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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.

Girls just want to have fun, too . . . just like the guys

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By: Ron Hall As I was riding my bicycle near our local high school on a recent afternoon I saw something I hadn’t seen before. It caused me to slow down and take a second look. Our boys team was engaged in dribbling drills on the field that is also used by our high school marching […]

Breaking down the barriers to efficient irrigation

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By: Andy Smith, CIC, CID, CLIA Regardless of anyone’s belief, the same amount of water exists in earth’s atmosphere as did at the time of the planet’s creation.  As growth and development occur and populations expand, we are faced with the dilemma of making sure there is enough water available to fulfill the needs of drinking, […]

WEF selects Ostara as a 2011 Technology Pioneer

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Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc. announced that it was named one of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) 2011 class of Technology Pioneers. Ostara is the only Canadian company to receive this prestigious global award this year, and one of only three water-related companies to be honored. Ostara was recognized for its Pearl Nutrient Recovery Process, […]

Alocet: QXpress

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QXpress is the scheduling software of choice for Green Industry professionals using QuickBooks. QXpress adds scheduling, job costing and invoicing capabilities to QuickBooks. Users don’t have to learn a whole new system; they can just add industry-specific functionality to their existing QuickBooks. A customizable, Web-based version is also available. QXpress.com or 888/QXpress CONTACT INFO Company : Alocet Country […]

What do you consider a fair price for water?

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By: Ron Hall “ Nothing is more useful than water: but it will purchase scarce anything; scarce anything can be handed in exchange for it. A diamond, on the contrary, has scarce any value in use; but a very great quantity of other goods may frequently be had in exchange for it.”  Scottish philosopher and economist Adam […]

La Bamba Copperleaf Plant

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The La Bamba Copperleaf Plant (Acalypha wilkesiana) adds foliage interest to the landscape. It can be planted in beds, or in containers and is adaptable as a houseplant. The 18- to 36-in. plants have an upright growing habit and are heat tolerant. They are annuals except in zones 10-11. They are hardy to 40°F. Proven Winners

NCSU Turfgrass Field Day set for August

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ACKSON SPRINGS, NC — The 2010 North Carolina State University Turfgrass Field Day will take place Wednesday, Aug. 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sandhills Research Station in Jackson Springs. A total of 2.5 NCDA&CS pesticide credits are available. The Turfgrass Field Day at the Sandhills Research Station is only offered every […]

Use Smart Irrigation Month as your conversation starter

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By: Andy Smith, CIC, CID, CLIA So the recovery hasn’t landed on your doorstep with a big bag of cash? You are still looking for ways to drive business? Well look no further than Smart Irrigation Month. July is here. The heat wave is in full force and there is no better time to reexamine the […]

So, you think you have it tough when it comes to field and lawn care maintenance

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By Jim Novak, Turfgrass Producers International If you have the responsibility of overseeing the maintenance and care of sports fields, recreational areas, community parks or lawns there are a good number of your peers who can relate to the challenges you face throughout the year. At times the responsibility may seem overwhelming; but imagine being responsible […]

Studies support suitability of synthetic turf for soccer pitches

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As the U.S. soccer team prepares for its June 12 match with England in the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, it’s timely to spotlight two studies that underlie the decision by FIFA, the international governing body of international football or soccer, to promote synthetic turf, or ‘football turf’ as it calls third-generation infilled synthetic […]

Artificial turf makes modest inroad into World Cup soccer

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The global sports delirium that unfolds for one month every four years begins Friday, June 11. The 2010 FIFA World Cup begins in South Africa and will be followed via television and radio by billions around the world. This is the first time an African nation is hosting the tournament, which involves teams from 32 nations. […]

Color: Lucia Dark Blue Lobelia

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Lucia Dark Blue Lobelia has blue flowers that attract birds and butterflies. Lucia Dark Blue Lobelia has blue flowers that attract birds and butterflies. It has better heat tolerance than older varieties, according to Proven Winners. They will reliably bloom in warm temperatures unless night temperatures stay in the upper 70s or above. The low-maintenance […]

