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October 2023

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LM’s advisory board on why employee recognition is important as the season winds down

Experts explain that the most important part of your operation is your team and share why employee recognition is important as the season winds down.

How irrigation contractors rise to the challenges facing the industry

By incorporating technology and adapting to new restrictions, this industry remains as strong as ever.

(Photo courtesy of Hoffman Landscapes)

Hardscape Solutions: Welcome to paradise

Hoffman Landscapes won a Silver Award from the 2022 National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence program for this project.

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How industry events like the LM Growth Summit can offer you a different perspective on business

Steve Bousquet, owner of American Landscaping and Lawn Science, reflects on the LM Growth Summit.

Gray snow mold develops under snow cover. The longer the snow cover, the larger the patches. (Photo: Paul Koch, Ph.D.)

Do you know when you should think about snow mold control?

Learn the appropriate timing to treat for gray snow mold and prevent spring damage.

Experts say checking engine oil daily can save thousands in repairs down the road. (Photo: Kawasaki Engines)

Experts offer tips to help ensure your mower engines run efficiently

Follow these tips to help crank up your mower maintenance.

Contractors say utility vehicles offer an effective alternative to trucks for many maintenance tasks on job sites. (Photo: Polaris)

Pros share ways to maximize and get the most from UTVs

Contractors discuss how they get the most out of these versatile vehicles.

Joe Hagen, owner of Earth Art, says his customers appreciate the details in the renderings his company creates in PRO Landscapes. (Design rendering: Earth Art)

Software helps remove the guesswork to take design from concept to reality

Learn how one landscape designer uses PRO Landscape software to take guesswork out of designs for plantings, patios and more.

Fall is a good time to start thinking about summer weed prevention when temperatures warm up next spring. (Photo: PBI-Gordon)

An ounce of prevention equals a pound of cure with summer weeds

It’s a good time to think ahead about preventing knotweed, purslane, spurge and foxtail next year.

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Grow with Grunder: 3 great ideas we’ve borrowed at Grunder Landscaping Co.

Marty Grunder shares how Grunder Landscaping Co. improved their business by observing other companies to bring new ideas and methods to their operation.

Powered augers and drills help contractors do more work with less labor and time. (Photo: Bobcat)

Digging into proper auger and drill operation

Experts share what contractors need to know before putting these tools to work.

(Photo: LM Staff)

5 Questions: Bill Dellecker

Bill Dellecker, CEO of HeartLand talks with Seth Jones about industry trends, writing a book and the rapid growth of the company, which ranked No. 6 in the 2023 LM150 list.

(Photo: Ray Gallardo)

The Big One: The extra mile

LandCare won a Gold Award from the 2022 National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence program for this project.

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Industry Advocate: Educational opportunities abound at university field days

Bob Mann explains that the small amount of time you invest in expanding your knowledge will pay you back many times over when your customers need an expert to turn to.

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Follow these tips for healthier trees

There’s a few things you can do in November and December to benefit the trees on your properties.

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Why financing doesn’t have to be scary

Follow these tips to be prepared for the financing process.

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3 ways to up your team’s listening skills to boost your sales

Instead of using technology, Jeff Korhan advises readers to consider these traditional practices guaranteed to make meaningful human connections and maximize productivity and outcomes.

(Graphic: Equip Exposition)

A preview of the products featured at Equip Exposition’s new product showcase

Returning for Equip Exposition’s 40th anniversary is the event’s new product showcase. Check out these must-see new introductions.

There’s several ways to add pool installation services to your business. Experts recommend subcontracting the work as you dip your toe into this service. (Photo: Canete Landscape Design & Construction)

So you want to add pool installations? Here’s what you need to know

Consider these important keys before adding pool installation to your design/build portfolio.

While rain and freeze sensors have minimal maintenance, contractors should check the device yearly as part of an irrigation system check. (Photo: Rain Bird)

How rain and freeze sensors can benefit your clients

Practical tips to maximize the effectiveness of rain and freeze sensors in an irrigation system.

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Unlock the power of effective marketing with a SWOT analysis

Learn how a simple look at your company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats can help you better market your business.

(Photo: John Deere)

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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Seth’s Cut: Feel-good hit of the summer

Seth Jones reflects on this year's Elevate event and looks ahead as we move full steam ahead towards Equip Exposition.

(Photo: Megan Perleberg)

LM Gallery: October 2023

Check out a few of the people the LM team met while at Elevate in Dallas.

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