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PBI-Gordon intros SpeedZone Southern EW

PBI-Gordon has developed new SpeedZone Southern EW Broadleaf Herbicide for Turf, a emulsion-in-water (EW) formulation. SpeedZone Southern EW offers a lower odor profile and lower volatile organic content compared to the original SpeedZone Southern, the manufacturer said. The EW formulation technology creates smaller particle sizes, helping improve efficacy by letting more active ingredients impact the […]

Ewing continues NE expansion with second NJ location

Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply has opened its second location in New Jersey in the city of Tinton Falls. Ewing Tinton Falls is the fourth location the national, family-owned supplier has opened in the northeast/mid-Atlantic region this year. The store is located at 100 Park Road Suite 2, Tinton Falls, N.J. Chris Rhodes, Ewing Tinton […]

Husqvarna expands commercial lineup with new engines, new machines

Husqvarna added several new products to its lineup: Yamaha engines for Husqvarna Z500 series commercial zero-turns, the Automower 550 and 550H, chainsaws, hedge trimmers and more. “We are excited to announce that we’re expanding our commercial product lineup even further to offer professionals more solutions to increase productivity and efficiency and help grow their businesses,” said […]

Jeffrey Scott to host training event on effective leadership partnerships

Jeffrey Scott is partnering with Teddy Russell and the Russell Landscape Group to put on a two-day learning experience that includes a workshop and in-depth facility tour Jan. 17- 18 in Atlanta. The two-day educational experience, titled “Effective CEO/COO(GM) Partnerships: The Power of Collaborative Leadership,” will feature a lineup of green industry guest speakers—CEOs, COOs, […]

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Efficiency Tip: Survey says

Within a few years of founding Stickle Lawn Care in 2012, owner Cody Stickle realized he couldn’t be everywhere at once. That was when the Hampton, Va., company incorporated a client satisfaction software system called Quality Driven Software (QDS) into its operations. “Being that we’re continually growing, I’m not able to go out and look […]

Irrigation sprayhead (illustration: David Preiss)

Step by Step: How to manage shady lawn areas

While shade trees are an important and prominent feature in many landscapes, they can be very competitive with turf, causing problems that can lead to the turf’s decline. Trees compete with grasses for light, water and nutrients. Additionally, air flow under trees is usually restricted, increasing humidity and disease pressure. In response, the turfgrass stand […]

Editorial Advisory Board: October 2018

What’s the best way for the average company to improve competitiveness against low-ballers and large, national companies? Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf Norcross, Ga. “Be better than anyone else in the industry, and the word will spread!” Jerry McKay McKay Landscape Lighting Omaha, Neb. “Know your competition and differentiate yourself to stand out as […]

SafetyWatch: Safely sharpen blades

There are a few things to keep in mind when sharpening blades. Make sure the grinder’s guards are properly in place and the tool rest is about one-eighth of an inch from the stone and sitting at a 90-degree angle from the stones as they turn. The blade needs to fit, but if the gap […]

Natural stone fire pit; Photo: Hilary Schwab

Big Picture: Family retreat

Location: Bethesda, Md. Company: Fine Earth Landscape The clients requested a backyard that their active family and friends could enjoy, with a pool located near the sun room, at least 90 feet of turf and colorful gardens in the front and back of the house. While constructing the pool, the Fine Earth team found that […]

WAC Landscape Lighting upgrades Hardscape Series luminaires

WAC Landscape Lighting updated its Hardscape Series of LED luminaires. Lumen adjustment control allows the user to adjust brightness in the field. Users can also switch color temperatures from warm (for lighting granite) to pure white (for lighting bluestone), WAC said. IP66 rated, these luminaires adapt into existing 12-v systems. The Hardscape Series is available […]

Real Green partners with private equity firm Serent Capital

Real Green Systems, a pest management and lawn care business software company, entered into a partnership with Serent Capital, a San Francisco, Calif.-based private equity firm focused on investing in high-growth technology and services businesses. “We have spent several years looking for the right platform investment in the field service industry,” said Lance Fenton, partner […]

Select Nufarm herbicides offered in quart packs from Monterey

A select list of Nufarm herbicide products will be available from Monterey Lawn & Garden in quart-size packs. “The small pack size extends the options that a Nufarm distributor can offer its customers and provides a low-cost container option for the smaller end user, compared to a 2.5- or 1-gallon jug or case,” said Jim […]

