mesh was placed to protect the root ball during transport. Then, we prepared the hole where the tree would be placed. Its origin is tropical so it does not tolerate low temperatures. Its planting is recommended in areas with mild winters, typical of the Mediterranean or coastal areas (where it is commonly used). It is a demanding tree in lighting. Given its rapid growth and the great height it reaches, it likes to be in an isolated and spacious space in the garden with high light input, free of walls and obstacles that generate shade. Finally, this great specimen was allowed to sprout in its new location, so we are proud to give this beautiful tree a new home to thrive and flourish. Curious fact: I n the Dominican Republic, the trunk of the Ceiba was used, since the time of the indigenous people, to make cayucos, which were one-piece boats, due to the lightness of their wood. Historically, tradition indicates that the moorings of Christopher Columbus' ships were tied to a Ceiba tree in the Ozama River and that there is still an old trunk of that Ceiba, already petrified, in the old Santo Domingo dock.

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Nuestro equipo técnico de Green Garden Corp. llevó a cabo la preparación de este evento tan importante para México y especialmente para Tulum Country Club. Golf course preparation BUPA TOURNAMENT 2021 - PGA TOUR Our Green Garden technical team carried out the preparation of this important event for Mexico and especially for Tulum Country Club. It all started four weeks before the week of the championship when we were informed from the club's management that the championship was going to be held. The first thought was, "what a joy to be able to show our work worldwide" and the second thought was, "what a challenge we have" , since we only had four weeks to present the course in perfect conditions and a championship of this caliber is usually started to prepare a year in advance, so we couldn’t lose a single second. The first thing we had to do, was to mentalize and motivate the entire maintenance team of the importance of an event like this for the club and for Green Garden, and from here we want to thank them for their professionalism and dedication, because without them it would not have been possible to present the course in such conditions the week of the championship. Then, we thought of the situation that we found ourselves in with most of the golf courses worldwide due to COVID: reduced budgets, reduced staff or limited machinery. We understood that this was not going to be a problem to carry out our goal. The course greenkeeper and his assistants prepared a very specific agronomic and playability plan to be able to finish on time, and above all, to take care of every last detail since that is what makes the difference in this type of championships. "The weeks leading up to the championship were very passionate, working without rest and with very extreme schedules." The big advantage we had was, the course was in very good playable condition, but we had to give it a little push to make it a guaranteed success. The main objective was to have the greens firm, uniform and with a minimum speed of 11.6 Ft. and that between the fastest and slowest green there was no more than a 0.6" difference. The firmness, humidity, speed and clipping remains of each of the greens were monitored daily and we made daily decisions to meet the objective. As for the Tees, Fairways and Approach, we only wanted to keep them firm. The Fairways and Approach, apart from the firmness, we wanted the ball to have a perfect lie. This required controlling the irrigation very well to avoid dry or very wet areas, so the irrigation team had to check each of the areas with moisture meters to maintain values between 18% and 22%. As for the mowing of each of these areas, we progressively increased the frequency of mowing to such an extent that, fifteen days after the first training day, we were mowing the greens in the morning and afternoon and the rest of the areas every day, gaining an incredible definition and quality of mowing. We must highlight the work of the mechanics during these weeks because they had to have the cutting units in perfect condition every day. What we did not cut since we were informed of the championship, was the Rough, as we had to leave it above 2.5". The Bunkers we had to have the same amount of sand on all surfaces to prevent the club from bouncing when taking the ball out and most importantly to prevent the ball from getting fried egg when entering the Bunkers. Finally, to leave all the landscaping areas spotless, we pruned all the palms and trees, and the paths and island areas were outlined. Championship week began with all areas of the course in perfect condition. The coordination of the entire team was ensured so that all the work was executed without any setback to present the course each day before the first game and in the afternoon when they were finishing playing. We would like to thank the PGA Riviera Maya golf course and Tulum Country Club for trusting us. Author: Andrés Novo - Greenkeeper Green Garden en campo PGA Tulum Country Club

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VERTEBRATE PESTS ON GOLF COURSES Those of us who are dedicated to maintaining golf courses are used to dealing with pests that damage the lawn and, normally, are more or less visible insects. But from time to time, we come across less common pests, vertebrate pests. A vertebrate pest is contrasted with the concept of pest condition, by assuming that no vertebrate species is a permanent pest, but rather that a certain population can acquire that condition at a specific time and place. A useful definition to understand what a vertebrate pest is is the following: “A species of mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian or fish that directly or indirectly affects the human species, either because it causes damage to production areas, consumes or contaminates stored food, causes damage to infrastructure, transmits disease, or causes death to people or pets.” It depends a lot on where the golf course is located to know the type of pests that one can find, dogs, groundhogs, moles, alligators, rats, cattle, alligators, birds, and others. In this case, the pest affects the production areas and causes damage to the infrastructure. These events are not new, wild boars are usually one of the most common pests and cause the most damage on golf courses, because they are capable of raising large areas of grass in one night's work, although luckily, never within a putting green Dogs and ducks love the course greens; these animals are fond of urinating and defecating on greens. Rats usually like to gnaw on wires which causes damaged on the irrigation systems. Sometimes we see alligators, which apart from a few scares to some clueless golfers, these creatures do not create major problems. On the picture above, we see the damage caused to the green's surface by the hooves of a group of cows, which have taken a liking to ride over a green on their way to graze on the almost unlimited food they have found on the roughs at this time of year. It will take hours to manually repair the damage to leave a decent playing surface and a week or more for it to go unnoticed. And finally, in case anyone was wondering, two-legged vertebrates (humans) tend to cause the most damage, but we'll leave that for another time... Author: Antonio Márquez , Panama Director of Green Garden Corp.