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Watch a Utah field morph into a winter wonderland
Twenty million pounds of ice each year are destined to have a more beautiful purpose, not simply melting away and causing trouble. Featured on Good Morning America in 2013, Ice Castles, created by the Christensen family in Utah, is getting more attention thanks to a time-lapse video posted this month on Roadtrippers.com. The video condenses […]
February 24, 2015
Design-Build
(Video) Dad builds mini-Cat for son from scratch
Not every dad that loves heavy equipment and tinkering so much, he builds a bulldozer for his young son. That’s why we thought YouTube user Ryan M deserved everyone’s attention. After seeing a kid dig a trench with an amazing mini RC excavator last week, we thought we had seen the pinnacle of childhood happiness. But […]
February 23, 2015
Business
McDugald-Steele finishes a 22,000-plant vertical wall at a Houston H-E-B store
A Houston, Texas grocer dabbled in the landscaping business to create living wall art. Landscaping firm McDugald-Steele finished the design of a 22,000-plant vertical garden, one of the largest in the area. The garden is on the west wall of an H-E-B store, is 14 feet tall and covers more than 3,500 square feet. Six […]
February 23, 2015
Business
FX Luminaire’s Luxor ZDC creates thousands of color lighting options for projects
FX Luminaire’s Luxor ZDC creates 30,000 color possibilities with a swipe of the finger. The lighting product has the same zoning and dimming options as the ZD. Custom colors can be created to match vegetation and architecture, and a wireless app, featuring a touch-operated color-wheel configuration, is available. Current ZD users can upgrade to the ZDC […]
February 20, 2015
Design-Build
A pier like you’ve never seen before
Imagine taking on a landscaping project where you may have to carry site materials by boat. Enter Pier 55. Barry Diller, credited for creating the Fox and USA television channels, is making an island oasis in New York City, according to Business Insider. This billionaire is dropping a whopping $113 million to the project, relieving a majority […]
February 20, 2015
Business
5 firescaping tips to help keep your projects protected
It’s never too early to prepare for firescaping, especially in temperate states like Florida and California. Maybe you’re thinking about adding firescaping to your service offerings this year? By reducing the chance of fire and remembering safety tips, you’re ensuring the safety of your customers’ homes and businesses, as well as your landscaping projects. While no plant […]
February 20, 2015
Business
IrriGreen releases Genius app for Android, iOS smartphones
IrriGreen released the Genius app for their irrigation digital system. Available on both Android and iOS devices, program features can be controlled via the application. Using Wi-Fi, the app includes visual irrigation zone mapping and calculates the distance of the sprays from each sprinkler head. Landscapers can use the app to align water streams in […]
February 19, 2015
Design-Build
(Video) Punchbot robot to keep an eye on workers for supervisors
What if a job site supervisor could be everywhere at once, providing workers with the information they need instantly, with the tap of a button? With Punchbot, that just might become a reality. Created at the latest Architecture Construction Engineering (AEC) Hackathon event in New York, Punchbot is made possible using a Double, a Segway-like robot […]
February 19, 2015
Design-Build
(Video) How one landscaper got out of debt
Three elements that have made Las Vegas business successful  When Greg Struhl purchased Chip-N-Dale’s Custom Landscaping in 1994, it was more than $60,000 in debt. Today, this Las Vegas business has 65 employees and $4.5 million in annual revenue. Here are three things that have helped him turn the business around and find success. […]
February 18, 2015
Design-Build
The nice guy’s guide to employees
There are thousands of solo landscapers around. My uncle Todd has been operating that way for over 15 years now. He has no intention to hire employees, but many solo operators do. The ability to do more work, make more money and perhaps spend more time in the office than the field makes hiring sound […]
February 17, 2015
Design-Build
REVIEW: Keen Destin boots ideal for on-site mechanics (Photos)
Keen embedded toe protection but kept the profile low. My shoes have taken a beating since I moved into the shop full time. I’ve pretty much always worn skater shoes, which are comfortable and designed to withstand abrasion and hold up under some pretty tough conditions. They worked fine for residential construction, but they don’t […]
February 16, 2015
Design-Build
Treat your employees this Valentine’s Day to grow engagement
Creating Valentine’s Day acrostic poems with painstaking care is popular. Each letter of that special someone’s name was a positive trait or adjective. So here’s a love note spelled “Valentine” to your company with our tips and advice from Entrepreneur, The Muse, Inc., Salary.com and the Harvard Business Review. Value: Be mindful of and share specific reasons […]
February 13, 2015
Business
How sustainability helps your business thrive
Sustainability is more than a trendy phrase; it’s a concept that can improve your bottom line, expand your client base, and safeguard Mother Nature. Sustainability protects the building blocks of your business: Plants and people. “Most of us got into this industry because we love the earth,” says Jessi Bloom, owner of NW Bloom Ecological […]
February 12, 2015
Design-Build
What happens now after H-2B cap was reached for first half of FY 2015
The Department of Homeland Security announced the H-2B cap has been reached for the first half of FY 2015. DHS will reject new H-2B petitions received after Jan. 26 and those that requested an employment start date prior to April 1. According to the DHS, no cap numbers from the first half of FY 2015 will […]
February 12, 2015
Business
Underhill adds M-180S sprinkler to Mirage long-throw line
Designed for natural and synthetic turf fields, the M-180S sports field sprinkler from Underhill includes a 177-foot-wide radius and an electric valve-in-head. The sprinkler expands the company’s Mirage long-throw line, which also includes the M-115, M-125 and the M-160. Constructed from plastic with stainless steel and brass components, the M-180S can be adjusted from 30 […]
February 10, 2015
Design-Build
Will technology make workers obsolete?
The question seems silly, but the answer could be all too real for some landscapers. Technology is on the fast track of not only improving jobsites, but it could also be taking away jobs. Several manufacturers are working with companies to develop wireless controllers to operate large pieces of construction equipment. This is not necessarily […]
February 10, 2015
Design-Build
Forget snow removal; try this sculpture on for size
There’s a new statement standing in Hokkaido, Japan, and it’s unlike anything you have seen before. During its annual Sapporo Snow Festival, which opened on Feb. 5, more than 200 snow sculptures have surfaced from artists, including an enormous Disney-sponsored tribute to Star Wars, according to Quartz. Approved by Lucasfilms, the Snow Star Wars features […]
February 9, 2015
Business
(Photos) Massachusetts landscaper creates functional, relaxing outdoor living space
Creating the ultimate backyard is not an easy task, but landscaper Rosado and Sons was able to transform a 1,200-square-foot backyard into a functional and relaxing outdoor living space for one Hopkinton, Massachusetts client. The project included the installation of a customized gas fireplace, patio areas, sitting walls with piers, granite steps, walkways, a custom […]
February 9, 2015
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