Tag: weed control

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Taking control: Implementing effective weed management practices
Lawn care operators should opt for an integrated weed management program to reduce outbreaks. The five elements in include are prevention by using weed-free sod, mechanical controls by hand pulling, cultural strategies, biological control and chemical control.
January 16, 2020
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Evaluating services: Creating a profitable weed control program
The growing season is winding down for most parts of the country and as your lawn care company begins to shift gears, it’s a good practice to review the profitability of your summer services.
August 27, 2019
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How to use landscape fabric for the right jobs
Using landscape fabric the correct way is key to preventing erosion and weeds. Learn how to incorporate landscape fabric into your customers' yards here on TLC!
May 20, 2019
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Five mistakes you might be making with your pre-emergence herbicides
If your lawn care company offers weed control services, you know that it is crucial to apply pre-emergent herbicides two to three weeks before the emergence of the targeted weed.
February 7, 2019
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Here’s the scoop: Diving into pre-emergent herbicide practices
To help shed some light, experts in the green and chemical care industry have weighed in on how pre-emergent herbicides work, why they are helpful, and more. Details here!
February 27, 2018
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Project EverGreen and Hunter Industries work to repair field in William Bradley Park
Project EverGreen, Hunter Industries, and more came together to revitalize William Bradley Park’s Field No. 3 in San Marcos, California! Details here.
December 27, 2017
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NALP’s Industry Growth Initiative releases national lawn/landscape survey
The survey found that over the past year, 40 percent of Americans with a yard hired professionals to perform their lawn and landscape work. More details here!,The survey found that over the past year, 40 percent of Americans with a yard hired professionals to perform their lawn and landscape work. More details here!,The survey found that over the past year, 40 percent of Americans with a yard hired professionals to perform their lawn and landscape work. More details here!,The survey found that over the past year, 40 percent of Americans with a yard hired professionals to perform their lawn and landscape work. More details here!,The National Association of Landscape Professionals’ (NALP) Industry Growth Initiative recently commissioned a national online survey in Sept. 28 and Oct. 2, 2017.,The National Association of Landscape Professionals’ (NALP) Industry Growth Initiative recently commissioned a national online survey in Sept. 28 and Oct. 2, 2017.,The National Association of Landscape Professionals’ (NALP) Industry Growth Initiative recently commissioned a national online survey in Sept. 28 and Oct. 2, 2017.,The National Association of Landscape Professionals’ (NALP) Industry Growth Initiative recently commissioned a national online survey in Sept. 28 and Oct. 2, 2017.
December 5, 2017
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Fall fertilization: Why it’s too important to pass over
We're looking at a mandatory practice that will not only benefit your customer’s yard today, but also give it lasting benefits through the season: fertilizing.
August 24, 2017
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If you value trees, don’t create the infamous mulch volcanoes
On Arbor Day we want to help educate clients & fellow landscaping companies about this ill-informed practice and perhaps these mulch volcanoes will go extinct.
April 28, 2017
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Landscape fabrics: Yea or nay?
The landscaping community has become a divided front on the topic of landscaping fabrics. Read all the details about the pros and cons and decide for yourself!
April 25, 2017
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Oklahoma City landscaper builds business on steady growth
Garza's Green Grass, the winners of TLC's Landscaper Showcase, focus on treating their customers like family. Read more on Total Landscape Care!
January 9, 2017
Garza’s Green Grass employs 10-12 people, including a few part-time workers, and has operations in both Oklahoma City and Lawton.
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Bayer probes green industry to learn what landscapers need
a recent survey conducted by Bayer found that a shortage of skilled labor is the greatest challenge for those in the green industry. Click for more results.
November 8, 2016
In a survey, landscapers responded that weed control was their most important treatments.
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