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How Elevate became a go-to event for landscape professionals

Three landscape industry veterans share why they’re heading to Elevate 2025 and what they hope to get out of their week in the desert.

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Must-see products to check out at Equip Expo

Check out some of the must-see “showstoppers” that will steal the spotlight at Equip Expo 2025, the green industry’s annual family reunion.

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Equip Expo 2025: Pro tips for navigating this year’s show

A host of industry vets and trade show titans share their top tips and advice to help you get your game plan ready for Equip Expo 2025.

Lawn and Landscape Solutions turned to Diego Ibarra to guide a project in Mission Hills, Kan. (Photo: lawn and Landscape Solutions)

Overcoming challenges to deliver top-notch hardscape projects

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These eye-catching design-build projects offer a host of tips on overcoming challenging circumstances to produce big wins for both customers and contractors

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Connecting the Dots: Highlights from the 2024 LM Growth Summit

The 2024 LM Growth Summit brought together lawn care operators and industry partners for an event that inspired, informed and forged stronger relationships.

Through its “Save Water, Give Life” initiative, Weathermatic directly links every product purchase to the gift of water through drilling clean water wells for communities in crisis. (Photo: Weathermatic)

Time for some good news: How the green industry gives back

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It is just in Weathermatic’s DNA to care about water. The smart water technology company has worked alongside lawn care and landscape professionals since 1945,…

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Equip Expo 2024 preview: A sneak peek at this year’s show-stopping products

This year’s Equip Expo Showstoppers are ready for the stretch run. Here’s our roundup of the products to see on the trade show floor and outdoor exhibition area.

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Equip Exposition Golden Ticket winners share their biggest takeaways from the show

With the 2024 version of Equip Expo set for Oct. 15-18, Landscape Management caught up with a handful of last year’s winners to see how they utilized the opportunity they won and discuss how the experience affected their businesses in 2024.

While the autonomous operation of the M.52 is the machine’s prime selling point, it can be used like a traditional stand-on mower. (Photo: Scythe Robotics)

Is autonomous mowing the next big thing?

Scythe Robotics is among a host of companies banking on all-electric, autonomous mowers to revolutionize the way landscapers manage their businesses.

Those who have been in the industry for 20-plus years recognize how far compact equipment has come. (Photo: Takeuchi)

The past, present and future of compact equipment

Compact equipment has made a big impact in the landscape industry, and the best still may be yet to come

The latest generation of irrigation tools has helped make the jobs of irrigators as streamlined as ever. (Photo: Rachel Houldridge)

The latest irrigation tools to maximize efficiency and save on labor

With a goal of maximizing efficiency and saving labor, irrigation pros look for the latest the industry has to offer.

After joining a franchise, franchisors say it’s important to ask questions and challenge any existing processes for the betterment of everyone involved. (Photo: Spring Green)

Tough questions to consider before pursuing a franchising opportunity

LM spoke with five franchisors about what they felt was most important for business owners to ask themselves before pursuing a franchising opportunity.

The best way to learn more about a franchise, and if it might be a good fit, is to ask current franchisees who can give a detailed inside look at their day-to-day operations and profitability. (Photo: Weed Man)

Weed Man CEO shares the ins and outs of franchising

Weed Man's CEO Jennifer Lemcke discusses her expectations for 2024, what she sees happening with private equity dollars and a surprising super-group of industry giants formed during COVID.

Before you schedule a demo, experts say you need to have a clear understanding of your budget. (Photo: Sunseeker)

Tips to help ace your equipment demo

Experts explain why no question is a stupid question during a trial.

Nolan Gore of Top Choice Lawn Care in Austin, Texas, recommends talking to other users before making a large equipment purchase to get an unfiltered opinion. (Photo: Nolan Gore)

What questions landscape companies and contractors should ask before making a purchase

Experts share why it's always important for landscape companies to ask questions first and buy second when it comes to making an equipment purchase.

The LM Growth Summit lasts two-and-a-half days at the Reunion Resort near Orlando. Beyond the one-on-one meetings, boardroom presentations and outdoor demonstrations, attendees also enjoy panel discussions, poolside meals and a casual 18-hole golf scramble. The unique meeting has taken place annually for over a decade. (Photo: LM Staff)

Quips and quotes from the 2023 LM Growth Summit

The LM Summit pairs pros with 20 lawn care companies from around the country come to Reunion Resort near Orlando to meet, network and learn more about solutions. Here are some of the key messages from each partner.

Industry professionals share their keys to help you crush 2024

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We asked and they told us: industry professionals share their keys to starting off 2024 on the right foot.

State of the Industry Report: Standing strong in 2023 and beyond

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Readers say they’re optimistic about the future after an outstanding 2023 season.

Maas Verde Landscape Restoration worked to fix a nonfunctioning irrigation system at a popular Texas state park. (Photo courtesy of Maas Verde Landscape Restoration)

Three companies share how you can save when you revamp your irrigation systems

Three companies, including Maas Verde in Central Texas, discuss how they overcame irrigation nightmares.

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Step right up!: Presenting this year’s Equip Exposition showstoppers

Check out our roundup of more than 100 products to see on the trade show floor and outdoor exhibition space.

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Attendees of the show share what they appreciate most about Equip Exposition

LM interviewed several lucky winners — some first-time attendees as well as some Equip veterans — about why they want to attend Equip, how they get the most out of the show and advice for newcomers.

Elevate show organizers say attendees can expect to have a few less education sessions to allow for great networking on the trade show floor. (Photo: Philippe Nobile Photography/National Association of Landscape Professionals)

Elevate looks to build off strong debut with more opportunities for attendees

As Elevate enters its second year, learn how last year’s attendees applied what they learned from NALP’s inaugural event.

Local Roots Landscaping capitalized on the popularity of plunge pools in Pittsburgh by offering installations. (Photo: Local Roots Landscaping)

Adding an additional service can unlock growth of your company

Experts offer advice how an added service can help take your business to another level.

Experts say the future of compact equipment will bring more ways for contractors to increase efficiency in the face of labor concerns. (Photo: hhphoto.com)

With the future coming fast experts share what’s in store for compact equipment

Compact equipment has come a long way in the last decade. Insiders share what’s in store in the next five to 10 years.

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