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5 steps to help trees survive winter with minimum damage

A bit of preparation can keep your trees safe, strong, shapely and healthy this winter while helping you avoid damage from fallen tree limbs.

December 31, 2015

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Snow removal and de-icing: Tips for crews, clients

If snow removal is one of the services you offer, now is the time to remind your employees of how to safely clear walkways and often-used paths for customers.

December 30, 2015

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These winter plantings will delight bird-loving clients

While some species of birds head south for the winter, there are still plenty left behind that have to stick it out in the cold. Birds have many adaptations to stay warm during the winter months and one of those is a high fat density. In order to maintain that, birds must spend the bulk […]

December 4, 2015

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DuraClass touts Sidewinder Jr. for snow, ice removal

As landscaping companies begin planning for winter snow and ice removal, DuraClass is pushing hard to attract their attention to its “Sidewinder Jr.” dump body, which was specifically designed for both standard dump use and snow and ice control. The 3-4-yard Sidewinder Jr. is designed for medium-duty truck applications and complements the larger 5-14-yard capacity […]

August 10, 2015

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How to: Repair winter plant damage

In many parts of the country, spring will soon reveal significant damage to landscape plantings. “Many factors contribute to how a plant is affected by winter,” says Brian Hudelson, director of the Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic at the University of Wisconsin-Madison/Extension. “Plants that are marginally winter hardy to a region, stressed by disease or drought […]

April 21, 2015

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(Infographic) 10 winter helpful hacks for vehicles

If you found TLC’s article about tips and tricks for driving in dangerous weather conditions to be helpful, then you’ll find these winter car tips from our friends at eBay Motors of equal interest. They came across 10 useful everyday items that can be used on vehicles this winter. Some will make you chuckle. But all do as promised: Did you know: […]

February 20, 2015

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Proper pruning techniques, tips for landscapers

Spring will be here before you know it, and landscapers need to train their crews on proper pruning techniques to make sure landscapes look their best. The Grounds Guys put together a few tips on how to prune properly. Hacking away at branches will do more damage than many workers think, so understanding the dos […]

February 5, 2015

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Maintenance 101: How to maintain UTVs through winter weather

UTV uptime all about reading owner’s manual and having a plan. Winter wreaks havoc on the rolling stock you use for work, whether it’s the truck that tows the trailer, the trailer that hauls the equipment or the equipment itself. Landscapers typically take time to care for their trucks and equipment when it comes to regular […]

January 23, 2015

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How to prep your clients’ landscapes for winter

For many landscaping companies, winter is the slowest time of year. If you want to get ahead of the competition, you should make late fall and winter your company’s busiest season. From winter landscaping to marketing and creating new selling points, there are a variety of things you can do to get your clients ready for winter and give your business a head start over the competition.

December 19, 2014

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How to avoid plant damage caused by salt this winter

The Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado offers advice about how to reduce and avoid plant damage caused by salt during winter weather.

November 28, 2014

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5 ways to prep mowers for winter

John Deere explains how machine care, proper storage, fuel system preparation, engine preparation and tire maintenance help prepare mowers for winter.

November 25, 2014

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How to winterize compact loaders

Whether you'll be using your compact loader this winter or storing it for the season, follow these steps to winterize your loader & protect your investment.

November 24, 2014