Business: Page 162

Topiaries are stars of South Carolina’s Festival of Flowers

Creating topiaries is a labor of love and a yearlong operation in preparation for June’s South Carolina Festival of Flowers, held in Greenwood. Click to read more.

May 31, 2016

One of this year’s topiaries features two water-spewing elephants, Milak and Horton. Photo: South Carolina Festival of Flowers

Researchers to attack emerald ash borer with army of wasps

Thanks to researchers at the University of Delaware, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved an insect that can combat the emerald ash borer. Click to see more.

May 31, 2016

Spathius galinae have sensors in their legs that allow them to detect vibrations of emerald ash borer larvae. Photo: Jian Duan

Sika introduces quick-setting material to secure posts easily

Sika Post Fix is a tool landscapers can use, boasting a two-part, pre-proportioned polyurethane resin that, when mixed, produces an expanding foam. Click for more.

May 31, 2016

The position of the post may be adjusted for up to 10 seconds after the material has been poured into the hole. Photo: Sika

Eight steps to keep your landscape workers safe in the heat

Every year, thousands of workers become ill from working in the heat, and some even die. Here are tips to keep workers safe this summer. Click to read more.

May 30, 2016

StrongArm exoskeletons aim to eliminate back injuries in construction

StrongArm Technologies says their ErgoSkeleton braces are designed for anyone who does a lot of bending and carrying heavy loads -- from construction workers to athletes.

May 30, 2016

The V22 is a lift assist device that is designed to promote pivoting, knee bending and better body mechanics. Photo: StrongArm Technologies

Michigan entrepreneur introduces ‘World’s Toughest Coffee Maker’

Jim Doan, an entrepreneur in Michigan, has designed a rugged “K-cup” coffee brewer, launching his CoffeeBoxx on Kickstarter. Click tor read more.

May 30, 2016

The developer of the coffee maker says it was designed with construction workers in mind. Photo: OXX

Labor Department official addresses ‘myths’ about overtime rule

The U.S. Department of Labor knows there are misconceptions regarding the new overtime rule. Click to read many of the explanation for what it will and won't do.

May 27, 2016

This map shows the Labor Department’s estimate of how many workers in each state are likely to be affected by the new overtime rule, which goes into effect Dec. 1. Graphic: U.S. Department of Labor

News roundup: Americans look forward to doing own yardwork

Gas is at the lowest average price just before Memorial Day weekend since 2009, and homeowners are looking forward to summer yard work. Click to read more.

May 27, 2016

John Deere sweetens warranty on commercial worksite products

John Deere has extended the machine warranty on its entire commercial worksite products line to one-year, unlimited hour, full machine warranty. Click for details.

May 27, 2016

The new warranty will be automatically applied to machines in John Deere’s commercial worksite products line, such as the G-Series compact track loader seen here, until October 2016. Photo: John Deere

Celebrating 4 decades, Connecticut’s ELM eyes future generations

Connecticut based landscape management company Eastern Land Management (ELM) is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Click to see how they made it to this milestone.

May 27, 2016

Eastern Landscape Management services commercial properties in the southern Connecticut and New York metropolitan area. Photo: ELM

All landscapers encouraged to join image-boosting effort

The National Association of Landscape Professionals has created a collection of materials to dispel some of the misperceptions surrounding the green industry.

May 26, 2016

Landscapers can uses these resources to educate customers and legislators on the nature of lawn care. Photo: GreenPal

Designing a garden to attract hummingbirds

If the goal of your landscaping clients is to attract hummingbirds, they'll need a hummingbird garden. Click to see a few tips.

May 26, 2016

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Rachio targets landscape contractors with new sprinkler controller

Rachio, maker of sprinkler controllers that use cloud-based software, has just launched its “PRO” model for landscapers. Click to read more on the development.

May 26, 2016

Among other features, the new PRO model enables landscapers to customize individual zones according to their vegetation, soil, sun exposure, slope and nozzle heads. Photo: Rachio

Keep your rose-loving clients happy by sharing expert advice

The experts at Weeks Roses say many believe roses are fussy and difficult to grow. It's simply not true and we've provided 5 easy steps to help care for them.

May 26, 2016

Weeks Roses Rainbow Happy Trails

Time-management strategies typically pay big dividends

Time management is such an important skill that there are consultants specializing in the process. Click to see time management tips for landscaping businesses.

May 25, 2016

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Landscaping worker’s death brings state penalty of $3,850

A Hilton Head Island landscaping company has been ordered to pay up after the death of an employee last year. Click to read more on serious violations reported.

May 25, 2016

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Irrigation training from Rain Bird scheduled for this summer

Rain Bird Training Services has released its schedule of irrigation boot camp training events for the summer. Click to see dates and locations to prep for success.

May 25, 2016

Stihl buys stake in Chinese maker of GreenWorks tools

Stihl has acquired a share of Globe Tools Group which – like Stihl – is a manufacturer of corded and cordless outdoor power tools under the GreenWorks brand.

May 25, 2016

Long the world leader in chainsaws, Stihl has purchased a minority but “substantial” share of Globe Tools Group, a Chinese company that owns GreenWorks Tools. Photo: GreenWorks

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The SharpGrade GF110 grader blade attachment.

SharpGrade debuts 3 new grader blade attachments at World of Concrete 2026

The skid steer and compact track loader attachments offer fixed or hydraulic-rise front wheels and a way to convert to a six-way dozer blade.

Toro

Toro introduces the all-new Workman LTX utility vehicle

Snow Care For Troops Infographic

Project EverGreen celebrates SnowCare for Troops Awareness Month

Li Dax Ultra Awd

MOVA Tech unveils automated yard tools

Kubota's concept KVPR robot tractor unveiled at CES 2026.

Kubota reveals “Transformer” Tractor KVPR that changes height, width

The Attachments Idea Book

Landscapers use a variety of attachments for doing everything from snow removal to jobsite cleanup, and regardless of how often they are used, every landscaper has a favorite attachment.

Attachments Idea Book Cover