The Outback Blog


We love to shop. New clothes, sparkly jewelry, stylish furniture, updated faucets, cool kayaks. And all of it’s available online without ever leaving the comfort of home.

A recent Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults found that roughly eight in 10 Americans are now online shoppers.

What does that mean for brick and mortar retailers? You have to step up your game to attract shoppers who will stop in and spend.

You might offer sales and promotions, increase your ad budget, but don't forget the power of great landscaping to attract shoppers.

How to bring them in? Here are seven great retail center landscaping ideas.



Sometimes, your commercial landscaping just gets away from you.

We see it all the time. Property managers have a lot on their plates. Problems are often sneaky.

Maybe your irrigation system turns on faithfully — including right after it rains.

Tree branches seem to have a mind of their own, snagging passers-by and growing into the sides of buildings.

Don't worry — it’s not just you. Here’s a look at five of the most common landscaping problems. The good news? We know exactly how to fix them.


Colorful flower beds, appealing outdoor seating areas, maybe an impressive water feature — landscaping retail properties involves curb appeal and interest.

But safety is even more important — and your landscaping is a key factor.

As a property owner, you're legally liable if a customer gets injured on your site. How can your landscaping keep your visitors and tenants safe?

Take a look.