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Research initiative looks toward future of horticulture industry
A new research initiative launched by AmericanHort and its research endowment, the Horticultural Research Institute, aims to shed light on the future of the horticulture industry and the most effective ways for horticultural businesses of all sizes to meet consumer expectations today and in the future. Called “Shift,” the research effort will be ongoing for […]
June 18, 2015
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Bobcat adds to M-Series lineup with Tier 4-compliant S740 skid steer
Bobcat’s newest 700 frame-size skid steer, the 74-horsepower S740, is also the company’s first Tier 4-compliant model in that size class. The S740 doesn’t require a diesel particulate filter, selective catalytic reduction or diesel exhaust fluid. The non-DPF solution was achieved through the use of a diesel oxidation catalyst that reacts with engine exhaust upon […]
June 18, 2015
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Deere launches TractorPlus app for compact utility tractor operators
John Deere has introduced the “TractorPlus” application to provide customers with easy access to information about Deere’s 3E, 3R, 4M and 4R compact utility tractors. Intended to serve as a quick reference tool, the TractorPlus application offers a variety of features for convenience while working: Tractor Setup – provides a step-by-step guide for setting up […]
June 17, 2015
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Minnesota restaurant’s patio shut down due to lack of plants
Police in Mankato, Minnesota, recently shut down the sidewalk patio of a restaurant there because it contained no live plants. In an ordinance passed last summer, the city of Mankato required that at least 25 percent of such areas be covered by live plants. City Manager Pat Hentges told the Star Tribune the landscape edict, […]
June 17, 2015
The patio at the Blue Bricks restaurant reopened the day after police shut it down for not having enough plants. Photo: The Mankato Times
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Job No. 1 in creating a landscaping blog: Generate ideas
Blogging is a great way to promote your landscaping business while communicating helpful information to potential and current clients. And creating a blog doesn’t have to be a daunting endeavor, especially when you begin with a solid plan – or “content strategy” as it’s known in the online world. The first step is to generate […]
June 17, 2015
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How-To: Help non-English-speaking employees help you succeed
Among the 66,000 people a year coming to the United States from foreign countries to do temporary work with an H-2B visa, it’s a good bet only a handful will be proficient in English. Some of the workers, of course, will have a limited command of a small number of often-used English words, while many […]
June 17, 2015
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Texas landscaper’s HOA forces him to remove xeriscaping
A homeowners association (HOA) in north Texas recently forced a resident to remove his property’s xeriscaping – landscaping specifically designed to require little or no irrigation. Stephen Bender, a landscaper, lives in the Riverchase HOA in Coppell, one of many communities across North Texas that are encouraging property owners to reduce water use as much […]
June 17, 2015
Texas homeowner Stephen Bender, a landscaper, heeded his community’s call for residents to reduce water use and put in this xeriscaping. Photo: WFAA-TV.
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Expo sponsors say mix of floriculture, fresh produce was big hit
Having just wrapped up their combined conference in Chicago, representatives of the International Floriculture Expo (IFE) and the United Fresh Produce Association say their collaboration on this year’s event was a huge success. “Exhibitors and visitors are truly excited and impressed with the value of combining produce and floral,” says Christine Salmon, event manager with […]
June 16, 2015
Susan Packard, co-founder of HGTV, was the keynote speaker during the pre-exhibition educational sessions.
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Bob-Cat mowers on parade in company’s new virtual showroom
Bob-Cat has launched a new website to showcase its mowers. Based in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin, Bob-Cat says the site’s homepage offers improved navigation and a large, scrolling deck featuring highlights of the company’s latest news, products and purchasing options. In a new release on the launch, the company says bobcatturf.com also offers users a simplified […]
June 16, 2015
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Bad to the bark: Carlton stump cutter boasts turbo-charged engine
With a 99-horsepower, turbo-charged Kubota diesel engine, the Carlton SP8018TRX stump cutter is designed for high production in both clearing and large residential removal applications. The model’s two-stage cutter head drive also accounts for its substantial cutting power. The Carlton “Razor Cutting System” offers a low-profile holder design coupled with large-faced carbide teeth. According to […]
June 16, 2015
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With few exceptions, keep invasive species out of landscape
Growing up in Northern Illinois, I watched my Dad walk into the woods on our property several times a year to spray the garlic mustard. Originally from Europe, this invasive species was once used for medicinal purposes. For my Dad, however, garlic mustard was nothing but a headache. With no natural enemies, it grows rapidly, […]
June 16, 2015
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Landscapers, too, can tap the enticements of sensory gardens
The United Kingdom’s Grow Wild program, which encourages the planting of communal gardens using native plants, recently awarded £2,500, or approximately $3,900, for the creation of a sensory garden at an adult day-care center in Dundee, Scotland, that serves people living with dementia. Long known for their therapeutic benefits, sensory gardens are designed to […]
June 15, 2015
The Portland Memory Garden in Oregon’s largest city includes four seasons of plants and flowers in raised beds. The plants were chosen in part to stimulate the senses and spark memories. Photo: www.portlandmemorygarden.org
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Briggs and Stratton: New walk-behind mower engine won’t need oil changes
“Just check and add” is the promise behind the first gasoline-powered, walk-behind lawnmower engine that doesn’t require oil changes, according to the engine’s maker, Briggs and Stratton. Users simply check the oil level and add as necessary. The EXi Series from Briggs and Stratton was designed to eliminate the issues that contribute to the need […]
June 15, 2015
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Students receive awards for becoming ‘Backyard Superheroes’
In classrooms across the country, Water Warrior, Professor Botany, Green Ranger, Big Rooty and other heroes joined TurffMutt to battle villains Carbon Creep, Dust Demon, Dr. Runoff and Heat Freak as part of the TurfMutt environmental stewardship and education program, in which children learn how to take care of green spaces. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute […]
June 15, 2015
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Even professional landscapers need mowing safety reminders
Those mowing safety tips that get pushed out every summer in a variety of popular media aren’t just for amateurs. Landscaping professionals would do well to review the fundamentals of mowing safety regularly, if only to ensure you’re ready to pass them along to employees or crew members you supervise. According to Consumer Reports, more […]
June 12, 2015
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Toro touts new suspension system for select Z Master mowers
Toro has introduced a new suspension system for some of its Z Master zero-turn mowers. Called “MyRide,” the system features a fully suspended operator platform that delivers 3.6 inches of travel and isolates the operator from the rest of the machine. Toro says the design reduces impacts, bumps and vibrations for a more comfortable ride. […]
June 12, 2015
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Altoz pushes sales with free horsepower boost on ZTR mowers
Altoz, a manufacturer of commercial and residential zero-turn-radius (ZTR) mowers, is offering customers a free engine upgrade through its “Power Up” sales promotion, which is only available through authorized dealers. For a limited time, Altoz says, its customers can get a 26-horsepower Briggs & Stratton Commercial Turf engine rather than the standard 24-horsepower Commercial Turf […]
June 12, 2015
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Landscape in Minneapolis Sculpture Garden slated for redesign
The iconic Minneapolis Sculpture Garden at the city’s Walker Art Center is scheduled to close in October for an overhaul that’s long overdue, according to the project manager with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. “The garden is deteriorating. The plant mat is becoming overgrown. Some of the granite infrastructure is falling aside and cracking,” […]
June 11, 2015
The Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. from Photo: mytwincities.net
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