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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.

Project EverGreen, Houston Habitat for Humanity partner for Harrell Park project

For the second year in a row, Project EverGreen and Houston Habitat for Humanity partnered to install lawns and landscapes for five new homes in Houston’s Harrell Park subdivision—a subdivision created by Habitat that is home to 113 families. “These homes are vehicles out of poverty and serve as a trampoline for our families,” says […]

SipcamRotam launches Lucto herbicide

SipcamRotam introduced Lucto, a new preemergent and postemergent herbicide containing the active ingredient Mesotrione. Lucto controls Bentgrass in some cool-season turfgrass species at the time of new seeding or turf renovation, according to the company, and is labeled by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for use in commercial and residential sites. The herbicide is absorbed […]

SIMA to expand salt application standards

A new collaboration led by the Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) aims to expand the Sustainable Salt Initiative (SSI) by setting recommended industry standards for salt application in winter snow and ice events. As part of the alliance, Viaesys Inc. will provide salt tracking research and the University of Waterloo will perform data analysis. The […]

Bob-Cat mower line to expand with acquisition

Schiller Grounds Care acquired the assets of the Eastman Industries 21-inch commercial mower family. The mower line will be added to Schiller’s Bob-Cat brand of commercial mowers. “We’ve been looking to get back into the 21-inch walk-behind market for a while now, and the acquisition of this product was a perfect fit,” said Matt Donohue, […]

Hunter Industries unveils new Wi-Fi-based controller

Hunter Industries unveiled the new Wi-Fi-based Pro-HC controller, built to work with its Hydrawise web-based software. The Pro-HC controller offers contractors a rugged enclosure and internet accessibility, allowing them to manage all their sites from anywhere, any time, the manufacturer says. The Pro-HC is offered in either six-, 12- or 24-station fixed indoor and outdoor […]

FX Luminaire intros Luxor Satellite Controller

FX Luminaire released the Luxor Linking and the Luxor Satellite controller, which are designed to let users easily manage multiple Luxor ZD and Luxor ZDC sites. “Luxor Linking and the Luxor Satellite controllers simplifies your Luxor ZD or Luxor ZDC lighting systems,” said James Cervantes, Product Manager FX Luminaire Lighting Controls. “Having a single point of […]

NALP Sales Boot Camp to visit Charlotte, Baltimore in March

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) is launching a new educational event. The NALP Sales Boot Camp with Marty Grunder will be held March 27-28 in Charlotte, N.C., and March 29-30 in Baltimore, Md. “We are excited to collaborate with Marty again on this new NALP Sales Boot Camp,” said Sabeena Hickman, CAE, NALP CEO. […]

IA Fly-In set for March

The 2017 Irrigation Association (IA) Fly-In is scheduled for March 7-8 in Washington, D.C. The event is open to IA members and is free. Attendees cover their own hotel and travel expenses. The Fly-In, held in partnership with the National Ground Water Association and the Water Quality Association, connects irrigation professionals with their legislators to […]

Case releases equipment ownership cost calculator

Case Construction Equipment released its Total Cost of Ownership Calculator, which provides prospective buyers and equipment owners insight into lifetime ownership costs. According to Case, the free program calculates data in U.S and Canadian currencies, as well as metric and imperial measurements. Users enter the equipment category and model, anticipated length of ownership, hours of […]

Site touts low prices, flat-rate shipping on parts

Contractor Supply Club (CSC) is a membership website that claims to sell parts and tools to landscape contractors at better prices than Amazon and eBay. The Michigan-based business was founded by brothers and “serial entrepreneurs” Brian Maynard and Jason Maynard. As former contractors, they said it’s frustrating to search online for the best prices on the […]

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Efficiency Tip: iSave time

Last year, Jesse Wisely, owner of Mid-South Irrigation in Memphis, Tenn., a mostly residential design/build and irrigation firm with just under $1 million in revenue, expedited the invoicing process by putting an iPad in his irrigation service technician’s hands and a printer in his van. Once the tech completes a job, he creates an invoice […]

Editorial Advisory Board: February 2017

Any advice for those looking to maximize their participation in home services review sites? Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf Norcross, Ga. “We are fanatics about answering our reviews!” Greg Winchel Winchel Irrigation Grandville, Mich. “Be careful. I’ve pulled my company name from a couple of sites because the site said they do background checks […]

What aerator do you recommend and why?

