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April 29 will mark the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day, which was started in Nebraska and serves as a tree-planting holiday. This holiday represents a hope for the future by planting trees that will one day provide clean air, cooling shade, habitats for wildlife and healthier communities. If youāre wanting to show your clients the […]
If you reach Alisha Amundsonās voicemail, it says sheās either in a tree or assisting another customer. This sums up the majority of this arboristās day, but she is also a mother and owner of Tree Girl Designs, based in Orlando, Florida. Amundson says getting into arboriculture was fated for her, although she didnāt seek […]
Nursery stock is grown in several different ways, and you might think that as long as you can get the trees you need for the job, it doesnāt matter how they arrive. However, no production method is the best for all situations. You should consider the availability, price and adaptability to local site conditions. Check […]
Tree work can seem like a natural addition to your existing services, especially if clients are requesting it. However, tree care work can be dangerous and should only be conducted by well-trained arborists who are familiar with safety and industry best practices. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, tree worker accidents are three […]
Winter can be a trying time for trees as there are a number of ways they can become damaged over the colder months if the right combination of conditions occurs. For some of these types of injuries, the symptoms may not appear until the spring. While the best practice is to take proper measures during […]
A few months ago some stories were circulating about how Florida should ditch palm trees to fight the climate crisis. While itās an attention-grabbing headline, there is far more nuance that needs to be added to the conversation. āThere are lots of other things that trees do besides just sequester carbon,ā says Jason Henning, a […]
As we head into the dormant season, you may start getting phone calls from clients as this is can be a prime time for pruning trees. Pruning is an important practice that removes dead and dying branches, allowing for new growth while protecting people below. While it may seem like a straightforward task, make sure […]
Read more about these NALP members and partners in the news. Takeoff Monkey Partners with GoMaterials to Provide Integrated Procurement Solution Takeoff Monkey, an on-demand takeoff and pre-construction service provider, and GoMaterials, an online landscape marketplace, have partnered to create an integrated planning and procurement solution for landscape contractors. This new solution allows Takeoff Monkeyās […]
On July 19, 2021, 250 landscape industry professionals volunteered their time and skills at Arlington National Cemetery and on the National Mall for the annual Renewal & Remembrance event. āWhether itās the 25th or not, I think being part of Renewal and Remembrance is a great honor,ā says Bruce Allentuck, president of Allentuck Landscaping Co. […]
Read more about these NALP members and partners in the news. Brooklawn Services Acquires Chemscape, Inc. Brooklawn Services based in Muncie, Indiana, recently acquired Chemscape, Inc. a lawn and landscape maintenance company out of Montpelier, Indiana. Jason Brooks, president and founder of Brooklawn Service, and Troy Batten, owner of Chemscape, Inc., discussed a possible merger […]
