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93% of employees are willing to stay with a company if it invests into their careers, according to Zavvy. Itās obvious that investing in your employees communicates you value and appreciate them, but there are numerous methods you can use to convey your level of investment. Turnover is often higher at organizations where employees feel […]
By Michael Wagner, director of company operations for Designscapes Colorado In the landscaping industry, many organizations operating in potential winter weather climates face the challenges of preparing for snow as you mow lawns, repair irrigation, and manage many projects. As the summer season rolls on, sometimes we realize weāre running behind on preparing our snow […]
By Randey Wall, NALP Accredited Degree Program The Brigham Young Plant and Landscape Systems program received their National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Accreditation renewal in April 2023. The program submitted course information and completed an extensive self-study prior to the site evaluation by a team of professionals from education and industry. The team determined […]
When it comes to attracting and keeping employees, many landscape business owners say their company culture is the key. However, culture is not something that you can set and then forget. It requires intentional effort, and you should take the time to evaluate your current culture regularly. Below are some questions to ask while assessing […]
For many years, the residents of this historic apartment complex have enjoyed access to a green roof that is situated above an underground parking structure in the heart of Baltimore. As the years passed, the site’s foundation began to crumble and needed to be repaired, which meant the old green roof would need replacing. The […]
Read more about these NALP members and partners in the news. Sperber Landscape Companies Enters Arizona Market with ProQual Landscaping Sperber Landscape Companies has entered the Arizona market with their recent partnership with ProQual Landscaping. Their addition marks the 17th brand in Sperberās national portfolio. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, ProQual is a regional leader in […]
In season 4, episode 4 of the Growing in the Green Industry Podcast, host Brett Lemcke with R.M. Landscape talks with Claire Goldman, principal and head of design and business development for R&R Landscaping, based in Auburn, Alabama. Goldman cultivated a love for the outdoors and plants as a child following her grandma around the […]
Foliar diseases are one of the most common diseases in trees, and if left untreated, they will lead to plant death. Thatās why identifying the different types of foliar diseases ailing your clientās trees and understanding how to treat them is incredibly important. So, what are some of the different types of foliar diseases and […]
Our Level Up series shares the strategies that help landscape and lawn care companies get to the next level. From 2020 to 2022, Aphix, LLC, based in Frankfort, Kentucky, grew from a $9 million company to $18 million. They also experienced 80 percent growth from 2021 to 2022. Allen Sweeney, president and CEO of Aphix, […]
Guest post by Gage Roberts, a sales director for Aspire Software. In the green industry, a tight, busy schedule often aligns with long-term profitability and growth. However, if managed ineffectively, it can negatively impact the quality of your crewās work and overall team morale ā especially during the busy landscaping season. A well-defined scheduling strategy […]
