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Author: Matt Olson

Matt Olson is a freelancer for the National Association of Landscape Professionals.

Landscapes of the Month: Providing a Sustainable Space for the Community

This library in New Canaan, Connecticut, has been at the center of the community since 1877. About 10 years ago, the leaders of the library began exploring ways to make the property more nature-centric to connect visitors with their natural surroundings. Years of planning led them to create a landscape that encourages outdoor learning and […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Caring for a European Villa in the Desert

The suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona, are home to a variety of landscapes, including this European villa. After designing this unique property, BDG Maintenance, based in Phoenix, took over the maintenance tasks to uphold the owners’ high standards. Their efforts led to them earning a 2024 Gold Award of Excellence. ā€œWe celebrated this award by recognizing […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Creating a Rural Retreat on the Prairie

The outer suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota, are home to a unique retreat. These 66 acres display a wide range of Minnesota ecosystems, from prairies to woodlands and wetlands. Among the prairie is a recently expanded house that includes a new landscape. Several families own this home, and each of them wanted a landscape that would […]

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Business Smarts: Five Ways to Add Value for Prospective Clients

Value is often the result of the customer journey, but there are many ways to add value before a client agrees to work with you. Prospective clients have many options when choosing lawn care, so it’s important to stand out from the beginning. Here are five ways to add value before they buy. Establish Trust […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Creating a Vibrant Neighborhood Park

In the heart of Providence, Rhode Island, you’ll find a vibrant neighborhood with a new park. Since the 1970s, this underutilized property was full of vacant buildings that were an eyesore for the community, leading the owners to redevelop the site. As plans got underway, the property owner, Cornish Associates, chose Landscape Creations of RI, […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Combining Rural Charm With a Manicured Lawn

Among the suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio, you’ll find a rural property with an exquisite lawn. But it wasn’t always that way. For years, the turf was plagued with weeds and unwanted grasses. These issues kept the home from reaching its full potential, so the owner contacted Oasis Turf & Tree, based in Loveland, Ohio, to […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Transforming the Heart of a Community

After 20 years of planning, this park has become a treasure for the town of Cary, North Carolina. With seven acres of land, the park includes botanical gardens, fitness areas, and event spaces. As the final design came together, the town worked with Ruppert Landscape, based in Laytonsville, Maryland, to bring the vision to life, […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Retaining Beauty in Every Space

This retirement community along the North Shore of Chicago, Illinois, is a hub of outdoor activity. With a rooftop patio and extensive walkways, the landscape provides a perfect setting for social events. As the initial installation wrapped up, the property managers turned to James Martin Associates, based in Mundelein, Illinois, to maintain the property and […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Rebuilding a Hilltop Oasis

After being demolished and rebuilt, this hilltop home on Long Island, New York, has a new life. The owners were tired of the home’s outdated features and neglected landscape, so they decided to start over from scratch. While the new house and features are modern, the landscape retains a natural feel, allowing the family to […]

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Business Smarts: Staying Busy on a Rainy Day

Rain can be a headache during the busy season. But with the right planning, rain days can be productive, even when your team isn’t working in the field. Tasks for a Rainy Day One way to keep your employees busy on a rainy day is equipment maintenance. Whether it’s a routine oil change or sharpening […]

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