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Fall armyworm damage doesn’t mean the end of the road for your turf, as curative treatment options can help bring it back. (Photo: Patrick Beaman)

Tips to sell fall armyworm control to your clients

An ounce of prevention goes a long way toward keeping fall armyworms at bay and turf looking its best.

The LM team including Publisher Bill Roddy, Jones, Editor Christina Herrick and Associate Publisher Craig MacGregor at Elevate. (Photo: LM Staff)

Seth’s Cut: We’re ready for a repeat at Elevate

Seth Jones recaps recent industry events and previews the second year of Elevate, which will take place Sept. 10-13 in Dallas at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center.

Lawn growth regulators reduce the frequency of mowing and create a healthier plant. (Photo: Henfaes/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Why there’s more to PGRs than meets the eye

PGRs offer more than just growth regulation and reduced maintenance needs, according to these experts.

Experts say its crucial to keep in mind your customer’s needs when preparing for fall cleanup season. (Photo: Perillo Property Maintenance)

5 things to keep in mind for fall cleanups

Experts offer their keys to maximizing efficiency during this busy time.

Editorial Advisory Board graphic (Graphic: LM Staff)

Strategies you can use to keep crews motivated in the heart of busy season

Experts from LM's editorial advisory board share what strategies you can use to keep crews motivated at this point in the season.

(Photo: Allie Filley)

LM Gallery: August 2023

Check out a few places that the Landscape Management team visited over the past few months.

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.

client data, goals of the system and maintenance calls helps your technicians easily get up to speed when arriving at a client’s property. (Photo: Artsiom Malashenko/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Recommender: What’s your No. 1 tip for effective irrigation system maintenance?

Irrigation pros share their No. 1 tip for effective irrigation system maintenance.

(Photo: Henfaes/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

How unlocking the power of process will drive sales success

Jeff Korhan explains how having a strong process will drive more sales and improve your company's success.

Product availability tops the list of what contractors should talk about with their distributors. (Photo: Ewing Outdoor Supply)

Recommender: What’s the No. 1 question design/build contractors should ask a distributor?

Pros in the industry share the No. 1 question design/build contractors should ask a distributor.

3 ways to increase landscape contract renewals

Learn how maintaining and retaining contracts can help fuel your firm’s long-term growth.

Know where you plan to grow in order to get the right setup for your operation. (Photo: Graham Spray Equipment)

These strategies will help keep your spray rig in optimal condition

Learn how daily, summer and winter maintenance can help keep your fleet running its best.

Correct timing of preemergent herbicide applications is crucial for doveweed control. (Photo: Syngenta)

Unlocking the secrets of successful doveweed control

Learn how to scout and control this stubborn summer annual.

(Photo: David J. Frank Landscape Contracting)

The Big One: 4-season landscaping

David J. Frank Landscape Contracting earned a gold award 2022 National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence program for this project.

Experts recommend testing equipment such as salt spreaders to ensure proper application rates. (Photo: Western Plows)

Get your salt spreaders ready for snow season

Winter 2023 is just a few months away. Here are some pro tips to get your salt spreader ready for action.

(Photo: Harvest Landscape Enterprises)

Water World: An irrigation transformation

Harvest Landscape Enterprises worked with property owners to retrofit the outdated irrigation system with new equipment. The total project spans about 141 acres and about 1,120 valves.

For Pythium blight to take hold in a lawn, it needs three key factors: a susceptible host, the right environmental conditions and the disease to be present. (Photo: PBI-Gordon)

How to keep Pythium blight out of your turf

Pros in the industry share tips on how to identify and prevent the most common and destructive turfgrass disease.

Experts say consistent maintenance checks lead to a clean and smooth-running machine. (Photo: Bobcat)

The top maintenance tips to keep your compact track loaders running smooth

Experts share how staying on top of your CTL’s maintenance schedule can help extend its life.

profit (Illustration: iStock.com/champc)

Grow with Grunder: 4 ways we improved Grunder Landscaping Co.’s profitability

Marty Grunder share how Grunder Landscape Co. improved its profitability and how there’s a lesson in it for all landscape professionals about staying true to your brand while being open to change.

Experts stress a preventive treatment is the best way to sell grub control to clients. (Photo: ETCH Outdoor Living)

Why you need to sell grub control as insurance for lawns

A preventive strategy is the best approach when selling a green, healthy and grub-free lawn.

(Photo: Philippe Nobile Photography/National Association of Landscape Professionals)

LM Gallery: July 2023

Check out a few places that the Landscape Management team visited over the past few months.

Graphic: Equip Expo

The importance of knowing the value of your business

Phil Harwood shares why valuation is an important element of your business and what to expect from his education session at Equip Expo.

Editorial Advisory Board graphic (Graphic: LM Staff)

Factors owners need to consider when adding a new service line

Experts from LM's editorial advisory board share what landscape business owners need to consider when adding a new service line.

Photo courtesy of Seth Pflum

5 Questions: Seth Pflum

Seth Jones chats with Seth Pflum, president and COO of Grunder Landscaping Co., and asks about his relationship with Marty, his most memorable day and more.

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