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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.

Bob-Cat adds new deck options to XRZ pro lineup

Bob-Cat added 48-inch and 61-inch deck options for the XRZ Pro mower. These deck sizes join the original 52-inch deck. “We want our customers to have exactly what they need to get their lawn care jobs done,” said Bob-Cat Brand Director Matt Donohue. “These new decks give them more options on the XRZ Pro, with […]

Civitas WEEDfree Brand is now available in California

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation approved Intelligro’s hybrid selective herbicide, Civitas WEEDfree Brand concentrate. This product is now available in all U.S. states. “Civitas WEEDfree Brand Concentrate is a product that lawn and landscape professionals can get excited about because it is effective, resourceful and affordable–something that up until now many products have not […]

Hunter intros new microirrigation system

Hunter released a new system of microirrigation products. New additions to Hunter’s Micro lineup include PLD-LOC fittings which fit ½-inch tubing/dripline between 16-18 milimeters; commercial-grade IH Risers (flexible PVC); Multi-Port emitters for commercial PVC systems; Mini Landscape Dripline, ¼-inch Polyethylene and Vinyl tubing, ½-inch Polyethylene tubing, rigid risers; and an Eco-Indicator that shows when the […]

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Big Picture: Coastal living

Location: Marblehead Bay, Mass. Company: R.P. Marzilli & Co., Medway, Mass. The Details: The client wanted an outdoor living area that would maximize his property’s ocean view and accommodate his large, active family both day and night. The ledge throughout the construction area, coupled with the steep terrain and single access road, proved to be a challenge—particularly when […]

Terex expands compact track loader lineup

Terex expanded its compact track loader lineup with the addition of the R350T and R350T Forestry models. Both compact track loaders feature a 120-hp, turbocharged Tier 4 final Cummins QSF3.8 diesel engine. These models feature high-flow auxiliary hydraulics, 360 foot-pounds of peak engine torque, a high-capacity cooling system and a two-speed hydrostatic drive system that […]

Anuvia Plant Nutrients opens $98M facility

Anuvia Plant Nutrients opened its fertilizer production facility in Zellwood, Fla. The $98 million plant started production in April and has capacity to produce more than 200 tons of product daily. Anuvia’s products include GreenTRX for the turf industry and SymTRX for the agricultural sector. “The grand opening signals a new era of organic material utilization and […]

Hunter Industries acquires Hydrawise

Hunter Industries acquired Hydrawise, a manufacturer of Wi-Fi-based irrigation controllers and web-based software. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. This acquisition allows Hunter to enter the Wi-Fi enabled controller market with its new HC irrigation controller, the company said. The HC controller offers internet accessibility, enabling contractors to manage sites from anywhere. “We’re excited about bringing […]

Bear Track launches aluminum tilt utility trailer line

Bear Track Products, an aluminum trailer manufacturer, launched an all-new lineup of aluminum tilt utility trailers. The new line of tilt trailers includes five models with carrying capacities ranging from 2,340 and 4,115 pounds. The utility trailers operate using a hydraulic damper and gas spring. “We took the same great quality and craftsmanship customers are […]

JCB intros compact excavator designed for urban sites

JCB released the JCB 8018 contractor specification compact excavator model to provide contractors with a compact excavator designed to work on busy urban job sites. Model features include: 500-hour extended greasing intervals; Electrical proportional auxiliaries; LED work lights with additional guarding; Additional counterweight protection; Hand-held tool circuit; and Street-pad dozer blade protection. All excavator arm […]

Project EverGreen creates disc golf course at Minnesota park

Project EverGreen, a nonprofit promoting the value of preserving and revitalizing managed green spaces, took its “Healthy Turf. Healthy Kids.” initiative to Court Square Park in Belle Plaine, Minn., April 23. Working in partnership with the Belle Plaine Park Board and City Council, Belle Plaine Chamber of Commerce, Belle Plaine High School Future Farmers of […]

NALP Foundation names board of directors

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) named its 2016-2017 Foundation Board of Directors. The NALP Foundation works to advance professional careers in the landscape industry through public education and other efforts, such as scholarship programs. The NALP Board of Directors also took office last week. The following members were chosen: Officers President—Mark Meister of John Deere in […]

