Casey PaytonNov 3, 2023
How one business owner landed larger, higher profile jobs with direct mail. After 30 years of serving the same client demographic—upper-middle-class residential—Dave Freeman, owner of…
Dillon StewartNov 3, 2023
Scott’s Landscaping recovered—and grew—after a fire three years ago. Could you? You are sitting at a Sunday dinner with your wife and friends when you…
Lindsey GetzNov 3, 2023
When it comes to sourcing irrigation and lighting products, contractors say it’s all about the vendor relationships. Like so many other things in life, smart…
Emily SchappacherNov 3, 2023
It’s been one year since Zach Hinkle changed the name of his company, formerly K.C. Lawn & Landscaping, to Hinkle Hardscapes. Since rebranding, refocusing and…
LM StaffNov 3, 2023
Waiting four hours for a service technician to change a flat skid-steer tire costs Oakridge Landscape Contractors more than $600 when you factor in a…
Mike VooriesNov 3, 2023
A landscape company exec takes us back to the basics of cost-based estimating. In my two decades in the green industry, I’ve worked within local…
Location: Annapolis, Md. Company: Walnut Hill Landscape Co. Photo credit: Walnut Hill Landscape Co. The Details: The clients wanted a “destination” outdoor living space—complete with pool,…
To properly manage a lawn or turf area, it’s important to know what type of turfgrass you’re working with. This knowledge helps determine proper mowing…
Plant growth regulators can be useful tools for landscape contractors and lawn care operators, but experts say they aren’t prevalent in the industry. Plant growth…
Daniel S. GordonNov 3, 2023
During the presidential election season, one issue that came up was whether or not Donald Trump paid any taxes. I have no insider information on…
Marisa PalmieriNov 3, 2023
John Puryear President Puryear Farms Gallatin, Tenn. Education Friendship Christian High School Lebanon, Tenn. Class of 1984 University of Tennessee Knoxville, Tenn. Bachelors of Science…
Kevin KehoeNov 3, 2023
In case you haven’t noticed, the number of companies doing more than $1 million in annual revenue is growing significantly. In addition, the number of…
Lauren DowdleNov 3, 2023
Finding the right balance between lowering a site’s water usage and maintaining a large plant palette isn’t a one-and-done job. Gone are the days of…
1. LandStar LS48V Company: American Landmaster Made in the U.S., this electric-powered UTV tows 1,100 lbs. with a 2-in. rear receiver hitch and carries 400…
Missy HenriksenNov 10, 2023
Whether it’s the halls of Congress, our state capitals or on the community level, our industry is being targeted frequently. Now more than ever, it’s…
Mark Wehman Owner, BBC Property Maintenance Colchester, Vt. “We use Oregon lawn mower blades because they are good quality blades that last and are very…
Before you use a leaf blower, consider these guidelines. Be considerate of bystanders and adjoining property owners—never blow in the direction of people, pets, roads,…
LM StaffNov 7, 2023
What one thing can landscape companies do now to prepare for a business disaster? Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf Norcross, Ga. “The CEO should…
Marisa PalmieriNov 10, 2023
The landscape industry’s largest trade show, GIE+EXPO, got even larger this year. There were 230 new exhibitors —a good sign assuming they all have done…
