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‘STIHL Tour des Trees’ will roll through Carolinas in 2016

After the balmy ocean air of last year’s benefit, Stihl is inviting volunteers for the 2016 “STIHL Tour des Trees” to pedal the Piedmont region of the Carolinas. You’ve got time to start training, as the fundraising event is set for Oct. 9-15. Proceeds from the cycling tour benefit the TREE Fund and organizers of […]

February 26, 2016

This photograph makes it easy to guess the site of last year’s STIHL Tour des Trees, which kicked off from Orlando and concluded the following week in Fort Lauderdale. Photo: Stihl Inc.

Big show: New Jersey Landscape 2016 set for next week

It’s no wonder really that New Jersey Landscape 2016 is the premier trade show in the United States’ largest “Tri-State Area,” comprising New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Given the New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association’s year-round educational offerings – particularly through NJLCA University – not to mention a regular slate of social events and chapter […]

February 26, 2016

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Landscape architects profiled for African American History Month

Total Landscape Care profiles six landscape architects for African American History Month. Click here to read more.

February 25, 2016

Chris Sanders practices at the firm of SWT Design, whose projects include Forest Park Forever in St. Louis. The principal designer on the project was Paul Toenjes. Photo: Rendering by SWT Design

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

For Midtown Manhattan landscaper, signature projects happen

Not even its New York City competitors will blame Blondie’s Treehouse Inc. for joining in the celebration of 170 Amsterdam, a new residential building on the Upper West Side that has been shortlisted for a World Architecture News Award. Blondie’s handled landscaping for the project. Blondie’s Treehouse maintains its horticultural and landscape design office in […]

February 23, 2016

Landscape designers created a courtyard area for residents of the urban apartment building. Photo: Blondie’s Treehouse Inc.

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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University forced to rip up new landscape to repair pipe

Across its campuses California State University has adopted many different water conservation methods due to the drought, but CSU Bakersfield has recently had some rotten luck on that front.

February 20, 2016

The leaking pipe was found near the “Prey vs. Predator” iron artwork outside Walter Stiern Library.

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

Landscape architect embraces jobs – one at a time

Landscaping was not John Russell’s first passion, but the winding path that led him to landscape architecture still influences his work today in Birmingham, Alabama.

February 18, 2016

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Landscape architect’s advice: Know your costs, job’s worth

John Russell started his company in 1996 as a landscape design firm and has since transformed it into a successful design/build company in Birmingham, Alabama.

February 18, 2016

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Concrete Craft targets landscapers with product, franchises

California-based Home Franchise Concepts (HFC) has completed its rebranding as “Concrete Craft” – a name landscape contractors can expect to hear regularly.

February 18, 2016

This home’s driveway features a decorative, stained surface from Concrete Craft. Photo: Concrete Craft

Landscaping professionals share tips for success in the new year

Dennis Elverman & Ross Swartz grew up on the same stretch of county road in Wisconsin -- & both men have had an impact on residential & commercial landscaping in Wisconsin & Illinois.

February 18, 2016

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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

Florida researchers battle rose rosette disease

The University of Florida Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has been working to find a way to prevent or treat rose rosette disease, which currently has no cure.

February 17, 2016

A common symptom of rose rosette disease is a witches’ broom of red stunted leaves. Photo: Alan W./Extension.org

Diesel drops below $2 a gallon for first time in a decade

While the U.S. average price of gasoline rose slightly this week, the (EIA) reports that diesel prices fell below $2 a gallon for the first time since 2005.

February 17, 2016

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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.

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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.

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