NDS releases all-in-one drip line solution

NDS unveiled its new Dura Flo CV Dripline. This drip line solution provides landscape and irrigation professionals with a new, higher level of water conservation for any irrigation project, all with no root intrusion, the company said. The dripper features a check valve to prevent low emitter drainage on shut down and anti-siphon capabilities to eliminate […]

Harper Industries releases hydraulic valve system

Harper Industries introduced the DewEze Valve Tank (VT) series system, featuring a PosiFlow reservoir. This tank-mounted valve system can be fitted to any light- or medium-duty truck. The VT Series can control up to seven actions, including a spreader, to operate a fully loaded snow and ice management vehicle. It is a self-contained valve system […]

Efco releases pro brush cutter

Efco released the new professional DS 3000 T brush cutter. The DS 3000 T brushcutter has a 2-stroke engine that delivers 30 cc and 1.5 hp. The DS 3000 T includes the Easy On starting system and a bike handle designed to reduce vibrations. The clutch housing is made with aluminum for reduced weight and […]

Mean Green Mowers unveils solar-powered mower

Mean Green Mowers expanded its commercial mower lineup with the addition of S.A.M., aka the “solar-assisted mower.” S.A.M. is an optional solar electric canopy that can be added to the commercial electric Mean Green CXR-52-inch/60-inch ZTR ride-on mower. S.A.M extends mower run times by collecting the sun’s energy and converting it to additional power for […]

Belgard honors service members with donation to USO

In honor of National Military Appreciation Month in May, Belgard committed to donate $1 to the USO for every Idea Book order, social share, email share and social like, up to $50,000. “During Military Appreciation Month and throughout the rest of the year, we want to honor those who not only risk their lives, but […]

SprayGreen splits into 2 divisions

SprayGreen Landscape Service split its business into two divisions to offer its customers and franchisees more streamlined services, the company said. The first division is SprayGreen, which will expand distributor and franchise owner partnerships around the nation. The second is SprayandGreen, which will focus on retail operations. “It made good business sense to create two […]

CASE Plants 30 trees for #CASETrees campaign

CASE Construction Equipment planted 30 trees in Racine, Wis., during its #CASETrees social media event. The trees were planted in three locations: Lockwood Park, Johnson Park and Racine Zoo. Tree selection and planting was conducted in coordination with the Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. Each company that uploaded a photo of its crew […]

Super Bright LEDs adds new dusk-to-dawn sensor

Super Bright LEDs, an online retailer for LED lights, added a new dusk­-to-­dawn sensor to its line of landscape lighting accessories. The sensor is designed to save time and energy, as well as prolong LED lifetime, the company said. No indoor wiring or switches are necessary. A built-­in timer allows for lights to remain on […]

SnowWolf releases 10-ply snow tires

SnowWolf released its updated line of WolfPaws snow tires. The new tires feature a 10-ply rating. “We’re always striving to improve our equipment and accessories in ways that will help our customers do their jobs better and more efficiently,” said SnowWolf Director and General Manager Mark Holman. “We’ve been in the same cabs, so we know how important every […]

Web Extra: TIS Landscape Services truck set-up

We used to use Ford Rangers for service because they got better gas mileage but the F150’s have caught up with them in that regard so we tend to use white F150’s for service and management while using F250’s for crew/installation. All of our trucks are white which is standard for most companies. Not that […]

Editorial Advisory Board: What’s your best tip for improving company culture?

Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf Norcross, Ga. “I don’t think there’s any way to change your company culture except to get involved yourself and lead the way. Usually companies start out small with a family-oriented Mom and Pop store. As growth occurs, though, Ma and Pa notice that members of the “family” are all […]

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Efficiency Tip: Team selling

A team sales approach instituted last year has proven to be an efficient change at Blades of Green, an Edgewater, Md.-based lawn care and pest control company. Technicians are required to submit two qualified leads per day from their routes. These leads cost nothing to acquire, says President Mark Leahy. Techs hand off these sales […]

illustrations: David Preiss

Step by Step: Achieving good stripes

For many landscape pros, there’s something satisfying about creating perfect stripes on a client’s lawn. Achieving this high-end look is as simple as bending the blades of grass in different directions and waiting for the sun to shine, which creates “light” or “dark” stripes. When blades of grass are bent away from the viewer, the […]

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