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How to find the right employees
Every business, including landscaping, deals with the struggles of finding the right employee in a short amount of time. But every minute counts when an employee isn’t there to fill a position, so here are some helpful tips.
October 16, 2014
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How to implement a complete fall fertilization program
The summer months are finally behind us, and cool-season turf is getting the break it needs to recover from heat, pests and drought. But, there’s no rest for the weary – it’s time for a complete fall fertilization program to get your customer’s turf ready for the spring.
October 15, 2014
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[Video] 5 Tips to Tulsa Landscaper’s Success
There are a lot of steps and processes landscapers put in place to become successful, and David Land, president of Tulsa Landscape and a 2014 Landscaper of the Year finalist is no different.
October 15, 2014
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PBI-Gordon Unveils TZone SE Broadleaf Herbicide
PBI-Gordon has introduced TZone SE Broadleaf Herbicide to help battle tough weeds. The reduced-solvent ester formulation of TZone SE delivers twice the triclopyr per acre to help with broadleaf weeds.
October 14, 2014
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Bees Kill Arizona Landscaper, Injure Others
A single bee sting can hurt and be uncomfortable, but imagine hundreds of stings and being surrounded by a cloud of killer bees. That’s exactly the scene a group of landscapers experienced last week. An estimated 800,000 bees from a 3-by-8-foot hive swarmed and attacked four landscapers in Arizona, killing one and injuring several others. […]
October 14, 2014
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Gardens at the Wynn Las Vegas Hotel
The Las Vegas Strip is known for its flashy, over-the-top buildings and attractions. Not only are the exteriors of the elaborate hotels and casinos impressive, but the interior spaces don’t disappoint either. One especially eye-catching space is in the Wynn’s gardens. And by “gardens,” I don’t mean anything you’ve ever seen before. There’s a carousel […]
October 13, 2014
The hot air balloon, which weighs 4,000 pounds, is surrounded by theatrical lighting and music.
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How to increase curb appeal on commercial, residential properties
Landscaping can do a lot to increase curb appeal on residential and commercial properties. The Grounds Guys have given a few tips on how to increase curb appeal for clients:
October 10, 2014
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Gowan’s Captiva Receives Federal Registration from EPA
The Gowan Company’s Captiva, a natural repellent bio-insecticide, has received federal registration from the EPA.
October 10, 2014
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Does Artificial Turf Cause Cancer?
I guess I never really put much thought into the little black beads used in artificial turf. My only real trouble with them was how they would get in your shoes when you’re walking a sports field. But after watching NBC Nightly News this week, I found out there might be more to these black […]
October 10, 2014
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Two Burglars Pretend to be Landscapers
A woman and man in Portland are accused of offering residential landscaping services to case homes to break into, reports The Oregonian. Cops were called to a reported home burglary in progress. A neighbor said a suspicious woman knocked on his door asking if he wanted landscape work. He said, “No,” and noticed the woman […]
October 9, 2014
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BioSafe Disease Control Concentrate Approved for Hydroponic Systems
BioSafe System’s BioSafe Disease Control Ready to Spray concentrate is now labeled and EPA registered for use in hydroponic systems.
October 8, 2014
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Community Supports Landscaper After Equipment’s Stolen
We’ve all, unfortunately, read about landscapers having their equipment stolen. But here’s one thief story with a good twist. Detroit landscaper John Idziak had his $3,000 Toro mower stolen, along with his trailer, reports Channel 7 in Detroit. While that has become so common it rarely makes the news, what happened after the station shared […]
October 8, 2014
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LED LNH2 Luminaires Provide 60 Percent Energy Reduction
American Electric Lighting has introduced LNH2 luminaires for outdoor lighting projects. The luminaires are LED and provide a 60 percent energy reduction.
October 7, 2014
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Excavation Accident Kills Two Landscapers
Four landscape workers were excavating a 10-foot ditch for a drainage pipe outside of a home in Boonton Township, New Jersey. As they were working, the trench started to give way. One of the workers became trapped, and when another worker jumped in to save him, he also became trapped — under 10 feet of […]
October 7, 2014
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Top Female Soccer Players Sue FIFA Over Artificial Turf
When it comes to the major soccer championships, FIFA just can’t win. After the 2014 World Cup this summer had a few hiccups along the way, the Women’s World Cup is starting off on the wrong foot as well.
October 6, 2014
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Bayer CropScience’s Tribute Total Approved for Use in California
Environmental Science, a division of Bayer CropScience, has announced that Tribute has been approved for use in California.
October 3, 2014
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What makes your company unique?
There are hundreds if not thousands of landscaping companies all over the United States, so what makes your company stand out?
October 3, 2014
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5 Things We Can Learn from Dogs
These furry pets are our best friends, so it only makes sense that we would learn from them. Here are 5 ways we should be more like dogs. 1. Be trusting.Dogs are one of the most trusting animals out there. They don’t question their owners or doubt their intentions. Likewise, you should also trust your […]
October 2, 2014
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