Landscape Legacy
Quality service for 17 years and counting
By Dennis McNabb, Active Media
Photos by Andrew Sambuceto, Active Media
Back in 2004, Andres Picon Pacheco moved his family to Oregon from Colombia and immediately began working in the landscape industry. Inherently hard-working and ambitious, Andres soon struck out on his own and in 2007, Andres Landscape was born. From those humble beginnings, the company flourished and now employs over 100 people! Their family-friendly approach, superior customer service and creativew artistry have earned them the deserved reputation as a market leader in both residential and commercial landscaping. In the last 5 years, Andres Landsape has expanded to doing large scale public work and private commercial projects all over Oregon and Washington and has recently expanded into Idaho.
In 2019, Andres’s son, Andres Picon Ardila, graduated college with a degree in finance and joined the team as the new Business Manager. I had the pleasure of speaking with Andres Picon Ardila and it was immediately clear why Andres Landscape is such a success. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable and professional regarding the business, but
his passion was evident. There is a real sense of pride in what they’ve accomplished: a multi-generational family legacy.
Andres Landscape offers a variety of services that run the gamut from smaller maintenance jobs all the way up to complete landscape renovations, redesigns and construction projects. Maintenance work includes turf management, lawn care, fertilization programs, weed control, pruning and trimming, and backflow testing to ensure you are county compliant. Design and construction work is comprehensive: hardscapes, patio covers, retaining walls, water features, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, fire pits, and spas. They also do bark and compost, playground chip blowing services, sod and irrigation installations, irrigation repairs, outdoor lighting, outdoor audio, plant design, preventative and/ or restorative drainage systems, and one-time storm cleanups. Everything is done with an eco-friendly and artistic flair, customdesigned to match each individual client’s specific needs.
Creating a design for your outdoor space, whether it’s in a residential setting (front or back yard), or a commercial setting (business park), takes a keen eye. It requires extensive knowledge and experience to ensure you are making the most of the space while simultaneously avoiding many of the common pitfalls
these types of projects can generate. How often have you noticed trees improperly installed on properties where the surfacelevel roots buckle the sidewalks and make for hazardous walking conditions? Or improperly installed drainage systems which leave high-traffic areas flooded during the rains?
Andres Landscape has a highly-trained and experienced design team to assist you in making all the right choices, serving up form and function to provide superior curb appeal while still maintaining proper functionality. Their installers are the best in the business and can transform your property from banal to beautiful in the snap of a finger. They seek to provide unparalleled service by treating every client like family, and since they have individual experts leading each department of the organization, you always get the best advice from the most qualified personnel.
for a free estimate 503-632-3366, or check out their website to view some amazing photos of their work and customer testimonials: andreslandscapellc.com. Also, contact Andres Exteriors (sister organization) for siding, roofing, etc.!
Marry Me Chicken
Say YES to Valentine’s dinner at home
Ingredients
8 ounces spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* Kosher salt and black pepper
1 shallot, halved and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 jar (6.3-ounce) sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 chicken bouillon cube (0.4-ounce)
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
Directions
In large pot, cook pasta in boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons oil
in large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and black pepper on both sides. Cook undisturbed until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Cook other side until golden brown, about 5 minutes more. Remove to plate. Add 1 tablespoon oil and shallot to same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender. Add garlic, stirring continuously, until fragrant. Add broth and scrape up browned bits. Add tomatoes, bouillon, cream, oregano, red pepper flakes and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir until cube dissolves. Bring sauce to a boil; reduce to a simmer over medium-low heat. Nestle chicken in sauce. Cook until sauce thickens slightly and chicken registers at 165ºF, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and basil. Serve with spaghetti.
