Lindsey GetzMaintenanceWhen heat becomes deadly: Preventing heat-related illnessAlthough we often think of landscaping safety and risk in terms of operating equipment or lifting heavy objects, a major safety issue comes from the temperature.July 28, 2021BusinessPrioritizing training: How one company’s multiple training efforts are paying offA lot of companies talk about training. But when it comes to actually following through, they don’t always put in the hard work. This company is walking the walk and reaping the benefits as a result.July 22, 2021BusinessBurning question: Should I add Fire Ant control?Fire Ants can be a major nuisance pest in warm climates. They are quite aggressive and can produce a painful sting. If you have clients dealing with Fire Ants, this can be an effective add-on service.July 21, 2021BusinessExterior landscape staging: An important service in this active real estate marketStaging the interior of a home ahead of selling it has become a commonplace practice in real estate. But what about the exterior? This can be a useful service for professional landscapers to offer.July 20, 2021BusinessPlanting tall trees: Is it worth the risk?Trees are such a special part of the landscape. But when clients are establishing a brand-new landscape, they might not feel as though they have the patience to let young trees mature.July 19, 2021BusinessIndustry roundup: Blount, Inc., rebrands as Oregon ToolBlount, Inc., has rebranded to Oregon Tool, a name which positions the company for growth while honoring its heritage.July 15, 2021BusinessCompeting against DIY lawn and landscapingIn this DIY age, many residential landscapers feel that they are competing against their own potential clients. Here's how to win over the do-it-yourself crowd.July 14, 2021Design-BuildHow to: Landscaping around a hot tubWhether 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 that space.July 13, 2021BusinessDoes the future of the landscaping industry lie in robotics?We already live in a robotic world with robots used for manufacturing, surgery, communications, and even various aspects of our everyday life. So, it’s not really that big of a surprise that robots are now revolutionizing lawn and landscaping.July 9, 2021MaintenanceTiny but mighty: Flea control can be an effective add-on service for landscapersAlthough fleas can be a problem at any time of the year, they are a particular concern for your clients during the summer. Getting rid of these pests before they cause a major infestation will keep clients happy.July 8, 2021Page 1 of 6Next PageTop StoriesMaintenanceAddressing poa annua (aka: annual bluegrass) in the lawnIf your clients love a thick and healthy lawn, then nothing probably frustrates them more than seeing weeds creeping in. Weeds like poa annua, which are difficult to control, are particularly problematic.MaintenanceWhen heat becomes deadly: Preventing heat-related illnessMaintenanceMulch vs. decorative rock vs. soil: What is the best choice for your clients?BusinessLandscape business marketing: 7 practical ways to bring in more leadsSponsor ContentManage Your Landscaping Business More Efficiently
