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Arborjet Announces Recipients of 2015 “Taking Root” College Scholarships

10 promising high school seniors pursuing careers in the arboriculture industry awarded $1,000 scholarships.

Chasing The EXPO’s Biggest Trends In My Socks

I broke a cardinal rule as I packed for the recent GIE+EXPO in Louisville. I packed a pair of comfortable but cheap shoes to...

Davey Names Tovar District Manager

KENT, OH — The Davey Tree Expert Company has announced the promotion of Auxilio “Chilo” Tovar to district manager of the Chicago territory of...
New England GROWS

Turf and Lawn Sessions at New England GROWS Focus on State-of-the-Art Techniques and Science

BOSTON, Mass. — Turf and lawn care professionals will find abundant opportunities to learn and network at New England GROWS, the Northeast's largest educational...

STIHL Tour des Trees Kicks Off This Month

The 2015 STIHL Tour des Trees kicks off from Orlando on Oct. 25 and heads west, stopping overnight in Ruskin, Sarasota, Punta Gorda, Ft....

Sudden Oak Death Moving to Urban Areas

Drought is decreasing but not defeating the pathogen that causes sudden oak death, according to a citizen science-assisted survey conducted this spring by a...

TREE Fund Welcomes New President/CEO

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — The TREE Fund is pleased to welcome its new president/CEO, J. Eric Smith. A South Carolina native, Smith is a graduate of...

How Many Trees are on Earth?

A new study says that there are more than 3 trillion trees on the planet, a number eight times more than a previous estimate. According...

Flight 93 National Memorial September 11 Observance

This year, the Flight 93 National Memorial honors the 40 passengers and crew of United Flight 93 on the 14th anniversary of September 11...

SDSU Named One of the Top “Drought-Endangered” Campuses in the Country

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — San Diego State University is one of the top “drought-endangered” campuses in the country based on its size and location...

Ruppert Landscape Honors Residents at Armed Forces Retirement Home

Annual Field Day event includes $150,000 in materials and over 6,000 man hours.

Program Highlights at New England GROWS

Upcoming New England GROWS conference showcases innovation, practical techniques and emerging trends for green industry professionals.
silver maple

The Old Silver Maple Had Its Faults, But We’ll Miss It

Several weeks ago a local contractor cranked up an ancient, smoke-belching grinder and chewed up the huge stump of a silver maple in front...

The NHLA Goes to Washington

MIAMI, Fla. — The National Hispanic Landscape Alliance (NHLA), will join the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), in honoring American veterans during the...

Ruppert Landscape Announces 2015 Field Day Location

LAYTONSVILLE, Md. – Ruppert Landscape has chosen the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH), known locally as DC’s Old Soldier’s Home, to host its 2015...
Foreign Invaders Target Our Trees

Foreign Invaders Target Our Trees

Much has been written about protecting a specific tree from a specific pest. Seldom do we consider the broader picture to help us understand...

Survey’s Positive Key Indicators

Contractors predict continued growth and more spending in 2015.

Southern Botanical Celebrates 20 Years

DALLAS, Texas - Southern Botanical, Inc. has just marked its 20-year anniversary. In 1995, with a single truck and a passion for helping clients...

Southern Botanical Expands Operations To Houston

DALLAS, Texas - Southern Botanical, Inc., has announced that they will begin offering their services in Houston, Texas, this month. Initially, Southern Botanical will primarily...

Texas Tree Care Company Expands Services

Sam Hill Tree Care takes on Texas trees and turf.
Firewise Landscaping

Firewise Landscaping

Expert advice on designing and maintaining reduced-risk landscapes in an era of extreme wildfires.
Unilock Scholarship

Unilock ® Scholarship Helps Shape the Landscape Industry

Unilock is accepting applications for their Paving the Future Scholarship. The winner will receive $5,000. Deadline for submission is 9/16/24.

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Capital One Center, Ruppert Landscape

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Desert Foothills Landscape

Desert Decadence In An Arizona Landscape Design

Even in the extreme heat conditions of Southern Arizona, Desert Foothills Landscape designed and installed a stunning, functional landscape while also being water and climate conscious.
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Is Your Insurance Snow Blind?

Unique risks involved with snow and ice removal mean that adequate insurance coverage is critical to protecting your business.
snowstorms

Compact Cleanup Solutions

In the wake of snowstorms and natural disasters, it's essential to be prepared with versatile equipment to support restoration efforts.