ProGreenSports survey indicates rising interest in green practices among sports programs

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ProGreenSports just completed the second annual survey of sustainability practices among NCAA athletic departments. The survey was conducted in May among 119 FBS division schools. Results indicate an increasing emphasis on green practices. We believe that sports organizations have a unique business opportunity to profitably implement sustainability programs that reduce costs, increase revenue, enhance the brand and lessen […]

Pickseed, Barenbrug provide seed for 2010 FIFA World Cup

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In spite of growing popularity of synthetic turf on sports fields around the world, turfgrass is still the preferred playing surface for professional soccer. Pickseed Canada and Barenbrug are among the companies supplying turfgrass seed for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, which begins in South Africa on Friday, June 11. All 32 South African team […]

Summer fertilizer bans spreading like weeds in Florida

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By: Ron Hall Lawn care companies in communities on Florida’s Gulf Coast are being forced to adjust their turf nutrient programs, and their customers may have to adjust their expectations in terms of the appearance of their lawns in light of the new lawn fertilizer regulations that are taking effect in regions across the state. On […]

Design, build on the grow?

Despite housing and economic challenges, survey shows there could be hope for design/build/installation contractors. Nearly 50% of landscape professionals say 2010 sales are already up compared to last year. And 20% of them expect 10% higher sales; another 11% expect 15% higher sales. The other twist to this plot: The majority of survey respondents were […]

NY Governor signs bill banning pesticides from school grounds

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ALBANY, NY – To the dismay of the chemical lawn care industry and the New York State School Boards Association and to the delight of anti-pesticide activists, Governor David Paterson this week signed a bill banning the use of commonly used pesticides on school ball fields and daycare playgrounds. School s will have one year […]

10 trends for 2010

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Homeowners are moving toward water-wise landscapes, online infolust and “anything goes” mentality, experts say. Every year, we read about the new landscape plant trends. Purple is out. Pink is in. Purple’s the new pink. Pink’s the new pink. This year, however, gardening habits are taking their cues from deeper social changes — be they global, […]

Clematis Crystal Fountain

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Garden Splendor’s Crystal Fountain begins flowering in late spring or early summer and continues into summer, with another strong burst again in late summer and autumn. With its multitude of double flowers and heights of up to 6 ft., it looks great trained on archways, pergolas, arbors, trellis or even fences. Garden Splendor

ServiceMaster announces NSTA award recipients

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MEMPHIS, TN — Sponsored by ServiceMaster, the National Science Teachers Association’s (NSTA’s) 2010 Teacher Awards program honors K-12 teachers, professors, principals, and others for their outstanding achievement and innovative programs in science education. The awards were presented at a special banquet and ceremony at NSTA’s 58th National Conference on Science Education in Philadelphia, March 18-21. […]

PLANET names new president

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HERNDON, VA — The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is pleased to announce the selection of David Snodgrass, Landscape Industry Certified Manager, as president of the association for 2010/2011. He was sworn into office at PLANET’s Executive Forum, held in February in Las Vegas. “It is both an honor and a privilege to be serving as […]

PLANET AEF announces new state association ambassadorship

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HERNDON, VA — The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) has announced that the PLANET Academic Excellence Foundation (AEF) has created a new State Association Ambassadorship for the Green Industry. This allows any state to set up an ambassadorship within the PLANET AEF for every $25,000 contribution, thereby designating it a State Association Ambassador. For every $25,000 […]

PLANET announces 2010 Legislative Day and Remembrance event

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HERNDON, VA — The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) invites all Green Industry professionals and their families to gather in Washington, D.C., July 18–20, 2010, for Legislative Day on the Hill and Renewal & Remembrance at Arlington National Cemetery. July 2, 2010, is the registration deadline for these events, which provide PLANET members with the opportunity […]

PLANET announces summer LIC testing

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HERNDON, VA — Becoming Landscape Industry Certified is more convenient than ever as testing events heat up for the summer. The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) boasts a number of testing opportunities either through its arrangement with PSI, which has computer-based testing centers located across the country, or through pen-and-paper exams held at published exam locations. […]

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