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Where Should the Industry Focus According to the People Shaping It

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 […]

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Landscape of the Month: Raising the Standard for a Botanical Hotel

This English-themed hotel stands out among the places to stay in New York City, New York. From a rooftop garden to a courtyard filled with sculptures, this property offers a refined, elegant experience for guests. Since 2017, John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, based in Congers, New York, has been responsible for maintaining the diverse landscapes on […]

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The Growing Demand for Native Plants: What It Means for Your Business

The adoption of native plants in more residential and commercial landscapes is a trend that is being driven by consumer demand, regulatory changes and landscape professionals taking the lead. Native plants support biodiversity and tend to be hardier than non-native varieties, requiring fewer inputs to keep them alive. As client values shift, you can take […]

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How I Do It: Cultivating Biodiversity Through Ecological Restoration Ā 

A hummingbird hovering over a cardinal flower, a caterpillar on a milkweed plant, and wood frog tadpoles thriving in a vernal pool are all signs of success for Parterre Garden Services. ā€œThese are all moments that are obviously ephemeral, and they may seem small to some, but they reflect the impact of thoughtful land stewardship,ā€ […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Creating a Sustainable Native Ecosystem

For nearly 15 years, this park has been a highlight of the Southern Methodist University campus in Dallas, Texas. But it hasn’t always been this way. Before 2011, the site was underused and covered in pavement. As plans came together for a change, the goal was clear: Create a native plant community in the heart […]

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From Gutters to Gardens: Rainwater Harvesting 101

As sustainable water use becomes more top of mind for customers, one option you can present is incorporating rainwater harvesting to supplement their irrigation usage. Rainwater collection can help reduce stormwater runoff and has fewer contaminants compared to surface and ground waters. How much water a client can expect to collect and be able to […]

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Healthy Green Spaces Coalition Provides Science-Backed Guidance on Water-Efficient Landscapes

In response to drought conditions, many municipalities have rolled out water restrictions that result in tree deaths and increase the heat island effect as they label turfgrass and green spaces as part of the problem. Recognizing this challenge for the irrigation and landscape industry, the National Association of Landscape Professionals, Scotts Miracle-Gro, Hunter Industries, Rain […]

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How I Do It: Becoming A Public Benefit Corporation

Klausing Group, PBC, based in Lexington, Kentucky, has always believed that businesses can be a force for good. They decided to take that belief one step further by becoming a Certified B Corporation. CEO Roscoe Klausing announced his company’s decision to pursue B Corp certification at Leaders Forum in 2023 as part of their strategy […]

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The Future of Battery Charging: Risks, Rates, and New Tech

Manufacturers are currently in pursuit of battery cell technology that will allow them to provide faster charging times for landscape companies. As technology advances, below are some of the areas to be mindful of as you scale with battery power and what to expect in the near future. Faster Charging Considerations   One of the […]

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Faster Speeds and Mobile Power: Where Battery Charging Tech Is Headed Next

As more landscape companies move to integrating battery-powered equipment into their operations, the question of where the technology will evolve in the next few years is on everyone’s mind. ā€œThat is the question of the century that we’re all trying to answer,ā€ says Todd Zimmerman, SVP of dealer sales, operations and product atĀ Kress. ā€œFrom a […]

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