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Matt Olson is a freelancer for the National Association of Landscape Professionals.
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, […]
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 […]
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 The owners were tired of the home’s outdated features and neglected landscape, so they decided to start over from scratch.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 […]
Rain can be a headache during the busy season. But with the right planning, rain days can be productive, even when your team isnāt working in the field. Tasks for a Rainy Day One way to keep your employees busy on a rainy day is equipment maintenance. Whether itās a routine oil change or sharpening […]
This apartment complex near the harbor in Baltimore, Maryland, has the complete outdoor space. On the third floor, you’ll find a courtyard for gatherings, along with a separate, more secluded garden. A pool offers stunning harbor views from the ground level, while new plantings of shrubs, trees, and perennials soften the perimeter of this city […]
From expansive vines to koi ponds, this property in the Utah Valley receives meticulous care to retain its charm. But it wasnāt always that way. For years, the landscape had suffered from overgrown plants and a dysfunctional irrigation system. In 2022, the owner called Sunline Landscapes, based in Bluffdale, Utah, to address the neglect and […]
Over the years, many ideas have spread about pre-emergent herbicides. Perhaps youāve received calls from clients saying itās time to apply pre-emergent for crabgrass because the forsythia is blooming. They may be well-intentioned, but a more scientific approach can help you efficiently use these chemicals while satisfying your clients. Applying Pre-Emergent Herbicides For the crabgrass […]
This gated community on Long Island, New York, is home to a greenbelt of trees and shrubs. When the greenbelt was planted over 25 years ago, the goal was to reduce noise from a nearby expressway. At first, the plantings had a positive impact, but as time went on, it became clear the plants were […]
Winter may be a downtime, but it’s also the chance to offer seasonal promotions to your clients. These extra services create more revenue streams while retaining your clients and sharing your full range of services. Lauren Hoogewind, marketing director at Designs by Sundown, based in Littleton, Colorado, shares tips on offering these promotions to clients. […]
Winter pruning is a great way to extend the maintenance season and provide additional work for your employees. Not only that, but It also helps your clients improve their landscape for the upcoming year. Shrubs Many shrubs benefit from winter pruning, and this guide from the Morten Arboretum shares the right timing and pruning method […]
