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These guys are wicked smart: Everyone stood back as this group of New Englanders got going … what did they just say? From left to right are Lawrence Taylor, manager, Natural Tree and Lawn Care, Stoughton, Mass.; Michael Stephens, general manager, Always Green of Cape Cod; Chris Joyce, president, Always Green of Cape Cod, Marstons Mills, Mass; with Rob Fawcett, president and Michael Trask, business development associate, Tiger Payment Solutions, Kingston, Mass. (Photo: LM Staff)

There’s always more to see at the LM Growth Summit

Joyce — a 30-year green industry veteran whose company provides lawn care, tree and shrub care, aerification and pest control services to more than 2,000 customers in southern Massachusetts — says his favorite part of the event has always been the people.

Experts say there’s much to look forward to in the future of stand-on mowers. (Photo: Exmark)

What’s on the horizon for the next generation of stand-on mowers

See what manufacturers say you should know about the next generation of stand-on mowers.

One major client request was to reduce the square footage of garden beds, allowing for more green spaces where their children could play. (Photo: Landscapes by Terra)

Landscapes by Terra revives dormant property to prosperity

Landscapes by Terra worked to bring the property back that featured a 5,200 square-foot driveway fitted with 30-year-old pavers, a 170-foot-long dry creek bed, deteriorating hardscapes and dying plants all around.

With bans on gas-powered equipment increasing, now is the time to start thinking about what’s next. (Photo: Vision Equipment)

How business owners are handling the potential of gas-powered equipment bans

Richey Plemons, owner of Plemons Lawn and Landscape, spends a lot of time thinking about the future of the industry. “If you’re not prepared, you’re…

Editorial Advisory Board graphic (Graphic: LM Staff)

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?

Industry experts share the best piece of advice they’ve ever been given.

Fireweed can be a major problem for LCOs because of how fast it spreads. (Photo: Personal Lawn Care)

Quickly extinguish your fireweed problem

Learn why it’s important to always be vigilant when fireweed threatens your lawn.

No matter the brand, tree care professionals say it’s important to get hands-on experience with a pole saw before making a purchase. (Photo: Bill Oxford / iStock / Getty Images Plus / getty images)

Tips to help you choose the right pole saw for your operation

Two tree care professionals advise on what they look for when choosing the best pole saw.

Fire ant mounds, if left undisturbed, can grow to 18-inches in height. (Photo: Blake Layton)

Turf School: Don’t get burned by fire ants this spring

Fire ants can be annoying and painful pests for LCOs and homeowners alike. Read tips to on how to combat these turf pests.

The right nozzle can not only make irrigation more efficient, it can help save technicians time while on the job. (Photo: Hunter Industries)

Recommender: What’s the No. 1 thing irrigation contractors should look for in a good nozzle?

Pros share the No. 1 thing irrigation contractors should look for in a good nozzle.

With more robotic mowing options emerging, navigating the marketplace will continue to become more challenging. (Photo: Sunseeker)

The do’s and don’ts of robotic mower purchases

With robotic mowers continuing to grow in popularity, learn what to look for when deciding on one for your business.

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Marketing Mojo: One strategy question your business needs to know

Jeff Korhan explains how busy season tests the strategic plans your business has in place and that you need to continuously focus on developing your strategies to reap the rewards.

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.

Perhaps a harbinger moment, this month a year ago the guys all caught a Red Sox game at Fenway Park. From left to right are Mark LaFleur, communications lead, turf and landscapes, Syngenta; Bill Roddy, publisher, Landscape Management; Craig MacGregor, associate publisher, Landscape Management; Seth Jones, editorial director, Landscape Management and Scott Hollister, the magazine’s new editor-in-chief, who will start with the magazine next month. (Photo: Kristine White)

Seth’s Cut: Wonder what’s next

LM Editor-in-Chief Seth Jones introduces an exciting new face coming to lead the magazine starting in April.

In memoriam: Brodie Bruner of Weathermatic

Brodie Bruner, executive vice president of Weathermatic, passed away last month. He was 49.

(Photo: Chris Rupinski)

5 questions with Jeff Margulies

LM's Seth Jones chats with Jeff Margulies about how his company did last year, the best part of his job and more.

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Grow with Grunder: Sell more to your existing clients

Marty Grunder shares his takeaways from a training session on how to find and sell enhancements to help hit sales goals.

Long time no see: DiFranco and NALP CEO Britt Wood both attended their first NCLC at NC State in 2022. Two years later — now a pair of grizzled young green industry veterans — the two caught up, with a view of the Wasatch mountain range behind them. (Photo: LM Staff)

LM Gallery: April 2024

Check out a few of the places where the LM team made its rounds recently.

The Renewal and Remembrance event is a favorite, not only for Bob Mann, but for LM Staff members who have participated over the last several years. (Photo: LM Staff)

Industry Advocate: Give a little back for everything that’s been given to you

Bob Mann reminds you to save the date for this year’s Renewal & Remembrance event, that will be held at the Arlington National Cemetery and the Washington Monument on July 15, 2024.

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.

LandCare utilized iceberg roses and azaleas to help preserve the original landscape design of the historic studio. (Photo: LandCare)

LandCare receives gold award for project that creates movie magic

LandCare won a gold award from the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence Program for their work on this project.

This oceanside project proved to be an extensive one, taking the Landscapes by Randy Lee team 24 months to complete the project, with 18 months of on-site time. (Photo: Landscapes by Randy Lee)

Looking to the future to create a modern waterfront residence

Landscapes by Randy Lee won a gold award from the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence Program for this project.

Experts say that proper organization only helps effectiveness on the job site. (Photo: Graham Spray Equipment)

Make the most of your space to keep your truck organized

Experts share the importance of truck organization.

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.

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