Lawn maintenance: Page 71

Landscapers launch preemptive attacks with pre-emergent herbicides

No one wants weeds in their yard, and the best way to go about eliminating them is to prevent them. This is where pre-emergent herbicides come into play.

March 9, 2016

For lush, weed-free lawns like this, landscapers have to be proactive and apply pre-emergent herbicides. Photo: Dow AgroSciences

Rainwater harvesting: Research bolsters case for landscaping trend

A Drexel University study shows that 4 major U.S. cities receive enough rainfall each year that collected water could be used by homeowners for their toilet flushes.

March 9, 2016

If a large enough rainwater harvesting tank is used, homeowner could significantly reduce the amount of potable water used for flushing the toilet. Photo: SuSanA Secretariat/Flickr

City rethinks policy that quadruples landscaping costs

Landscaping companies’ in Claremont, California are reluctant to bid work due to the city’s new request that landscapers not use any chemicals or leaf blowers.

March 7, 2016

CLS Landscape Management has been in business since 1983 and maintains five cities. Photo: CLS Landscape Management

Irrigation Association deadline nears for booth-space contracts

The Irrigation Show & Education Conference is set for Dec. 5-9 in Las Vegas along with the National Groundwater Association, creating one of the largest irrigation exhibitions ever.

March 4, 2016

Irrigation association

Researchers offer remedy for post-construction soil compaction

Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed a process that improves soil compacted by construction crews. The method is called Soil Profile Rebuilding.

March 4, 2016

Project EverGreen, TPI lend hand to Habitat for Humanity

Project EverGreen, Turfgrass Producers International & Houston Habitat for Humanity joined forces to install lawns & landscapes at five homes in the Harrell Park subdivision.

March 3, 2016

Volunteers from Project EverGreen, Turfgrass Producers International, the Brickman Group and Habitat for Humanity Houston lay sod and plant trees for five new homes. Photo: Project EverGreen

Classen says PRO SA30 Stand-Aer designed for durability

Classen, a Schiller Grounds Care brand of commercial & residential turf-care equipment, has introduced a new stand-on aerator, the Classen PRO SA30 Stand-Aer.

March 2, 2016

Classsen says the newPRO SA30 Stand-Aer features automatic chain tensioning, a core depth limiter and a dual arm system for added tine shaft strength. Photo: Classen

Case CE wants to plant a tree for your landscaping company

Case Construction Equipment is honoring landscaping & nursery companies by planting a tree in their honor leading up to Earth Day. A Facebook page is all you need.

March 2, 2016

For every photo of a landscaping crew submitted, Case will plant a tree. Photo: CASE

Goats gone wrong: City says farewell to cleanup crew

Back in October, a crew of 75 billies and nannies were rented from to clear 9.1 acres of blackberry and English ivy at Minto-Brown Island Park. They have since been fired.

February 29, 2016

Goats have been hired by Google and at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, but the city of Salem has fired their crew.

ASLA predicts trends for residential landscaping projects

Sustainable design is the big trend this year, according to a 2016 Landscape Architecture Trends Survey conducted by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA).

February 29, 2016

Pergolas, such as this one erected by Tom’s Outdoor Living in Tulsa, Oklahoma, continue to be popular elements in the residential landscape. Photo: Lauren Heartsill Dowdle

Irrigation classes provide chance to catch up on those CEUs

With the busy season approaching fast, landscapers may be trying to schedule continuing education sessions during what’s left of the cold weather. The Irrigation Association has a comprehensive list of training opportunities that offer the chance to earn continuing education units (CEUs) to obtain – or maintain – your certification credentials. While professional certification is […]

February 26, 2016

Irrigation association

Guarding against oak wilt: Put away the pruners

Click to read Total Landscape Care & find out how to prevent oak wilt during peak transmission season. Follow us for the latest news landscapers need to know.

February 23, 2016

MANTS show attendance points to upbeat green industry

Green industry professionals from far and wide flocked to Baltimore for the 46th Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS), with attendance reaching a little over 11,000 this year. The trade show was held January 6-8 at the Baltimore Convention Center, where 966 exhibitors displayed a variety of horticultural products, including landscaping solutions in addition to the […]

February 23, 2016

A variety of attendees and exhibitors gathered in Baltimore for MANTS 46th show. Photo: MANTS

Q1: John Deere bruised by agriculture, construction markets

As with Toro’s fiscal year, John Deere and Co.’s first quarter is November through January, but unlike Toro’s outstanding performance, the much larger and more diverse John Deere, along with many of its competitors (Caterpillar especially comes to mind), is facing a variety of headwinds. One of the stiffest of them is agricultural equipment, followed […]

February 22, 2016

Construction and landscaping crews both use compact equipment from John Deere. Landscaping held up relatively well in Deere’s latest financial report. Construction? Not so much. Photo: John Deere

When moss is the choice, keep these facts in mind

Here are some things that landscapers should keep in mind and take into account when adding a moss garden. Click here to learn more about moss garden's on TLC.

February 22, 2016

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New ArborSystems product takes aim at emerald ash borer

The fight against emerald ash borer beetle is taking off with an insecticide-miticide known as Emamectin Benzoate, used in Direct-Inject Tree Injection System.

February 19, 2016

The company’s injection system helps ensure the insecticide will be distributed throughout the tree’s vascular system. Photo: ArborSystems

Nonprofit’s ‘Garden in a Box’ program promotes water savings

A Colorado nonprofit, Center for ReSource Conservation, has been working with professional landscapers to put together this year’s water-conserving “Garden In a Box” packages.

February 19, 2016

Garden In A Box allows customers to plant with confidence species that are adapted to Colorado’s climate. Photo: CRC

Critics take aim at mulch made of recycled tires

Setting aside a client’s personal landscaping preference, there are pros and cons to adding rubber mulch. Here are the most hotly debated issues.

February 17, 2016

Rubber mulch comes in a variety of colors and some can look similar to wood mulch. Photo: Creative Rubber Works

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The 2026 Supercharged Yenko/SC Silverado 2500/3500 Heavy-Duty Off-Road boasts a 1,000-horsepower engine.

2026 GMC Sierra, Chevy Silverado get supercharged to 1,000 HP by SVE

The new specialty, limited-edition pickups bring more than twice the horsepower of the standard factory models' V8 option.

My27 1 Series Cu Ts 4

John Deere unveils redesigned 1 Series Compact Utility Tractors for 2027

Equip Expo

Housing blocks open for Equip Exposition 2026

Takeuchi claims it produced the world's first 360-degree slew compact excavator in 1971, the TB1000, shown above. The compact excavator, however, didn't catch on in the U.S. until 20 or so years later, despite American manufacturer P&H's S-20 Stik-Clam, which came out in 1965.

Getting the max out of the mini: Compact Excavator Buyer’s Guide 2026

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New Holland completely redesigns T7 Tractors with more power, comfort

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