Niguel Shores Bluebird Nestbox Project Status 2013-2014 In the spring of 2013 the NSCA Board approved a project to install ten Western Bluebird nestboxes in common area trees. Of the ten installed early that summer, one was chosen as a nesting site by a pair of bluebirds. The female bluebird built a nest in the box and laid five eggs. As … [Read more...]
Transition of Turf for Winter Months
November 4, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Transition of Turf for Winter Months Although there are hundreds of different types of grasses there are only two major types of turf: warm season turf and cool season turf. Warm Season Turf Warm season turf grows well in the summer heat but goes dormant and turns brown in fall. Warm season grasses growth is horizontal producing stolons … [Read more...]
Turf Reduction Maps
October 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Turf Reduction Additional landscape projects that will be taking place before the end of 2014 include a plan to remove approximately 150,000 square feet of turf. As with past projects, this will not take away the beautiful green belts that are appreciated by all. Area maps identifying the project areas are posted on the website. Thank you … [Read more...]
Notice of Chemical Application – Halyard Drive
July 31, 2014 by Leave a Comment
To All Residents: Harvest Landscape will be applying atremic tomorrow (8/13/14) to the plantings along Halyard Drive. This is one of the standard products NSCA has applied for years, however notice when spraying chemicals is now required. … [Read more...]
Landscape Committee – California Drought
June 26, 2014 by Leave a Comment
California's Drought: We are sure you are all aware of the fact that California is in a drought situation. Our water company, South Coast, has divided its district into two sections. Each section has a specific time and days to water our yards. Niguel Shores is in the section to water on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 … [Read more...]
Landscape Committee – Drought Conditions
February 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
California is experiencing extreme drought conditions. This affects Niguel Shores and we, as residents, need to be aware of our water usage. Only our common area uses recycled water. We homeowners need to check so that our yard watering is not running down the gutter. Check your sprinklers and do a little hand watering. It is up to each of us to do … [Read more...]
Landscape Committee – Holidays and Homeowner Requests
December 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This past Holiday Season brought a new look to our 40-year-old community—the olive trees with red and green lights took on a festive appearance, along with the lighted coral trees. The Landscape Committee does not authorize the changes, but is a working committee addressing Homeowner Requests and problems arising in the various areas (e.g. … [Read more...]
Villas Irrigation and Ficus trees
December 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The community irrigation system for the Villa front yards is set to deliver the appropriate amount of water for mature plants. Those residents with landscape that requires more water are encouraged to install their own irrigation system or to supplement by hand watering. The community irrigation system has one setting for all residences and cannot … [Read more...]
Landscape Committee – Fall 2013 Update
September 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
There was a lovely ceremony for the Frank Turner Commemorative Bench. Thank you to those who contributed! Fall tree trimming is in progress. We welcome our new manager Marla Miller, as she will be working with our Landscape Contractor. Happy Autumn ! - Sue Forrest … [Read more...]
Landscape Committee – September Update
August 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Frank Turner Memorial Bench A commemorative bench is being installed on Capstan in the grassy area below Halyard. The bench is a tribute to Frank Turner, longtime Shores resident and sculptor of the dolphin statue in front of the community center, and will include a memorial plaque. The bench will provide a new spot for walkers to stop, relax … [Read more...]
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