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Backyard Turns into National Geographic
If you follow me on Twitter (@TLCeditor and @lhdowdle), you might have seen me post a photo of the turtle my dog cornered in my backyard a month or so ago. (She’s a 4-pound dog that’s crazy about other animals.) About a week ago, my dog started barking at another turtle that was in my […]
June 26, 2014
A box turtle laying eggs in my backyard.
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Adding Personal Touch to Concrete Pavers
This Nebraska father-son team created a one-of-a-kind living space using pops of color and intricate designs.
June 25, 2014
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How to get more done each day
What’s the value of six minutes? That’s the question Paul H. Burton, developer of QuietSpacing, posed at the 2014 Turf & Ornamental Communicators Association (TOCA) in New Orleans, Louisiana. At first, six minutes doesn’t seem like much. But if you could get six more minutes of work done each day, you would add 24 hours […]
June 25, 2014
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6 Reasons Why the Left Lane Should Only Be Used for Passing
One of my biggest pet peeves when I’m driving is another driver who refuses to stop traveling in the left lane and refuses to travel at least the posted speed limit.
June 24, 2014
Left Lane Driving
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How to spruce up landscapes with water features
If you are wanting to add something to your landscape, consider adding a water feature. Ponds, koi ponds, fountains, waterfalls will add life to your backyard.
June 24, 2014
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Win 1 of 10 Tree Hydrators!
Total Landscape Care has launched a new Editor’s Picks Giveaway. Individuals who enter have the chance to win one of 10 A.M. Leonard ArborRain Tower Tree Hydrators.
June 23, 2014
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Fun Friday Photos
The weekend’s almost here, so sit back, relax and get a good laugh out of these crazy photos — from a man who loves mowing a little too much to planking contractors.
June 20, 2014
When his hair grows, does the mower tattoo cut it? I’m sure you all love mowing, but how did this guy think tattooing Homer Simpson with a mower on his head was a good idea?
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ASLA to Add Touch of ‘Green’ to Headquarters
The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) will be working with architecture firm Design Workshop to update the streets around ASLA’s headquarters.
June 20, 2014
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Moviegoers Get Real-World Experience of Texting While Driving
Unsuspecting moviegoers in Hong Kong received an in-your-face public service announcement from Volkswagen that seemed to be pretty effective.
June 19, 2014
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EPA WaterSense Releases 2013 Accomplishments Report
EPA WaterSense recently released its 2013 report, which tallies its accomplishments for the year.
June 18, 2014
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How Landscaper Brought In 200 Job Applications
Many of you liked the article we posted last week about a landscaper who stood on the street corner with a cardboard sign to bring in employees. But what came of his efforts? Here’s the full story: Lance Forsee started Colonial Lawn & Garden in Yakima, Washington, in 1985, and the company offers weed and […]
June 18, 2014
Lance Forsee stood on the street corner with a cardboard sign to fill six job openings at his business. He ended up getting 200 applications.
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[Video] Grow Plants with a Touch of a Phone
Imagine the ability to start growing plants from a smartphone. That dream has become a reality for one group who has managed to allow individuals to start growing anything from a mobile device.
June 17, 2014
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All About Safety on #LandscapeChat
In honor of National Safety Month, we will be discussing a variety of safety topics with PLANET, the Professional Landcare Network, during this week’s #landscapechat on Twitter.
June 17, 2014
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UpShoot Intros Marleys Pink Parasol Japanese Snowbell
UpShoot has introduced Marleys Pink Parasol Japanese Snowbell by JLPN to its collection.
June 16, 2014
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How much does your fertilizer really cost?
An effective fertilizer program must produce healthy, green turf, but it also needs to make sense from a financial standpoint. Christina Burton, Turfgrass Science graduate and Maintenance Channel Manager for Horizon, shares a method to calculate fertilizer costs.
June 16, 2014
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Pets We Dig: Crunching Numbers & Treats
This pup is one furry employee that would rather give kisses than complaints to his “boss.” Indie works day in and day out crunching numbers alongside his mother, Anissa Bejaoui, and toy duck at Masseo Landscape in Tillson, New York. The landscape company offers lawn maintenance, snow removal, design/build, lighting, hardscape and drainage services. A […]
June 16, 2014
Indie Pets We Dig
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Shrubs that provide color, interest & dependability
Shrubs are enjoying a resurgence in the world of landscape design. With a myriad of new colors, shapes and sizes, there’s a shrub for every garden setting. “Shrubs are versatile,” says John McDonough, supply manager with Ball Ornamentals. “They’re the bones of good design because they provide structure and fill in the mid-range between annuals and perennials. Plus, they’re relatively inexpensive over the long run.”
June 13, 2014
L.A. Dreamin’ Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Lindsey Anne’), Photo: Ball Ornamentals
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Why is Friday the 13th an Unlucky Day?
If you have a fear of Friday the 13th (friggatriskaidekaphobia), you might be extra tense today, as there’s also a full moon expected tonight. This unlucky date will only occur once this year, but be ready for 2015 — it will happen three months next year. As you watch out for black cats and stay away […]
June 13, 2014
How could a cat so cute be bad luck?
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