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Business

Landscaping clients have lots of options for hardscape material

Hardscaping materials to keep an eye out for. These hardscaping materials were recommended to us by some of the best landscapers in the industry.

November 5, 2015

Business

Projects at college, zoo win awards at Hardscape North America

An entry way that marries a new hardscape with a century-old brick building at Converse College and a green initiative at Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo won awards in the Eighth Annual Hardscape North America trade show Oct. 21-23 in Louisville, Kentucky. The Converse College Johnson Plaza, which was installed by Roebuck Wholesale Nursery and […]

November 3, 2015

Business

Hispanic-owned companies fully engaged in U.S. landscaping industry

The board of directors of the National Hispanic Landscape Alliance (NHLA) wants to encourage young latinos to consider careers in landscaping, horticulture, and landscape architecture.

October 26, 2015

Business

How to: Clean stains from pavers, other hardscapes

Nothing is worse than having a beautiful hardscape installed, only to see it stained brown with the outlines of fallen leaves. With fall upon us, now is the time to let your clients know how to properly care for their pavers to prevent this from happening. Clean up Yes, it’s a chore to sweep, but […]

September 30, 2015

Business

Hardscape North America offers pre-show courses

Hardscape North America (HNA) is offering hardscape contractors and installers an opportunity to learn ways to improve installation efficiency while earning ICPI certification credits. Pre-show installation courses are scheduled for Oct. 20-21 at the Embassy Suites in Louisville, Kentucky. The ICPI courses conclude with an exam. Participants who pass will receive a Record of Completion. […]

September 7, 2015

Business

Varsity Landscaping & Grounds sees steady growth through great customer service

Starting out in 1993 as a way to fund a law degree, Mike Anderson had little idea that his small landscaping business would grow into what it is today – a thriving 21-year-old business in the Roanoke, Virginia, area. Anderson started Varsity Landscaping & Grounds while he was attending Virginia Western Community College with an […]

May 27, 2015

Business

(Photos) Massachusetts landscaper creates functional, relaxing outdoor living space

Creating the ultimate backyard is not an easy task, but landscaper Rosado and Sons was able to transform a 1,200-square-foot backyard into a functional and relaxing outdoor living space for one Hopkinton, Massachusetts client. The project included the installation of a customized gas fireplace, patio areas, sitting walls with piers, granite steps, walkways, a custom […]

February 9, 2015

Business

HNA 2014 Grows 22 Percent Over Previous Year Making it Largest Show Yet

Hardscape North America 2014 grew 22 percent over the 2013 show and brought in 43 new exhibiting companies.

November 10, 2014

Business

Toro Launches ‘Green Spaces Makes Great Places’ Program

To help improve outdoor environments and green spaces for communities, Toro has launched the “Green Spaces Makes Great Places” program.

September 30, 2014

Design-Build

Live on the Edge with these Pool Designs

Living on the edge can be an exciting thing for some. There are some landscapers who even add that element to some of their landscape designs.

September 22, 2014

Business

Studies Show Outdoor Living to Deliver High ROI for Clients

According to a recent survey from Houzz, more than half of U.S. homeowners plan to remodel within the next two years to add value to their homes. However, it’s not what’s inside that matters most.

September 12, 2014

Business

Get Inspired with these 10 Tips to Building Pools

All across the world, even in North America, pools are continuing to grow as a popular trend. The Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association in Britain agrees and has provided a few tips and inspiration ideas from a few of their members.

September 5, 2014