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Landscape Management's staff brings together collective experience in journalism, research, writing, and editing. Our team stays tapped into the pulse of the industry, covering a wide range topics with a commitment to delivering compelling stories and high-quality content.

Nufarm makes $150K donation to GreenCare for Troops

Nufarm is once again putting its support behind Project EverGreen’s GreenCare for Troops, this time by contributing $150,000 to the program. In 2015, Nufarm supported the program—which provides free lawn and landscaping services to help families of active-duty military members serving away from home—by donating $15 to GreenCare for Troops for select product purchases. “Nufarm is keenly […]

Former NFL Pro Bowl Quarterback Ron Jaworski to keynote Landscapes 2017

NFL Pro Bowl Quarterback Ron Jaworski will be the keynote speaker at Landscapes 2017. Landscapes, which is hosted by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), is an educational event held in conjunction with GIE+EXPO and Hardscapes North America (HNA), taking place Oct 18-20 in Louisville, Ky. Landscapes 2017 will include more than 40 education […]

New SIMA event aims to kick-off the season with passion and purpose

The Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) is launching a new event, titled “Season Opener: Building Your Snow Dream Team.” This educational and networking event will be held Sept. 19-20, at the Hyatt Regency Inner Harbor in Baltimore, Md. “Talent acquisition and retention have become a challenge in the snow and ice removal industry,” said […]

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Step by Step: How to install a French drain

Drainage issues in a lawn can cause an array of problems, like disease and damage to a home’s foundation. One way to get rid of excess water is to install a French drain. A French drain consists of a perforated drainage tube placed into a trench filled with loose gravel or rock that’s designed to […]

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Cub Cadet’s commercial string trimmer line — ST23, ST26 (pictured) and ST35 — makes trimming around fences, trees and flowerbeds easy. The 4-cycle units have engines that are fuel-efficient, have low emissions and run quietly. The bump feed head allows for continuous operation. The Advanced Starting Technology (AST) feature dramatically starts with slow, steady pulls […]

Photo Credit: Brian J. Koribanick/Landscape Techniques

Big Picture: Tiers of Joy

Location: Caldwell, N.J. Company: Landscape Techniques, Nutley, N.J. Photo Credit: Brian J. Koribanick/Landscape Techniques The design intent was to transform a barren hillside at the rear of a home into a multitier, family-centric oasis. To make this a reality, Landscape Techniques developed a four-tier landscape construction plan: Tier I: Expansive brick paver patio, anchoring the […]

Briggs & Stratton expands mower manufacturing capacity

Briggs & Stratton Corp. will move production of its commercial turf operations from its current facility in Munnsville, N.Y., to neighboring Sherrill, N.Y., to expand capacity. The Munnsville, N.Y., facility manufactures commercial zero-turn mowers under the Ferris and Snapper Pro brands and consumer zero-turn mowers under its Simplicity and Snapper brands. “This expansion is the […]

Case adds minimum-swing excavator to D Series lineup

Case Construction Equipment added the CX145D SR minimum-swing radius excavator to its D Series lineup. According to the company, the CX145D SR was designed to provide ample digging and lifting power in a small footprint. It has an operating weight of 32,100 pounds and a 102 hp Tier 4 Final engine, as well as bucket […]

Ryan Turf to launch National Aerate Your Lawn Day next month

Turf renovation equipment manufacturer Ryan Turf is launching “National Aerate Your Lawn Day,” a consumer awareness campaign the company says is an opportunity for lawn care professionals to educate homeowners on the benefits of aeration and encourage either hiring a professional or renting an aerator from the local home center to do it themselves. The […]

Ewing gears up for company restructuring

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply unveiled plans for organizational changes to better position the company for future growth, while improving ongoing support for its more than 200 locations, the company said. To support these efforts, Ewing implemented five strategic transitions to provide greater and more focused support to its stores and employees. These transitions include […]

Toro releases power broom attachment

Toro is expanding its lineup of Multi Force attachments with the addition of its new power broom attachment for multiseason use. The 55-inch-wide power broom attaches to the GrandStand Multi Force stand-on mower and is designed for clearing snow off sidewalks and driveways, as well as clearing debris or dethatching grass. “The new power broom […]

SiteOne acquires South Coast Supply

SiteOne Landscape Supply acquired South Coast Supply, which has two locations serving the Orange County, Calif., market. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Started in 1981, South Coast Supply is a distributor of hardscape, natural stone and related products to landscape professionals. “South Coast Supply is a terrific fit with SiteOne as they add […]

