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Hannon handles everything from hands-on yard work to business management. (Photo: U.S. lawns)

Franchise Guide 2026: An industrial engineer’s leap to U.S. Lawns

A chance meeting at a trade show changed the life direction of Ryan Hannon, who now owns a U.S. Lawns franchise.

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.

After a 24-year military career, Valle (shown here with his wife, Lara) invested in a Lawn Doctor franchise. (Photo: David Steele)

Franchise Guide 2026: A veteran’s path to franchise success

Following a long military career, Rafael Valle has found a fulfilling second chapter in the green industry as the owner of a Lawn Doctor franchise.

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Franchise Guide: Landscape and lawn care franchisors to know

The following is a list of franchisors in the landscape and lawn care industry.

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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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Weed Man begins 2026 with record system growth, major mergers and strategic franchise expansion

System-wide revenue sees 10.67 percent year-over-year growth as brand continues expansion momentum across North America.

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NaturaLawn of America expands lawn care services to Wilmington, N.C.

The new branch will serve the Wilmington community and nearby cities including Hampstead, Ogden, Carolina Beach, Leland and Southport.

Jason Jordan (Photo: SpringGreen)

SpringGreen multiunit franchise owner expands to six territories

Jason was recently recognized during SpringGreen's National Training Conference for reaching five million dollars in annual revenue, the highest revenue achieved by an independently owned SpringGreen franchise owner.

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Companies in the News: Updates from Massey Services, Husqvarna, Waterloo Turf and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Dalen Products, PERC, Takeuchi and more.

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Waterloo Turf expands franchise footprint to new territories across Texas

Waterloo Turf is expanding its footprint in its home state of Texas, with new franchise agreements signed in Waco and College Station, increasing its total Texas territories to 27.

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Companies in the News: Updates from Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Kubota, the National Garden Bureau and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Waterloo Turf, Kubota, the AGZA and more.

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Companies in the News: Updates from Kubota, Isuzu, the PHTA and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Waterloo Turf, the PHTA, Kubota and more

One of the biggest benefits a franchisor can offer is access to organizational and marketing tools. (Photo: GrassRoots Turf)

GrassRoots Turf expands to Birmingham and East Alabama

This expansion allows GrassRoots Turf to serve more homeowners and businesses with its all-inclusive lawn care programs, according to the company.

Jason Arthurs

Canopy Lawn Care to focus on proprietary lawn treatment program

Canopy Lawn Care’s decision to move away from landscape maintenance services and concentrate solely on lawn treatments is based on a commitment to sustainability and operational simplicity.

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Conserva Irrigation recognized by Entrepreneur Franchise 500

Empower Brands announced that six of its brands have been recognized by the Entrepreneur Franchise 500, the world’s first franchise ranking.

Spring-Green hosts NAC meeting for franchise owners

Spring Green recently held its National Advisory Council (NAC) meeting at the Spring Green Support Center in Plainfield, IL.

Joshua Tree Experts to open first New Jersey location

Joshua Tree Experts, a Pennsylvania-based home services franchise that provides tree maintenance, lawn care and pest control services, is expanding its footprint with its first New Jersey location.

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Lawn Squad: The Benefits of Franchising

Photo: Lawn Squad Take the first step to business ownership by becoming a Lawn Squad franchisee. Specializing in weed control and lawn fertilization, Lawn Squad stands…

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U.S. Lawns: Build your turf, on your terms

Photo: U.S. Lawns U.S. Lawns is the #1 ranked franchise company in the commercial landscape management industry. As you begin your career or lifestyle transition…

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.

The GrassRoots Turf family came together to support their own. (Photo: GrassRoots Turf)

How franchises help members with transparency, support

Peter Henrikson shares why he chose GrassRoots for its focus on customers, products and technology.

Authority Brands launches new lawn care franchise Lawn Squad

Authority Brands launches Lawn Squad franchising, developed from the Weed Pro name and system.

Joshua Tree opens first franchise in New York

Carlos Loranzo, a former investment banker, opens the company’s first franchise in Orange County, N.Y.

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