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Bob-Cat debuts first stand-on mower
Bob-Cat, a manufacturer of commercial-quality turf mowers, has introduced its first stand-on mower, the QuickCat. Featuring an ergonomic design that places the platform close to the drive axles, the QuickCat reduces vibration and rider fatigue to provide commercial operators with all-day comfort, stability and performance. Stand-on mowers are ideal for tight, smaller spaces where the […]
April 16, 2015
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Coping with stress is key to a healthy, happy life
In recent years, I’ve noticed a bunch of new “holidays” being celebrated that I’ve never heard of before. Crazy about Jif? Sorry, you missed Peanut Butter Lovers’ Day – it was last month. You also missed out on If Pets Had Thumbs Day, which I’m not exactly sure how you celebrate, anyway. I did notice […]
April 16, 2015
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This Arbor Day, convince your clients to plant more trees
With National Arbor Day just around the corner on April 24, it’s the perfect time to convince clients to add trees to their landscaping. Although trees are undeniably a beautiful addition to any outdoor space, they don’t just help screen out unsightly views. Consider sharing some of the other benefits trees provide with your customers. […]
April 14, 2015
Planting trees provide a range of personal and community benefits.
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California landscapers help homeowners transition to drought-resistant lawns
Faced with an epic drought that is not expected to end anytime soon, Californians under mandatory water use restrictions are exploring a myriad of water-saving strategies, including removal of the lush green lawns the state has become known for. But transitioning from green grass to more a drought-tolerant landscape can be expensive. Some California landscapers […]
April 14, 2015
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Local governments in California respond to water use restrictions
As the reality – and implications – of California Gov. Jerry Brown’s call for a 25 percent statewide water use reduction, landscapers are watching to see how the issue unfolds in the drought-stricken state and across the country. The nation-wide coverage of the water use restrictions shows Americans’ increased awareness of water conservation. Less than […]
April 13, 2015
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A new look at landscaping commercial properties
By Carol Robertson After six-foot drifts of snow covered the ground all winter in Massachusetts, the talk among my friends and colleagues was about our impatience for spring to arrive. We longed for the warmer weather and green landscapes of spring. But what is it that we were really craving? And how can we focus […]
April 13, 2015
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Discovering new methods for creating landscape illustrations
Homeowners have come to expect landscapers to provide digital representations of their designs and projects. A new book, Representing Landscapes: Digital, by Nadia Amoroso, explores a variety of methods for creating these illustrations. Amoroso, who has authored several books, is an urban designer, landscape architectural designer, academic, mapping and visual representation expert and the Director […]
April 13, 2015
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Water shortage in California the result of 40 years of delusional infrastructure neglect
California’s water shortage looms large in the headlines this spring. What few are talking about, however, is that the shortage is entirely man made. While the shortage is being blamed on global warming, big developers and big agriculture, it’s really the fault of big-headed people with a small vision of the future. These dire circumstances […]
April 8, 2015
The Folsom Lake reservoir near Sacramento at a near record low in 2014. Credit: Randall Benton/Sacramento Bee
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Colorado park overhaul focuses on native landscape elements
One of Dillon, Colorado’s most popular attractions, Marina Park, is getting a makeover after pine beetles deforested the shore several years ago. The project includes planting more than 500 shrubs, alpine grasses, and several spruce, aspen, chokecherry, maple and blossoming crabapple trees. “We wanted a mix of more native plant material that will thrive at […]
April 8, 2015
Marina Park Pavilion. Town of Dillon.
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Water-use restrictions have California homeowners looking for drought-resistant landscaping
When California Governor Jerry Brown imposed mandatory water restrictions on residents, businesses and farms last week, he caused many to wonder about how to maintain their lawns. The Governor, who ordered cities and towns in the state to reduce water usage by 25 percent, suggested people move away from grass in favor of more drought-tolerant […]
April 8, 2015
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Market yourself: Use current projects to attract new customers
On a Landscaper of the Year finalist visit to Virginia years ago, a landscaper laughed as he told me he mowed just about every lawn in a huge neighborhood. Another landscaper, this one in Texas, told me “landscaping is contagious.” It’s true. For a lot of people, having their neighbor’s yard suddenly look fantastic is a […]
April 7, 2015
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Water conservation: Talking to your clients about strategies and solutions
Even though it’s National Lawn Care Month, in some areas such as the Southwestern United States, the idea of the wide expanse of lush green lawn is rapidly disappearing. Replaced with xeriscaping and thoughtful placement of native plants by water conscious landscapers, the traditional lawn is changing. Realistically, there’s no reason a similar tactic couldn’t […]
April 7, 2015
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PTO problems: 6 tips to stay organized and ahead of the game
With long holiday weekends and vacation season upon us, it’s easy to get behind in your work. If taking a few days off before or after the upcoming holiday leaves you feeling overwhelmed, take a deep breath. Here are some tips to get your affairs back in order, and some ideas to keep in mind […]
April 6, 2015
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PLANET offers free toolkit to promote National Lawn Care month
April is National Lawn Care month, and the National Association of Landscape Professionals (formerly PLANET) has partnered with Turfgrass Producers International and The Lawn Institute a campaign to launch a campaign designed to generate excitement about the outdoors, as well as educating landscapers’ clients about their lawns. As part of the push, the organization has […]
April 3, 2015
One of the infographics provided in the toolkit includes statistics on the benefits lawns provide.
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3 keys to landscaping business success
When Jason Tebben and Nathan Morrison started their landscaping and tree care business, Arborscapes back in 2000, they didn’t know the success they would find in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. Through hard work, good decision-making and teamwork, the two have been able to grow the business every year – even through the tough times […]
April 2, 2015
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California governor orders first mandatory water cutbacks in state’s history
In an effort to address the state’s long-term drought, California Governor Jerry Brown on Wednesday implemented a 25 percent mandatory water reduction. The order, the first in California history, will impact residents and businesses, but will not affect farmers, who have already suffered cuts to their allocation of water. Last week, NASA’s Jay Famiglietti had […]
April 2, 2015
Already suffering following four years of drought, large landscapes such as parks and golf courses must impose further restrictions following California’s water conservation mandate.
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Give your clients some great advice about adding color
It's a good time to talk about color when it comes to your landscaping projects.
April 1, 2015
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An excavator in a mini-van? This guy makes it happen
Who needs a trailer to transport equipment when you’ve got a very old minivan? This guy does succeed in getting this excavator into that van.
March 31, 2015
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