Sage Johnson (TLC)BusinessRoadside plantings in Florida community have residents dividedCity leaders in Bonita Springs, Florida, are moving ahead with a $1.8 million project to replace 15 miles of plants along U.S. Highway 41, the city’s main thoroughfare. They say the 7-year-old plants are in need of an upgrade, especially because that portion of the highway is the gateway to the city. “We feel it’s […]May 1, 2015BusinessRed-Dot Deck Grommet PRO recessed power outlet increases safetyPowering small items on raised decks can now be done safely and conveniently with the new Red-Dot Deck Grommet PRO from Thomas and Betts, which features a receptacle that remains concealed beneath the deck board, eliminating the draping of power cords along the deck surface. The Deck Grommet PRO also eliminates the safety hazard of […]April 30, 2015BusinessHow to: Get out in front of insects with an IPMWhen protecting a landscape from the devastating effects of insects, it’s not enough to simply treat plants and turf with chemicals after pests invade. Professional landscapers have to employ a combination of solutions aimed at preventing pest problems. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) uses economically and environmentally sustainable practices to strengthen and stabilize the landscape, creating […]April 30, 2015Design-BuildAdd color to a shady landscape with these vibrant plantsA place in the shade is certainly comfortable, but it can also be colorful with the addition of these shade-loving flowers and plants. New Guinea Impatiens provide annual color in shady spaces. Because of their long blooming cycle, you’ll have color through the summer and into fall. New Guinea Impatiens grow to approximately 14 […]April 30, 2015BusinessNew book links the survival skills of seeds to human evolutionIn his new book, The Triumph of Seeds: How grains, nuts, kernels, pulses, and pip conquered the plant kingdom and shaped human history, Thor Hansen delves into the extraordinary survival characteristics of seeds and their role in the rise of human civilizations. “Without the act and anticipation of planting seeds and harvesting them, Hansen insists […]April 29, 2015BusinessSeaScape Lawn Care becomes Rhode Island’s first Green Certified Landscaping CompanyThe Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has recognized SeaScape Lawn Care as the state’s first Green Certified Landscaping Company, citing the firm’s commitment to environmentally safe turf management. Based in Coventry, Rhode Island, SeaScape began offering lawn-care services in 1989 and has expanded to include plant health care, full-service tree work, pest control, […]April 29, 2015BusinessNew Shrub Gun designed for efficient, up-close workAirSpade’s new soil excavation tool, the HT144 Shrub Gun, uses compressed air to quickly and efficiently remove soil covering roots and other underground objects without damage. Featuring a new, short-barrel design and “supersonic” nozzle that generates airflow at Mach 2, the HT144 is designed for close-up work with shrubs, bushes and flower beds. Weighing less than 5 […]April 28, 2015BusinessCaltrans wastes millions of gallons of reclaimed water for San Diego landscapingAs Californians grapple with ways to reduce water usage in the face of an epic drought, from painting brown lawns green to removing yards altogether, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues to use drinking water to protect miles of landscaping along medians and embankments in San Diego County. Each year, the department uses about […]April 28, 2015BusinessCacti having a moment in the sunCalifornia landscapers are helping homeowners reimagine their yards as the state suffers through an epic drought. Solutions to Governor Jerry Brown’s call for a 25-percent reduction in water use range from painting brown grass green, to complete yard removal in favor of drought-resistant plants. As a result, cacti and other succulents are becoming popular. “It […]April 24, 2015BusinessFor Arbor Day: trees by the numbersIn honor of Arbor Day, here are a few lesser-known facts about trees: 1872: The year of the first Arbor Day observance on April 10, proposed by Nebraska pioneer J. Sterling Morgan, was observed April 10, 1874, in order to promote the benefits of trees and encourage tree planting. 26,000: the number of miles a car […]April 24, 2015Previous PagePage 13 of 16Next PageTop StoriesHomeThe newest innovation in drip irrigation prevents cloggingToro recently released its newest precision irrigation solution – 17MM Drip In Brown Surface Dripline incorporating a larger, clog-resistant, emitter into the industry-standard 17mm dripline.Home“A handy, light machine” – Test run of Kubota’s SCL1000 Stand-On Mini LoaderHomeJohn Deere launches Operations Center PRO ServiceHomeBobcat donates $150,000 to local parksHome2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Revealed: 9 trims, 4 Engines, 6 Special Editions
