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Visterra Landscape Group climbed to No. 32 on the 2025 LM150 list. (Photo: Visterra Landscape Group)

LM150 Profile: Putting people first

How Visterra Landscape Group stands out to attract and retain employees.

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A sneak peek at new technologies

For Brandon Rushing, new equipment, products and meetings with suppliers were the main takeaways from the 2024 LM Growth Summit

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Gaining tools to grow at the LM Growth Summit

Connecting with supplier partners at the 2024 LM Growth Summit helped Noe Loarca cut costs.

DJ’s builds ownership by breaking the team into smaller groups. (Photo: DJ’s Landscape Management)

LM150 Profile: DJ’s Landscape Management’s growth through acquisitions

DJ’s Landscape Management focuses on building trust and stability when acquiring companies.

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LM Growth Summit success stories: The power of one-on-one connections

Networking at the 2024 LM Growth Summit
helped Clint Baxter improve his lawn care services

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How calculated risks support growth at Genesis Landscape Solutions

How Genesis Landscape Solutions is preparing for its next stage of growth

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Finding connections at the LM Growth Summit

Brandon and Melissa Holley found motivation and connections at the 2024 LM Growth Summit.

After expanding its hardscape department, ALS can now take on larger scopes of work. (Photo: American Landscape Systems)

Focusing on the future at American Landscape Systems

Retaining employees during a time of uncertainty set up American Landscape Systems (ALS) for success.

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It’s the connections that matter at LM’s Growth Summit

Root Development’s Kevin Salters lauds the networking opportunities as the best part of attending the annual event

Brett Brennan, CEO of Urban Habitat, credits the experience of his staff for the company’s rapid growth. (Photo: Urban Habitat)

Self-sufficiency pays big dividends for Urban Habitat

Headquartered in Palm Desert, Calif., Urban Habitat offers commercial landscape design/build and maintenance services. It has a second branch office in Rancho Cucamonga, allowing the team to provide landscape-related development projects throughout Southern California, says Brett Brennan, CEO of Urban Habitat.

Next to Nature Landscaping Owner David Ward says hiring passionate self-starters is important to his strategy. (Photo: Courtesy of Next to Nature; 150 icon: pialhovik / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images)

LM150 Profile: The process pays off for Next to Nature

Owner David Ward says growing their maintenance division has seen benefits throughout the entire company.

Based in Fort Myers, Fla., Juniper was the No. 10 fastest-growing firm on the 2024 LM150 list. (Photo: Courtesy of Juniper)

Juniper Landscaping credits team for 68% revenue surge

Juniper experienced a 68-percent increase in revenue from 2022 to 2023, landing at No. 15 on the 2024 LM150 list and No. 10 on the list of fastest-growing firms.

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Investing in the team pays off for Sunrise Landscape

A comprehensive growth approach incorporating organic and inorganic strategies helped Sunrise Landscape reach No. 34 on the 2024 LM150 list. Sunrise Landscape experienced an 80 percent increase in revenue from 2022 to 2023, giving it the No. 6 ranking on the 2024 list of fastest growing companies. Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., the company serves all […]

Fairwood Brands made its LM150 debut in 2024 with 96-percent revenue growth from 2022 to 2023. (Photo: Fairwood Brands; 150 icon: pialhovik / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images)

Strategic partnerships drive Fairwood Brands forward

This business model helped Fairwood Brands reach No. 39 on the 2024 LM150 list, and they experienced a 96-percent increase in revenue from 2022 to 2023.

KeyServ’s latest acquisition, Landscape Landmark Group, expands its presence further into Alabama. (Photo: Keyserv; 150 icon: pialhovik / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images)

Performance tracking drives KeyServ’s growth

Ensuring all the companies under its umbrella employ effective software has not only helped KeyServ track performance, but it’s also provided another level of transparency and encouraged growth, says CEO Jeff Domenick.

One of Mountain View Landscapes’ playground projects at Walnut Park in Roxbury, Mass. (Photo: Mountain View Landscapes)

How Mountain View has climbed the LM150 list 

Mountain View, headquartered in Chicopee, Mass., experienced a 60-percent increase in revenue from 2022 to 2023, which Steve Corrigan, president and owner, attributes to winning more bids from their local municipalities.

“We continued to grow despite an uncertain economic climate and an increase in consumer sentiment to try and/or switch to a new brand,” says Lori Johnson, president of The Grounds Guys. (Photo: The Ground Guys)

The Grounds Guys find room for growth from within

How The Grounds Guys focus on existing customer prices and marketing.

Tree Amigos owner Jim Proctor attributes his company’s double-digit growth in 2022 to new company and account acquistions and a partnership with Ruppert Landscape in 2023. (Photo: Tree Amigos Outdoor Services)

How Tree Amigos found the right partners for growth

Learn how the acquisition market helped Tree Amigos expand and create opportunities.

Building off five acquisitions in 2023, Bland Landscaping recently added Cameron’s Inc. of Indian Trail, N.C., to kick off 2024. (Photo: Bland Landscaping)

Bland Landscaping grows while staying true to its roots

The N.C. company attributes its growth to acquisitions, software and a dedicated team.

The late spring or early summer is the ideal time for PGR applications. (Photo: Debloois Landscaping)

The do’s and don’ts of PGRs

Experts share how you can get the best out of your PGRs this spring.

White clover. (Photo: Getty Images: DNY59 / E+, boschettophotography / iStock / Getty Images Plus)

Turf School: Tips to tackle tough weeds

How to stand up to clover, ground ivy and nutsedge.

Experts say choosing the right attachment depends on the service you’re offering. (Photo: Case CE)

Find the right tools for the job to improve your projects

Experts share how choosing the right attachments can improve your design/build projects.

Valley Landscaping’s 2021 acquisition, helped the company, No. 132 on the 2023 LM150 list, expand its presence in Richmond. (Photo: Valley landscaping)

How the right acquisition propelled Valley Landscaping to new heights

Learn how a 2021 acquisition unlocked new growth for Valley Landscaping.

Experts say identification is essential when treating weeds. (Photo: Quali-Pro)

Turf School: Do you have crabgrass or goosegrass?

Proper identification is key to treating weeds and these tips can help you identify and treat.

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