Syngenta reveals Manuscript herbicide

Syngenta launched a new herbicide called Manuscript. It’s designed to provide postemergence control of weeds, such as crabgrass and dallisgrass, in certain warm-season turf species on residential and commercial lawns, according to the company. “Manuscript provides lawn care operators with a needed solution for controlling large grassy weeds, while also being easy to use,” said […]

Loftness rolls out new horizontal drum mulcher

Loftness rolled out new models of its Battle Ax horizontal drum mulcher, designed for skid-steers. Featuring a new rotor, tooth design and two-stage cutting chamber, the Battle Ax is designed for vegetation management, including right-of-way maintenance, land clearing, forestry applications and more. It’s available with 61- and 71-inch cutting widths for skid-steers with 50 to […]

Nufarm’s Sure Power herbicide now registered in 38 states

Nufarm Americas secured registration in 38 states for its new Sure Power Selective Herbicide. Sure Power, now available in all cool-season and transition zone turfgrass growing regions, is labeled to control more than 250 weeds and delivers two different modes of action to support resistance management programs. “The thing I like most about Sure Power […]

Nomination process now open for 2019 irrigation awards

The Irrigation Association and Irrigation Foundation opened the nomination process for the 2019 awards program. These awards recognize both individuals and projects that set the standard for making significant contributions to the advancement of the irrigation industry. “Each year, I am excited to see the nominations for all of our awards,” said IA CEO and […]

Germany-based Oase Living Water acquires Atlantic Water Gardens

Germany-based Oase Living Water acquired U.S.-based Atlantic Water Gardens, a supplier of outdoor water feature products and systems to the North American market. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Headquartered in Hörstel, Germany, Oase is a supplier of water gardening products. “We have been collaborating with European landscapers for years and see an opportunity […]

Sipcam Agro receives federal registration for Endow Granular

Sipcam Agro USA received federal registration for Endow Granular (Endow G) Fungicide. “We are excited to add a granular fungicide, expanding the number of solutions we can offer our customers,” said Michael Maravich, vice president of specialty for Sipcam. Packaged in 30-pound bags, Endow G is registered for use on all turf types and use […]

Turftenders joins Greenscape in Raleigh, N.C.

Greenscape, a full-service landscape firm based in Holly Springs, N.C., merged with Turftenders, based in Raleigh, N.C. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “Turftenders is a good fit strategically, logistically and culturally with our current business and helps move us towards our vision for the future,” said Daniel Currin, president of Greenscape. Turftenders will add […]

Toro awarded 2018 WaterSense Excellence Award

The U.S. Environment Protection Agency (EPA) awarded The Toro Co. with a 2018 WaterSense Excellence Award for its education and outreach efforts. This marks the third consecutive year Toro has received this award. Toro received one of the 21 WaterSense awards at the WaterSmart Innovations Conference in Las Vegas. “The responsible use of water is an […]

Echo intros new cut-off saw

Echo added the CSG-7410 cut-off saw, to be showcased at this year’s GIE+EXPO trade show in Louisville, Ky. Powered by a 73.5 cc two-stroke commercial grade engine, the CSG-7410’s high cutting torque is attributable to a 2.6:1 drive ratio of the wheel pulley to the drive pulley, allowing it to cut through thick masonry blocks […]

Rain Bird intros TBOS-BT controller

Rain Bird introduced the TBOS-BT, a Bluetooth-enabled, 9-volt battery-operated controller. It allows users to wirelessly manage irrigation at sites without electrical power via a mobile app for both Android and iOS devices. “Like its predecessors, the TBOS and TBOS II, the TBOS-BT is ideal for commercial and municipal applications, like parks, street medians and roundabouts, […]

Project EverGreen to sponsor thank-you note initiative

Project EverGreen will sponsor a thank-you card writing initiative at this year’s GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 17-19 to say “thank you” to U.S. military personnel. “Sometimes the simplest gestures mean the most and taking a few minutes to write a note of appreciation is a way all members of the green industry can thank […]

AriensCo announces new look for corporate brand

AriensCo launched a new look for its corporate branding. The new AriensCo logo personifies the manufacturer’s premium global presence while establishing the corporate enterprise with an identity of its own, according to the company. The intent for the rebranding was to differentiate between the corporate brand and product brands, specifically the Ariens brand. Traditionally confused […]

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