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Author: Matt Olson

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

Technically Speaking: Tips for Calibrating Salt Spreaders

As winter arrives, remember to calibrate your salt spreaders to reduce the cost of over or under-applying. This dialed-in approach helps your bottom line while protecting your clients and the environment. Timing and Other Factors Spreaders should be calibrated at various times, especially when these events occur: Each piece of equipment has slight differences, so […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Reinventing a Lakeside Retreat

Along the shores of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, sits a home transformed from the ground up. Before this project, the property was outdated and featured a woodland of invasive plants and dying ash trees. After working with Landmark Landscapes, based in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, the home has become a vibrant lakefront retreat for the family and […]

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Conquering Challenges: Overcoming Varying Weather Dilemmas at The Domain

The trendy city of Austin, Texas, is home to a variety of attractions, including a shopping center called The Domain. This property features everything from tourist sites and stores to residential space, giving locals and visitors a chance to enjoy the vibrant culture of Austin. It’s also home to several luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Giving Life to an Urban Wall

This unique hotel sticks out among the concrete jungle of New York City, New York. For seven years, John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, based in Congers, New York, has maintained the stunning ivy wall that greets visitors, leading them to win a 2024 Gold Award of Excellence. Two members of the John Mini team share the […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Blending Nature and Aesthetics

When this property opened in 1959, it was home to a popular amusement park near Boston, Massachusetts. The park didn’t last, but the site was transformed into a thriving corporate hub. With over 150 acres that include buildings, ponds, and walking paths, the landscape needs the right balance of care for the tenants and the […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Crafting A Smooth Transition

This unique home provides a blend of nature and sophistication along the coast of Rhode Island. With several ecosystems on the property, the owners wanted a smooth transition from their luxurious home to the natural ocean view. They worked with Landscape Creations, based in Saunderstown, Rhode Island, to fill their needs. For over a year, […]

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Landscapes of the Month: A Feature for Every Season

This Flower Mound, Texas, home has almost every outdoor feature you can imagine, like a putting green, pool, and cabana. Before this vision came to life, the owners dreamed of having a backyard destination they could enjoy with friends and family. To make their dream a reality, they worked with Complete Landsculpture, based in Dallas, […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Connecting Nature with Elegance

From luxurious townhomes to single-family units, Lockwood Glen is a beacon of elegance in Franklin, Tennessee, about 20 miles south of Nashville. This property connects residents with the outdoors while providing resort-style amenities. Since 2019, Milosi, based in Hendersonville, Tennessee, has played a vital part in serving this community with lawn and landscape services, leading […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Reinventing a Historical Landmark

For many years, this grand site was home to the USPS headquarters for Houston, Texas. However, in 2015, the building was decommissioned and sold to commercial developers, causing it to sit empty until 2020. During that time, plans were made to rejuvenate the five-acre property and create a place where the community could come together […]

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Landscapes of the Month: A Backyard Haven for Wildlife

Nature is at the heart of this backyard sanctuary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Since the original installation in 2017, the owners have sought to create a green space where wildlife is encouraged and given refuge in this heavily populated area. GreenWeaver Landscapes, based in Media, Pennsylvania, handled the installation and has been responsible for maintenance since […]

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