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2025 is almost finished, but thereās still time to read some of the most popular articles of the year on The Edge. Some of the topics that resonated with readers were industry trends, business tips and company culture. Take a minute to review if you missed any of these most-read stories of the year below. […]
In 2026, continued inflation and a desire to stick to the budget will influence residential homeownersā priorities for their landscapes. āHomeowners are focusing on features that provide long-term value and low maintenance, like durable natural materials, efficient irrigation, and multi-functional outdoor spaces,ā says Tyler Bigham, principal lead designer for Alterra Landscape Design, based in Richardson, […]
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a video is worth a million. Yet many landscape companies have yet to explore the possibilities of videography in their marketing efforts or are investing in ineffective formats. āVideo is a fast and proven path to connection,ā says Corey Halstead, co-owner of HALSTEAD Media. āWhether the decision maker […]
An industry that refuses to evolve is one that dies. Thankfully, the landscape industry is not one of these and has changed rapidly even in the past few decades. For instance, in the past, bids were written with pen and paper. Now there is software that can measure properties and send estimates in minutes. Businesses […]
This information came from a session during the 2025 ELEVATE conference and expo. Donāt miss ELEVATE in Tampa, Florida, on Nov. 8-11, 2026. Did you know that for businesses with fewer than 500 employees, the average cost of a data breach is over $3 million? Additionally, 60% of small businesses fold within six months of a cyberattack. […]
As the landscape industry embraces more technology, including AI, automation and robotics to help with productivity, it is also impacting how companies recruit and who they are attracting to their organizations. AI as an Efficiency Force Multiplier As AI shakes up the workforce in other industries, one question is whether it will do the same […]
This information came from a session during the 2025Ā ELEVATEĀ conference and expo. Donāt miss ELEVATE in Tampa, Florida, on Nov. 8-11, 2026. If you count on word of mouth for new business, you cannot overlook social media as part of your marketing strategy. Many potential clients are scrolling, searching and deciding through social media who they […]
Guest post by Bradley Berkman, associate product manager at Milwaukee Tool As battery-powered equipment becomes more prevalent in professional landscaping, trailer design is emerging as a critical factor in operational efficiency and long-term success. The shift away from gas-powered tools is driven by growing regulations, fuel costs, and the ongoing innovation of battery technology. However, […]
For many in the landscape industry, finding skilled labor remains one of the primary business challenges they face. However, there have been improvements in recruiting efforts as owners have found that a mindset shift is the first step to remedying the situation. āThe last few years, we’ve been focused a lot more on what we […]
Guest post by Wesley Thomas, group product manager at Milwaukee Tool Landscape professionals can be exposed to extreme environments, from heat and sun to cold rain and harsh winters. These conditions affect more than just comfort; they influence safety, concentration, and overall job performance. Prolonged exposure to high heat can lead to heat stroke, exhaustion, […]
