Tag: soil moisture

Lawn maintenance
NALP names top 10 “weediest cities” in the US
Are weeds in the forecast for your city? From Atlanta, Georgia, to Seattle, Washington, see where the NALP says weeds will be most problematic this summer.
April 16, 2018
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Business
When is the best time to start dividing perennials?
August is almost over and you may think there’s not much left to do this growing season, but this is the start of prime perennial dividing time. Read more here!
August 22, 2017
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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
The Ameriflux Tower at Morgan-Monroe State Forest in Indiana monitors micro-meterological data. Photo: Indiana University
Business
’Tis the season for landscapers to renew salesmanship
As the growing season comes to a close, it’s a good time to remind both residential and commercial clients about ancillary services – adding mulch, for example, to flower gardens and other plantings. Here’s some information from the Green Blog published by the University of California’s Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources that may be […]
September 25, 2015
Mulch offers plenty of cosmetic benefits as well as water conservation. Photo: University of California
Business
Dead leaves produce dollars for landscapers
One of the most common sights of autumn is fallen leaves. The shedding of trees’ colorful confetti is bittersweet, of course, because while the various shades of foliage are beautiful, fall also means the inevitable raking of leaves. Many people like to avoid this work and hire landscapers to rake and remove dead leaves.  Although […]
September 14, 2015
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Business
How to save money, gain expertise with better irrigation
World Water Day was March 22, which brings attention to the water crisis in the U.S. and around the world. Landscapers can contribute to water conservation in honor of the day and to increase your clientel. Warren Gorowitz, vice-president of sustainability at Ewing Irrigation in Phoenix, Arizona, outlined several tips for the landscaping community to […]
March 23, 2015
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Business
Toro Company Receives 2013 Tekne Award
The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) recently named The Toro Company as a recipient of the 2013 Tekne Award for Agricultural Technology.
November 15, 2013
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Business
Are Irrigation Systems Beneficial?
One team at the University of Georgia conducted experiments to test the benefits of irrigation systems.
September 26, 2013
Hibiscus acetosella ‘Panama Red’ Photo: idtools.org
Business
Irrometer celebrates 60 years in the industry
Irrometer is celebrating 60 years of service in the agricultural, landscape, environmental and research markets. The company has developed products that measure, monitor, sample and control soil moisture.
April 7, 2011
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