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Definite ‘Wow’ Factor
Spacious design leaves client glowing Medea Landscape Studio (medealandscapestudio.com) jazzed up this disconnected, confined landscape using the classical elements – earth, water and fire – but there’s nothing traditional about the project. Their design solution had to accommodate a stand-alone spa, crowded patio and walkout basement with no connection to the sitting area. The existing […]
February 6, 2012
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Ornamental grasses become go-to plant for landscapers
Ornamental varieties have become the go-to plant for many landscapers.
February 1, 2012
Mexican Feather Grass is a key component of this low-maintenance yard in Santa Barbara, California, which also features smaller grasses like Mueller’s Fescue and Autumn Moor Grass.
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How to create healing landscapes
To create a healing sanctuary for your customer you need a holistic approach. Click here to find therapeutic features to add to your customers landscape.
February 1, 2012
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How to protect frost-sensitive plants
In the midst of cold winter weather, keeping frost-sensitive plants alive can be a challenge. Here are tips on how to protect your clients’ plants until the spring from FloraTerra Landscape Management in San Jose, California.
January 26, 2012
Citrus Fruit
Landscaping equipment
Selecting a Zero-Turn Mower
Check out these criteria to best determine a mower’s performance. Zero-turn mowers are to landscapers what wrenches are to mechanics—the fundamental tools of the trade. And no equipment has a more demanding duty cycle, often up to 80 hours per week under full load during the cutting season, followed by months of storage and, often, benign neglect. Here are the key performance characteristics of mowers to examine.
January 7, 2012
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Mavericks
Landscape designers, architects and contractors share a common appreciation for the natural world and the creative ways it can be shaped to suit our needs and desires. But, there are many, many ways to do it, as is evident when considering the following industry professionals who represent diverse landscape design, installation and maintenance backgrounds.
January 7, 2012
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Seashore Sensation
Multiple gardens, outdoor living areas for challenging space. Transforming the landscape around this mid-1800s house into a modern, relaxing spot for the clients and their extended family was no easy task for Scott Brinitzer Design Associates.
January 6, 2012
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Best Irrigation Rotors
Technologies such as smart controllers, central control and drip irrigation systems continue to improve irrigation system efficiency by using less water to keep landscapes looking their best.
January 6, 2012
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Favorite Foliage
Foliage, earthworms, bacteria in soil, a vertical garden and lights for deck posts are among the landscaping topics featured.
January 5, 2012
Lawn maintenance
Mower Blade Basics
5 steps to maintain mower blades for safety, quality cutting and machine longevity.
January 5, 2012
Lawn maintenance
Rotating chemical use for best results
Rotating ‘mode of action’ helps guarantee you’re getting the most from insecticides. Once you find a product you like, it’s difficult to think about switching. It’s reliable, it does the job effectively and you’re comfortable using it. Marketers call that being brand loyal.
January 5, 2012
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Business best practices: Lighten up
If you operate even a small landscape business, you may be surprised how adding low-voltage lighting design and installation is such a natural fit.
January 5, 2012
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Hardscaping certification gives landscapers a competitive edge
Hardscaping certification gives landscapers a competitive edge. “Getting certified is like putting money in your pocket,” says one contractor.
January 2, 2012
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Festive Flair
Adding a touch of holiday color to avoid a winter whiteout.
December 7, 2011
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Success with snow removal
Learn how the business model for snow removal is changing.
December 1, 2011
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Tasty Transformation
This once hardscape-heavy landscape is given a more natural makeover. With an asphalt driveway covering nearly 1/3 of the total property, barren planting strips and extensive red brick areas, this California property needed a naturalistic makeover.
November 1, 2011
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Rebirth of a Landmark
A year after a historic flood, the gardens at the Nashville’s Gaylord Opryland Resort are more vibrant than ever. In the first two days of May 2010, flooding caused by torrential rains devastated portions of Tennessee, Kentucky and Mississippi. In Nashville, the Cumberland River crested at levels not seen since 1937, flooding the city.
November 1, 2011
Lawn maintenance
Spray Calibration
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