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Landscapes of the Month: Blending the Interior with the Exterior

Many clients wish to have their home’s interior and exterior style match, and this contemporary house is a prime example. Named for its extensive glass doors, ‘A Glass Act’ has the modern style the owners want in their dream home. This project began as the family was renovating the home’s interior. However, they also wanted […]

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Caring for Plant Material During Project Delays 

Change orders, permitting issues and unsuitable weather are all possible causes of project delays that can result in the plant material you were ready to install to be put on standby for days or even weeks. Robyn Schmitz, owner and CEO of High Prairie Landscape Group, LLC, based in Edwardsville, Kansas, estimates they have to deal […]

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Level Up: Nothing Is Impossible for Local Roots Landscaping

Our Level Up series shares the strategies that help landscape and lawn care companies get to the next level. The landscape industry was accessible, attractive and profitable to Patrick Murray from an early age, as he had a passion for the outdoors and an entrepreneurial spirit. Murray’s childhood best friend, Kenneth Deemer, helped him run […]

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How To Create Plant Communities With Matrix Plantings

If you have clients seeking a more naturalistic landscape or there is a need to blend a formal garden transitioning to the nearby countryside, matrix plantings can provide this native aesthetic along with a number of benefits. While the phrase ‘matrix planting’ may be an unfamiliar one, it boils down to the accepted concept of […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Adding Value to a Barren Landscape

Nestled in the suburbs of Chicago is a picturesque French home that was purchased by the current owners in 2016. Until recently, this house had a barren landscape that provided little value for the family. After buying the home, the owners began extensive renovations that changed the home’s look. They also wanted to enhance the […]

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Level Up: Milosi’s Strength Comes From a Growth-Minded Team

Our Level Up series shares the strategies that help landscape and lawn care companies get to the next level. It was the beautiful stripes professional mowing services created that first attracted Taylor Milliken to the landscape industry. He started out mowing lawns with his friend at 15 years old. “I always knew I wanted to […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Crafting a Seaside Retreat

Located in Duxbury, Massachusetts, this client desired a landscape that would look appropriate with their renovated classic home. They wanted a gracious entry sequence with a dry stacked front wall and reclaimed materials to go with the age of the house. They aspired for the backyard to include a variety of spaces for relaxing, entertaining, […]

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Level Up: Chip-N-Dale’s Custom Landscaping, Inc. Is Committed To Excellence

Our Level Up series shares the strategies that help landscape and lawn care companies get to the next level. Greg Struhl entered the landscape industry by chance and despite some trials early on, he has shaped Chip-N-Dale’s Custom Landscaping, Inc., based in Las Vegas, Nevada, into a successful business. Previously, he had been working at […]

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Standardizing Your Project Handoff Process

There are a lot of moving parts to a project handoff, so creating a process and using it consistently can help streamline this step and prevent oversights. “Standardizing this process helps improve communication, expectations, and keeping on track with all project specifics to reduce the chance of scope creep,” says Michael Wagner, director of company […]

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The Importance of Proper Project Handoffs

In a relay race, teams have to seamlessly pass the baton from one athlete to another in order to succeed. Similarly, project handoffs are a critical step to ensure the work your team has sold is executed properly and in a timely manner by your production team. “Project handoffs enable effective communication and clarification of […]

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