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Design-Build

Mysterious ghost trees haunt California’s redwood forests

As Halloween creeps closer there’s nothing misty about the tree known as the ghost of the California redwoods. Click to read more and see the trees for yourself.

October 15, 2016

Business

The Golden State heads into its sixth year of drought

The 2016 water year ended on Sept. 30 with California insufficient precipitation once again. Click to see what this means for the water-deficient state.

October 4, 2016

Lawn maintenance

11 ways to respond to clients’ desire to save water

Even areas that aren’t currently in a drought can benefit by conserving water. Click for tips on plant choices and xeriscaping to make the process easier.

October 3, 2016

Business

Businesses look to artificial turf as home installations grow

The nation’s largest distributor of artificial turf, Synthetic Grass Warehouse (SGW), is seeing growth with commercial clients. Click to read more.

October 3, 2016

Design-Build

Landscape architects fight climate calamities with resilient design

American Society of Landscape Architects, or ASLA, has created a guide on how to design communities facing certain natural disasters. Click to read more.

September 21, 2016

Business

L.A. water agency takes heat for wetting down its synthetic turf

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power angered residents with an untimely watering of artificial grass. Click to read more details.

September 19, 2016

Design-Build

Humidity levels affect plants’ ability to counteract climate change

A recent Indiana University study ffound that low relative humidity in the atmosphere can stress a plant more than dry soil. Click to see more of the results.

September 10, 2016

Business

Green industry struggles as drought tightens grip on New England

The drought that is affecting all six New England states has stressed lawns and plants. Click to read how the situation is stressing landscaping companies.

August 23, 2016

Business

California rebates for turf removal remain but harder to get

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power tightened up the criteria needed to be eligible for turf removal rebates on Tuesday. Click to read more on changes.

August 19, 2016

Business

Turfscape wants to be landscaping’s national brand for artificial turf

The synthetic turf business didn’t may have begun on a sports field, but Turfscape is making it a viable option for homeowners everywhere. Click to read how.

August 18, 2016

Business

If drought means lawn must go, replace it with living plants

In the spirit of conservation, Californians look for ways to cut down on watering. Click to read more on the research that makes a case for eliminating the lawn.

August 3, 2016

Business

Tree care often demands patience for case-by-case study

Dry conditions mean trees may be suffering more than you know – and more than your landscaping clients realize. Click for tips to educate your clients on tree care.

August 1, 2016