Rob Elder Owner, Omaha Organics Lawn Care Omaha, Neb. “The Ryan Lawnaire ZTS was a great addition to our fleet. We treat about 18,500,000 sq. ft. of turf per year, so every minute counts. As a hands-on owner and operator, I always dreaded aeration season because it was hard, backbreaking work. The Ryan Lawnaire ZTS […]

New Stuff: February 2017

1. TurnAer XT8 stand-on aerator Company: Turfco The XT8 is designed to be quick, with speeds of 7 mph, and nimble, with a 30-in. aerating width that fits through a 48-in. gate, the company says. The Auto-Depth Control lets operators eliminate guesswork by setting tine depth from 0-5 in. and ensure that depth is kept […]

Scott to host foremen training session

Jeffrey Scott is hosting a training session for landscape company foremen and supervisors. The one-day event takes place Feb. 27 in Dulles, Va., from 9 a.m.-4p.m. The session, called “Foremen, Forewomen and Supervisor Training: Learn five-star client service and people management skills for increased confidence, employee/client satisfaction and profitable jobs,” costs $249 with a $199 […]

Valley Industries acquires A1 Mist Sprayers

Valley Industries acquired A1 Mist Sprayers, a Ponca, Neb.-based company that manufactures mist spraying applicators for customers in the U.S. and Canada. Valley Industries also includes Master Manufacturing Sprayers, Everflo Pumps and Comet Pumps. “General Manager Steve Nelson and the A1 team have done an incredible job of building a solid and successful operation in […]

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Big Picture: Making a point

Location: Prior Lake, Minn. Company: Southview Design Photo credit: Troy Thies Photography This peninsula residential landscaping project was three years in planning and two years to complete. The first meeting took place on the property with Southview Designs Landscape Designer Matt Burton, the real estate agent and the homeowner. The existing 1950s home was still […]

TCIA reports 92 fatal tree care incidents in ’16

The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) recorded 153 tree care-related occupational incidents in calendar year 2016. Ninety-two of them were fatal, compared with 79 in 2013, 81 in 2014 and 87 in 2015. The association compiles this data from media accounts of accidents. Less “newsworthy” accidents are less likely to be recorded, TCIA says. TCIA […]

Howard Fertilizer releases Polyworx slow release line

Howard Fertilizer & Chemical Co. launched the Polyworx line of fertilizers, featuring the polymer coating technology GAL-XeOne. Available to golf courses and professional lawn care operators throughout the southeast U.S., Polyworx is formulated to emit a gradual and controlled release of nutrients into the soil. Polyworx performs effectively in a variety of weather conditions and […]

Aspire gets an update

The Aspire Software Co., a landscape business management software firm, released version 3.2. This release is the first of four updates planned for 2017. The new version is available to all users. It features: Outlook Exchange and Google Gmail recurring appointment synchronization; Enhancements for construction estimating, purchasing and inventory management; and Additional month-end financials reporting […]

Keysoft to host landscape design webinar series

Keysoft Landscape, part of Keysoft Solutions, which provides AutoCAD-based software KeyScape LandCadd, introduced a monthly webinar program designed to provide insights on technological issues facing landscape architects. In addition to, the program will discuss the ways to maximize productivity, improve accuracy and increase creativity while using AutoCAD, the company said. The series will be lead by Nate Qualls, […]

Kohler acquires English company Clarke Energy

Kohler Power Group, a manufacturer of engines and power generation systems, acquired Clarke Energy from Liverpool, England. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Clarke Energy’s end-to-end capabilities are very highly regarded around the world and the company’s products and services are an excellent fit within our existing power systems business,” said David Kohler, president […]

DeWalt expands FlexVolt System lineup

DeWalt expanded its FlexVolt System with an outdoor power equipment lineup that features a battery that automatically changes voltage when the user changes tools. The lineup will include a new chainsaw, handheld blower and string trimmer, which all feature the new FlexVolt 60-volt Max 3.0Ah battery—rather than the 9.0Ah used with the 20-volt Max tools. The […]

SiteOne acquires Atlanta-area distributor

The acquisitions continue for SiteOne Landscape Supply. The ever-expanding distributor acquired Stone Forest Materials in Kennesaw, Ga., which has one location and distributes hardscape products. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Stone Forest is a terrific fit with SiteOne as they are the clear market leader in the Atlanta, Ga., market for hardscape products,” said […]

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