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Fake it till you make it? The pros and cons of synthetic turf
Here are some of the pros and cons of synthetic turf that you can share with customers if they are on the fence about using turf. More here!
September 4, 2017
Business
The West prepares for the inevitable invasion of emerald ash borer
EAB seemed to only be a problem for those east of the Mississippi River, but in recent years states like Colorado and Nebraska have found infestations.
August 2, 2017
Business
Outdoor living still dominates homowners’ renovation plans
According to a survey, over half of the homeowners in the United States are planning for their next home improvement project. Read more on Total Landscape Care!
February 28, 2017
Business
South joins West, New England in coping with drought
The Southeast hasn’t experienced a severe drought in years and a dry winter is expected if a weak La Nina develops. Click to read more on the unusual conditions.
November 1, 2016
Lawn maintenance
11 ways to respond to clients’ desire to save water
Even areas that aren’t currently in a drought can benefit by conserving water. Click for tips on plant choices and xeriscaping to make the process easier.
October 3, 2016
Design-Build
Using rock gardens in landscaping
Long a standard in the arid West and high-desert regions such as the Rockies, rock gardens have become increasingly popular throughout the country. A rock garden, also known as an alpine garden or rockery, incorporates stones and boulders with dwarf shrubs and low-growing or creeping plants.
March 20, 2015
Business
How to maintain desert landscapes through seasonal change
This time of year can be a bit tricky for those landscapers working in the West. The weather is changing, which means it’s time to start paying close attention to how you maintain lawns.
September 2, 2014
Design-Build
Plant life: Rock garden options
Enhance your design with plants that thrive in harsh environments
May 16, 2014
Business
Houzz Study Shows Clients Want More
Spring cleaning is underway, and clients are cleaning up more than the inside of their homes. According to the most recent study from Houzz, creating an entertaining space and fixing problems are equally important to homeowners.
April 24, 2014
Business
IBHS Offers Wildfire Protection Tips
Wildfires are continuing to spread out West, and one fire in particular is causing a great deal of damage. The Silver Fire in Southern California is spreading rapidly, and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) is urging residents to help prepare homes and surrounding landscapes to be ready for such intense fires.
August 13, 2013
Business
Don’t let lawns sizzle this summer
Getting that sleek, perfect golf-course finish on a lawn may be ideal in the beginning, but one missed step in watering could be a disaster. A lawn can turn brown at the first sign of stress, whether that would be from over-watering or drought. If the lawn is mowed to low, the roots haven’t been established to pull water from the soil.
May 20, 2013
Business
Scorching Heat Key Concern this Summer
Landscapers up and down the West and East coasts are trying to find new ways to save water, but some people are saying it’s not the drought that’s the problem – it’s the heat. According to an article from The Oklahoma Daily, the landscaping director of the OU landscaping department said battling the heat would be the problem this summer season.
May 1, 2013
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