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Sudden oak death ravaging fir trees in Pacific Northwest
Differing from the European strain of sudden oak death, the North American strain has been killing tanoak for years. Details and more on Total Landscape CAre.
October 27, 2017
Business
Phenology maps just how early spring is compared to the past
The USGS-led USA National Phenology Network created a set of maps that tracks exactly how far ahead spring is for each region of the country. Read more on TLC.
March 7, 2017
Lawn maintenance
Genetically modified grass appears likely to keep spreading
The grass isn't always greener on the other side when it comes to Scott's Miracle-Gro. Read about it spreading from state to state on Total Landscape Care!
January 10, 2017
Business
Total Landscape Care Scholarship winners announced
Click to read more on the winners of three Total Landscape Care scholarships, awarded to college students majoring in landscaping-related fields.
November 16, 2016
Business
AmericanHort hires research director; CEO search continues
Horticulture industry trade association AmericanHort, which is currently searching for a new chief executive officer, announced recently the hiring of a director of research and science programs. In that position, Jill Calabro will oversee strategy and research funding at the Horticultural Research Institute in Washington. The institute is an affiliate of AmericanHort, which was formed […]
November 5, 2015
Safety
Fire-resistant landscapes feature variety of plants
Out West there are a number of areas where fire danger is especially high this year, and landscapers can help clients protect their homes by planting materials that deter fire. “No plant is fireproof,” Brooke Edmunds, a horticulturist with Oregon State University’s (OSU) Extension Service, told the Lake Oswego Review. “But some are considered fire-resistant.” […]
July 17, 2015
Business
Pass it on: John Deere scientist shares tips on lawn care
As a professional landscaper, you know turf care is about much more than mowing. In fact, you may have clients who enjoy mowing their own grass but opt to hire your company to take care of more specialized work. If that’s the case, do them a favor and share these lawn-care tips from Mark Schmidt, […]
June 2, 2015
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