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Despite El Nino rains, Palo Alto tightens water restrictions

California’s drought is far from over despite El Nino rain, & Palo Alto’s city council has introduced a new landscaping ordinance affecting water usage.

January 20, 2016

Palo Alto's new landscaping ordinance requires the usage of native or low-water-use plants.

As expected, Obama quashes attempts to scuttle water rule

The National Association of Landscape Professionals is among numerous groups fighting the WOTUS rule, which outlines EPA’s authority over small bodies of water.

January 20, 2016

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Utility group aims to turn lawn waste into compost, sell it

The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) in Florida is launching a new composting program that turns yard waste into compost in just 90 days.

January 20, 2016

As part of the composting process, the materials are mixed by a windrow machine, as seen here.

Tulsa landscaper offers homeowners the complete package

Tom Butchko started his landscaping business in Tulsa, Oklahoma and has grown it to $1.5 million in annual revenue. He did that by focusing on the client.

January 19, 2016

Major projects such as this outdoor living area can develop from client relationships that began with simple lawn-care jobs, Butchko says. Photo: Lauren Heartsill Dowdle

SF Plant Finder makes it easy to go native, foster habitat

California’s Strategic Growth Council funded Green Connections has launched a new site, SF Plant Finder, is making a difference in finding and planting native plants.

January 19, 2016

Sea Thrift is one of SF Plant Finder’s “Super 60.” These plants are common, relatively hardy natives that will create a high quality wildlife habitat in San Francisco.

Award-winning landscape architecture firm promotes 3 managers

Rhodeside & Harwell, a landscape architecture & planning firm headquartered in Virginia, has promoted 3 staff members -- Kurt Parker, Meredith Judy & Thomas Rainer.

January 19, 2016

In market crowded with sellers, choosing seeds is challenging

From inevitable questions about growing vegetable gardens to adding a nursery operation, these 7 websites help to get you started in your landscaping challenges.

January 18, 2016

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AmericanHort invites interior plantscapers to AmericasMart Atlanta

On March 2, in partnership with AmericasMart Atlanta, AmericanHort will offer a professional holiday decorating workshop for interior plantscapers.

January 18, 2016

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Gasoline’s not alone: CNG down to 39 cents per gallon

Confirmation came on Friday that a 7-Eleven in Oklahoma was selling compressed natural gas at 39 cents per gas gallon equivalent (or “gge”), the lowest since 2009.

January 18, 2016

CNG prices have been dropping across the country following the renewal of a federal alternative fuel tax credit.

FTC falls short on ethanol labeling requirements, OPEI says

The makers of outdoor power equipment aren’t altogether satisfied with the Federal Trade Commission’s final rule on ethanol labeling.

January 18, 2016

John Deere broadens 2016 commercial mowing lineup

John Deere is introducing a new zero-turn mower and expanding an existing product line, with the new Z960M and expanded Z970R ZTrak mowers, both powerful and affordable.

January 15, 2016

The new Z960M has a 31-horsepower engine and is available with 60 and 72-inch decks.

Industry veteran advises landscapers to exploit technology

25-year green industry veteran Judith Guido gives insight into the future of landscaping, including sustainability and how new technology plays a factor in success.

January 15, 2016

Time to save your spot at landscaping’s top recruiting event

The annual National Collegiate Landscape Competition is set for March 16-19 at Mississippi State University. It's time to reserve your space through NALP.

January 15, 2016

Graham Spray Equipment expands line of landscaping tools

Graham Spray Equipment is adding a professional tiller, aerator and a deep-root fertilizer gun to its online catalog this year has also revamped the catalog.

January 14, 2016

Landscapers’ trade group hires VP of government relations

The National Association of Landscape Professionals announced this week the hiring of Paul Mendelsohn as vice president of government relations to strengthen its influence in Washington.

January 14, 2016

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For Maryland landscaping company, it’s all about family

Maryland-based TDH Landscaping has taken pride in building a highly respected, 50 year old business by nurturing strong relationships with each of its employees.

January 14, 2016

TDH Landscaping demonstrates its expertise in design, construction, plant selection and installation in this project for a residential client.

Franchisor anticipates good year for landscaping companies

The Grounds Guys, a commercial and residential grounds-care franchise, is responding to the housing boom with 60 or more new franchise locations in 2016.

January 13, 2016

A Grounds Guys worker adjusts sprinkler heads in an irrigation system.

Thieves target trucks for catalytic converters

Trucks are more frequently targeted by thieves for their catalytic converters -- because of their high clearance -- according to police and insurance companies.

January 13, 2016

Catalytic converters are more frequently stolen from trucks than any other vehicles. Steps can be taken to prevent it. Pictured above is a catalytic converter alarm system from Cat Strap.

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Echo demonstrates new battery-powered landscaping equipment at 2026 Power-On-Athon outdoor event

Total Landscape Care's coverage moving to EquipmentWorld.com

On Oct. 1, Fusable will cease production of Total Landscape Care as a stand-alone website and newsletter and will migrate the brand’s existing coverage of the landscaping industry to sister brand Equipment World.

Man operating green and yellow John Deere lawn mower on residential property with brick house and trees

John Deere refines Z700 ZTrak Mower lineup

Red and white zero-turn radius lawn mower displayed on green grass field with trees in background

Kress expands autonomous mowing lineup with new 60-inch Voyager

Two people in purple shirts holding a black and white dog at an equip 2025 event

The TurfMutt Foundation’s signature events set for Equip Expo 2026

Blue tracked skid steer loader clearing brush in autumn forest

Vanquish vegetation: Brush cutters for skid steers and compact track loaders

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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.

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