Douglas Dynamics unveils dates for salt brine training tour

Douglas Dynamics unveiled the dates for this year’s “The Power of Salt Brine” training tour. The tour, scheduled from Aug. 8 through Sept. 28, is a national educational effort designed to give contractors a face-to-face opportunity to learn best practices for using liquids as part of their snow and ice management plan. Training sessions will […]

Equipment Defender racks designed to prevent theft

Equipment Defender is a new line of locking trailer racks designed to organize, stop theft and stop damage to equipment. The line trimmer, edger, backpack blower, backpack sprayer, gas can, line spool and hand tool racks are all designed to work with open and enclosed trailers without the need to purchase any secondary brackets. Working […]

New tool upgrades handle grips

Re-Grip, a division of Chicago Aerosol, debuted its flagship self-titled product, Re-Grip. The multipurpose tool places or replaces worn-out handle grips on a variety of tools, including levers; handles; lawn, garden and home improvement tools; construction equipment; sporting goods; cookware and more. Made from recycled materials, Re-Grip also is waterproof and UV resistant. Plus its […]

Editorial Advisory Board: August 2017

“An effective incentive program must ______________.” Landscape Pros Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf Norcross, Ga. “… be fair and equitable causing neither envy or pride.” Chris Joyce Joyce Landscaping Cape Cod, Mass. “…be constantly visible and the outcome/results easily understand.” Adam Linnemann Linnemann Lawn Care & Landscaping Columbia, Ill. “…must be monitored closely and consistently.” Industry […]

Montgomery County, Md., pesticide ban struck down

The Montgomery County, Md., Circuit Court struck down the county’s ban on lawn and garden pesticide use on private property, deeming it unlawful and preempted by Maryland law. Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE) said it is pleased with the court’s decision. “We are gratified that the court agreed that the county’s ban on […]

People on the Move: TruGreen names new CFO; Ewing names new vp of business development; LM bids farewell to associate editor

TruGreen named Brian Hamm as its new CFO. As CFO at TruGreen, Hamm will be responsible for ensuring the finance organization can enable the company to continue to grow. Hamm joins TruGreen from Energizer Holdings, where he served as executive vice president and CFO, leading the finance, controllership, internal audit, investor relations, tax and treasury […]

WAC Landscape Lighting rolls out new LED path lights

WAC Landscape Lighting expanded its path lights lineup with new LED path lights in Ledge and Balance styles. Both styles are available in 2700 kelvin or 3000 kelvin color temperatures, and in black or bronze finishes. The Ledge LED Path Light features a sleek linear design with die-cast corrosion-resistant aluminum. The Balance LED Path Light […]

Express Blower releases new mulcher

Express Blower unveiled a new addition to its blower truck equipment line, the Express Mulcher. It is offered in two standard models, both featuring the Hallco Live Floor with reversing capabilities for bulk offloading, rear mount hydraulic hose reel and an aluminum material box. The Express Mulcher SD boasts a 40-cubic-yard level load capacity box […]

Conserva Irrigation seeks franchisees

Expanding its national footprint, Conserva Irrigation now is accepting potential franchise candidates. Russ Jundt founded the Richmond, Va.-headquartered irrigation company in 2010—and did so on the principle of water conservation. Today, the company and its franchise model targets the repair and maintenance of both commercial and residential sprinkler systems. “Having witnessed the unbelievable amount of […]

Exmark debuts aerator attachment

Exmark introduced a spreader attachment for its 30-inch stand-on aerator, enabling landscape professionals to offer overseeding in conjunction with aeration programs. “The Exmark aerator spreader attachment is a response to our customers’ requests asking for a way to increase the versatility and revenue opportunities of the highly productive stand-on aerator,” said Lloyd von Scheliha, Exmark […]

SnowEx upgrades Liqui Maxx spray system

SnowEx ramped up its Liqui Maxx spray system, available in tank sizes of 300, 500, 750 and 1,250 gallons. Powered by a 5.5-hp engine, Liqui Maxx’s HFD-200EX deluxe model now features an electric start, allowing users to operate the choke from the cab. Also new to the deluxe system, a hydraulic motor driven pump includes a […]

Ewing completes merger with Upstart

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply merged with Upstart Products. “Upstart, and its unique golf agronomic product range, provides a complementary offering to Ewing’s golf customers,” Ewing President and CEO Douglas W. York said. “And Ewing’s and Upstart’s shared dedication to industry professionals creates more sustainable and profitable solutions for our customers.” In addition to bolstering […]

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