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Holiday decorating ideas for your commercial landscape clients

With the holidays around the corner, dress up your commercial properties for the holidays with greenery, lighted water features, and these other festive ideas.

December 7, 2021

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Beyond the lights: Using plants in holiday décor

Even if you don't offer holiday lighting, you can help clients get into the festive spirit with seasonal plant décor around their homes.

November 30, 2021

indoor holiday decor

Fall is the time to plant spring-flowering bulbs

While the cool fall weather may make springtime feel far away, now is the time to plant bulbs that will produce beautiful blooms for your clients in early spring.

October 13, 2021

Flowering tulips

Fall lawn care: Tips to follow, mistakes to avoid

Green industry experts recommend taking advantage of the fall season with these lawn care maintenance practices. Details here on Total Landscape Care.

October 2, 2020

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Planting trees in the fall: Take advantage of the cooler weather for tree planting

Although your clients might think of spring as the time for all planting, the fall is actually an excellent time of the year to install trees because of the weather conditions. Now is a great time to start thinking about potential tree projects.

October 1, 2021

Landscapers installing mature trees in yard

What you should know about hebe plants: Planting, pruning, and maintenance

While your clients probably love the colors and scents that flowering shrubs provide to borders, they don't want fragile plants that take up their time. The hebe is a great consideration.

September 30, 2021

Get in the spirit with these fall landscaping ideas for your clients

With the autumn season officially here, your clients might be looking for some ideas and inspiration for fall landscaping.

September 27, 2021

fall landscaping

Rock on: Incorporating large rocks and boulders in landscape design

Over the years, there has been a continued trend toward more naturalistic landscaping with the use of large rocks and boulders. Here are some ways in which they can be incorporated into a landscape design.

September 24, 2021

rock and boulder retaining wall

Addressing standing water in landscape beds

Excess rainfall or drainage issues can lead to standing water in your client’s landscape beds. Unfortunately, this can cause a number of problems including water-logged plants, disease conditions, and even creating a breeding ground for mosquitoes.

August 31, 2021

landscaping planting

Choosing fast-growing trees for privacy

Although many of your clients might be looking for privacy, not everyone is keen on fences. In these cases, clients may appreciate fast-growing trees so they don't have to wait many years to enjoy some seclusion.

August 13, 2021

Tree Lined Street

4 reasons native plants should be part of your landscape design

Native plants may feel a lot like a buzzword right now, but they are truly important when it comes to sustainable landscaping. You can do a lot of good for your local ecosystem as well as your clients by installing native plants.

August 10, 2021

landscape design from Rossen Landscape

What is the best material for playground surfaces?

Playgrounds are a place of childhood memories and fun. But when it comes to choosing the best material for playground surfaces, you want to be sure to direct your clients to the right choices so they can enjoy the experience the fullest.

August 4, 2021

kid playing on monkey bars

Mulch vs. decorative rock vs. soil: What is the best choice for your clients?

Once you install your client’s plants in the ground and brighten up their landscape, you might be debating between the best material to go on top. Is it mulch, rocks, or a soil topdressing?

July 27, 2021

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How to: Landscaping around a hot tub

Whether your clients have an existing hot tub or they’re going to be adding one, there are some important landscape design elements to keep in mind so that they can get the most out of their space.

July 13, 2021

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Poisonous to pets: Keep these plant choices out of your pet-owning clients’ yards

Your clients love their pets. But what if there was a threat lurking in their own backyards? Plants that are poisonous to pets need to be avoided when installing a new landscape for pet owners.

July 6, 2021

lone sunflower growing from ground

Linear pool designs are here to stay

There was a time when freeform, curvy pools were all the rage. But today, many clients want clean lines and a contemporary look.

July 1, 2021

contemporary pool

Selecting deer-resistant plants for your customer’s landscape

If your client is struggling with deer problems, consider adding some of these deer-resistant plants to their landscape.

June 24, 2021

What it takes to create a showstopper backyard pool

Swimming pools bring out the entertaining bug in pool owners once summertime hits. Meeting the design expectations for your pool customers can be tough work.

June 19, 2018

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Greenworks opens new manufacturing facility

Greenworks Commercial has expanded its global footprint by opening the doors to its 180,000-square-foot Commercial Center of Excellence for Manufacturing and Engineering in Morristown, TN.

Toro unveils next-generation eDingo 500 compact utility loader (video)

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Free snow removal for military families

debuting robotic mower at CES

LawnMeister debuts at CES 2023

Yanmar announces Grand Rapids expansion

The Attachments Idea Book

Landscapers use a variety of attachments for doing everything from snow removal to jobsite cleanup, and regardless of how often they are used, every landscaper has a favorite attachment.

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2023 Fleet Technology Trends Report

The 2023 Fleet Technology Trends Report reveals key data showing how GPS solutions are helping fleets overcome challenges, promote safety and streamline operations. Download to read more.