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Ways stone can help control water erosion in the landscape
Erosion is a common pain point that can cause customers to seek out your landscaping services to help remedy the problem. One solution is the strategic usage of stone in the landscape to help mitigate the effects of water erosion.
January 3, 2020
Design/build: The benefits of gabion walls
Gabion walls are an ancient style of wall and they have multiple benefits when used in landscape design.
November 26, 2019
Hardscape North America announces 2019 winners, honorable mentions
View the winning projects of the 2019 Hardscape North America awards. A record 165 projects were entered 18 hardscape categories this year.
November 7, 2019
Business
GIE roundup: Hunter Industries and FX Luminaire present new irrigation/lighting products
FX Luminaire has introduced several new products designed to increase landscapers’ design possibilities. One new product is the HP-48 in-grade paver light, which can be used in both classic and contemporary designs. It is engineered with durable glass and polycarbonate construction and has rating of IP68. It has a patent pending system for installation where […]
November 4, 2019
Business
Belgard showcases six options in Collections by Belgard
At this year’s GIE+EXPO, Belgard introduced six complete Collections by Belgard, which feature paver and wall products for outdoor living spaces, walkways, parking areas, retaining walls and driveways. The company says Collections offers outdoor designers and contractors a way to reimagine an outdoor space by combining complementary product offerings that pair with a home’s style […]
October 18, 2019
Business
Blending backgrounds: Ginkgo Leaf Studio draws from architecture for designs
Ginkgo Leaf Studio, based in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, is a landscape design firm that prides itself on its ability to design landscapes that connect customers with nature and fit with the surrounding space. Jim Drzewiecki, owner and principal of Ginkgo Leaf, credits his business’s success to his passionate focus on design and attention to detail. An […]
October 11, 2019
Business
Permeable pavement: Addressing common questions and concerns
Across the country, permeable, or porous, pavement is gaining popularity over traditional paving solutions like concrete and non-porous asphalt. Permeable pavement is comprised of a combination of interlocking grids that are laid over a prepared subsurface. The grids are filled with one of several fill materials, such as gravel, crushed limestone, or grass. This results […]
September 23, 2019
Business
Details matter: The mission statement driving Seasonal Services
Bret Achtenhagen’s Seasonal Services, based in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, has been in business for 25 years and is focused on creating landscapes that will last for generations. Bret Achtenhagen, president and CEO of Seasonal Services, got the landscaping bug while working for his brother’s company, which focused more on the maintenance side. After parting ways with […]
September 17, 2019
Business
Industry roundup: Case upgrades F series compact wheel loaders
Case Construction Equipment has upgraded its F series compact wheel loader lineup with new adjustable electro-hydraulic controls. The company says this added functionality allows operators to adjust the responsiveness of the lift and tilt bucket functions for improved control and efficiency on the jobsite. Case says the lift and tilt settings can now be adjusted […]
September 17, 2019
Business
Family landscapes: Planning designs for the future
Outdoor living spaces have been a trend for years now but striking a balance where everyone in the family can enjoy the backyard at the same time is truly an art.
August 29, 2019
Business
Making the most of interlocking concrete pavers
Interlocking concrete pavers are a staple of hardscaping projects nowadays, but prior to the mid-1940s, only individual cut stones or clay bricks could be used to create segmental paving for roadways and paths. Holland created concrete pavers due to the fact it is under sea level and constantly had to deal with ground shifts causing […]
August 28, 2019
Business
Getting your hands dirty: Out and about with the crews at Blackjack Horticulture
Blackjack Horticulture in Birmingham, Alabama, prides itself on creating a company culture that draws employees in, keeps them content and showcases their talents and projects via social media.
August 28, 2019
Business
Silica regulations: Understanding why compliance is important
While there has been an increase in awareness, the vast majority still do not understand the silica threat. Click here to learn why this regulation is important.
August 26, 2019
Business
Hardscaping how to: Permeable paver installation
Permeable pavers offer beautiful hardscape design with sustainable and environmentally beneficial properties. Learn more here on Total Landscape Care.
August 22, 2019
Business
Industry roundup: Toro adds two new walk-behind trencher models
Toro has expanded its TRX walk-behind trencher line with two new models, the TRX-250 and the TRX-300.
August 2, 2019
Business
History in the making: Landscaping and maintaining historic sites
Maintaining and protecting your customer’s landscape certainly comes with its own set of challenges, but when it comes to working with landscapes that are deemed historic, the processes can become even more detailed and the challenges a bit more unique. If you find yourself in a position to work on a site that’s considered historic, […]
August 2, 2019
Business
Product roundup: Greenworks Commercial adds three new models to its 82V string trimmer line
Greenworks Commercial has three new lithium-ion string trimmer models in its 82V line.
July 24, 2019
Business
Safety watch: Keeping customers safe as they use their fire features
Even though it’s summertime, you may still have customers in your area that are ready and willing to either take advantage of the fire feature they have or have one installed to enjoy in the coming months. If you’re approaching a new customer who wants a fire feature installed, be sure to take time to […]
July 19, 2019
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