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Dandelion control made simple for lawn care pros

Dandelions are everywhere, but they’re very manageable.

Dylan Hendricks

People on the Move: Hirings and promotions at Takeuchi, Focal Pointe, Ruppert Landscape and more

The latest hirings and promotions from green industry companies including Altoz, Ruppert, Focal Pointe and more.

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Watts launches Product Selection Tool to support sustainable designs attaining LEED v5 certification

Users can select a LEED credit category, and the table will populate with all Watts products that can help their project earn LEED points in that category. 

A group photo in front of the new mowers at the Honda Mower Media Event. (Photo: Honda)

Honda showcases new mowers at North Carolina media event

The Honda Mower Media Event showcased the company’s newest line of battery-powered ZTRs and push mowers.

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Companies in the News: Updates from Anthbot, TruGreen, Watts and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including the Garden Conservancy, TruGreen and Anthbot.

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An expert Q&A on when and how landscapers should add new software tools

Why landscape contractors need a tech strategy before adding another tool.

Propane is making a move into the landscaping and lawn care industries. (Photo: Propane Education and Research Council)

PERC launches Propane Landscape Demonstration Program for landscapers

Through the program, participants will receive a propane-powered commercial mower or utility vehicle for a 10-day trial period.

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How to choose the right herbicide

Expert advice on the many factors that make it tough to pick the right product.

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Companies in the News: Updates from Davey Tree, Vectorworks and Mecalac

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Mecalac, Vectorworks and Davey Tree.

Kimmell got started with Weed Man in 2010, and more than a decade later, he’s back to servicing yards under the franchise’s name. (Photo: Weed Man)

Franchise Guide 2026: Volunteer firefighter finds second career as Weed Man franchise owner

Trevor Kimmell loves servicing his community, both through Weed Man and the fire department.

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Schill Grounds Management appoints Andrew Rashid to CFO

Rashid brings more than 20 years of professional financial experience to Schill.

Crabgrass can hog up space in lawns and leave dead, empty spots in its place when it’s removed. (Photo: Getty Images: Maudib / iStock / Getty Images Plus)

Crabgrass and goosegrass control: Why timing is everything

How to handle the annual crabgrass and goosegrass invasion.

Almost all maintenance is done by hand, including deadheading, mulching and more. The team also mows the property, and maintenance takes about half a day on-site. (Photo: Myatt Landscaping and Construction)

Myatt Landscaping earns NALP award for garden estate blending artful design and expert maintenance

Myatt Landscaping earns a silver award from the NALP’s Awards of Excellence program in the maintenance category. 

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Coxreels improves SLPL model hose reels

Coxreels eliminated the aluminum inline swivel on five SLPL models (725, 750, 825, 835 and 850) and incorporated a nickel-plated steel inline swivel.

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Companies in the News: Updates from Vectorworks, SpringGreen and Mulhalls

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Mulhalls, SpringGreen and Vectorworks.

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Applications open for Irrigation Association scholarship program

Students may submit applications through April 17, 2026. Full program details and eligibility requirements are available on the IA’s website.

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Oklahoma State University unveils new drought-resistant Bermudagrass variety

Drought resistance is the crowning achievement of Endarra 81 Bermudagrass.

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People on the Move: Hirings and promotions at Schill Grounds Management, Ruppert Landscape, Down to Earth and more

The latest hirings and promotions from green industry companies including Down to Earth, Sims Crane, Schill and more.

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Massey Services opens two new service centers in Florida and Texas

The new service center in Euless will provide commercial pest prevention services to businesses in and around the area.

Autonomous mowers, such as Greenworks Commercial’s OptimusZ, are becoming legitimate options for landscape contractors and lawn care pros. (Photo: Greenworks Commercial)

The innovations in mower and turf equipment tech that are helping pros get more done

The biggest breakthroughs in turf tech
that are helping pros maintain their edge.

It ain’t easy: Wyrick says Poa is in the top five most difficult weeds to remove. (Getty Images: DNY59 / E+, boschettophotography / iStock / Getty Images Plus)

Two steps ahead: How seasonal weed control planning helps lawn pros control their year

When an LCO takes the time to plan out their year, it allows them to think about how much product they’ll need and when they’ll need it.

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Carbour secures distribution rights for PebbleLock permeable gravel stabilization grid system

PebbleLock is a modular, interlocking permeable paving grid manufactured from 100-percent recycled plastic.

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K&D Landscaping honored for full-property remodel in Santa Cruz

K&D took home a bronze award from the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence program. 

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Companies in the News: Updates from Maruyama, Takeuchi and Mariani

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Mariani Premier Group, Takeuchi and Maruyama.

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