What is LandScapes Select EL artificial turf?

LandScapes Select EL is a premium synthetic grass product designed for residential and commercial landscaping applications. It features a realistic multi-toned blade structure with a natural thatch layer, offering an authentic look and feel while requiring no watering, mowing, or fertilizing.

How long does a commercial artificial turf installation like this typically last?

High-quality synthetic turf products like LandScapes Select EL are engineered to last 15 to 20 years or more with proper installation and minimal maintenance. Commercial installations benefit from UV-stabilized fibers that resist fading and heavy-duty backing systems that hold up under consistent foot traffic.

Is artificial grass a good choice for commercial courtyards and mixed-use developments?

Yes, artificial grass is an excellent choice for commercial courtyards and mixed-use developments. It provides a consistently attractive appearance year-round, eliminates the need for irrigation and lawn care crews, and can withstand high volumes of foot traffic without deteriorating, making it both a practical and cost-effective solution.

How is drainage handled in a commercial synthetic turf installation?

Proper drainage is a critical component of any commercial turf installation. A compacted aggregate base is engineered beneath the turf to allow water to drain efficiently, preventing puddling and keeping the surface safe and usable shortly after rain events. LandScapes Select EL also features a permeable backing to support effective water flow.

Does synthetic turf require any maintenance after installation?

While synthetic turf eliminates the need for mowing, watering, and fertilizing, periodic maintenance helps extend its lifespan and appearance. This typically includes light brushing to keep fibers upright, removing debris such as leaves or dirt, and occasional rinsing to keep the surface fresh, especially in high-use commercial environments.

LandScapes Select EL Courtyard Turf at Electric Works

Project Overview

Electric Works is one of Fort Wayne’s higher-profile mixed-use developments, and the courtyard sits right where employees, tenants, and community visitors move through all day. The client asked us to cover 2,205 square feet with LandScapes Select EL, a synthetic turf that would look intentional in that setting and not turn into a wear-pattern map by mid-summer. Natural grass in a shared commercial courtyard tends to fail exactly where people walk most. That was the problem worth solving.

Our Approach

Commercial courtyards are less forgiving than residential lawns. Every seam is visible from three floors of windows above, and pedestrian traffic runs on the same lines every day. We assessed drainage first, since a paved courtyard means water has to go somewhere specific, then prepared the base to handle it. LandScapes Select EL was chosen for the courtyard because its multi-tone blade and thatch layer read as real grass under the mixed lighting conditions common in that kind of space. Property managers looking at similar sites can read more about artificial grass for landscaping in commercial applications.

Key Highlights

The finished surface holds its color through direct summer sun, needs no irrigation or mowing, and does not develop the trampled corners that natural grass would in a courtyard this active. From a maintenance-budget perspective, that is where the value lives. The install fits into the broader work we do in Fort Wayne, Indiana and the surrounding area.