2024 Landscape Trends From The National Association Of Landscape Professionals

What will be the 2024 landscape trends in residential design? Here's what members of the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) said they expect for the coming year.
Timberline

Timberline’s Holiday Lighting Service Pays In More Ways Than One

Timberline Landscaping's holiday lighting service not only earns revenue and keep employees working, it builds community relationships with a Christmas Lights Guide on their website.

Recent Acquisitions By Mariani, Ruppert, And Fecon

Mariani Premier Group acquires Rocky Mountain Custom Landscapes; Ruppert Landscape acquires Tree Amigos Outdoor Services; and Fecon acquires Stumper Industries.
ITR Economics

Now Available! Quarterly Economic Forecast Reports For Lawn & Landscape Businesses

The National Association of Landscape Professionals has partnered with ITR Economics to provide NALP members with free quarterly Economic Forecast Reports for the lawn and landscape industry.
Turf December 2023 Issue

Turf December 2023 Issue

From landscape software and technology to dealing with animal damage, the Turf December 2023 issue provides Green Industry strategies for success.
Selling landscape business

Don’t Miss These 7 Strategies When Selling Your Landscape Business

Are you optimizing these seven strategies when selling your landscape business? There may be assets you've overlooked that can help seal the deal.
Mariani

Mariani Premier Group Wins 21 NALP Awards Of Excellence

Landscaping projects from nine companies under the Mariani Premier Group won 21 Awards Of Excellence from the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Here's a peek at a few winners.
Hunter-Welborn

Two Landscape Design Companies Among Hunter-Welborn Award Winners

Two landscape design firms are among the winners of the 2023 Hunter Industries Ann Hunter-Welborn Circle of Excellence Award. Presented to Mark Brotton of Living Water and Pland Collaborative, the award recognizes industry leadership in sustainable practices.
emission-free equipment

Federal Tax Credit For Zero-Emission Commercial Landscape Equipment Introduced

A recently introduced federal bill would provide professional landscapers with a 40% credit on the purchase of zero-emission equipment up to $25,000 every year.
leave leaves

Leave The Leaves? Yes & No. Here’s The Best Approach For Healthy Grass.

Leave the leaves? Yes and no. Composting or mulching leaves in place avoids damage to turfgrass and enriches the soil while still avoiding the landfill.
Electric Sheep

Acquisitions, AI, & Robotics: Electric Sheep Looks To The Future Of Landscaping

Electric Sheep acquires traditional outdoor service providers and progressively transforms operations with AI software and robotics.
Turf October 2023 Issue

Turf October 2023 Issue

From the latest in equipment to business expansion, the Turf October 2023 issue provides first-hand advice and knowledge from Green Industry experts.

Honda Releases Prototype Of All-Electric Autonomous Work Mower

Honda has introduced a prototype all-electric Autonomous Work Mower (AWM) and is seeking companies for a pilot program in 2024 to assess the AWM's applicability to their work environments.
Spanish

Equip Expo To Feature More Spanish-Language Resources

The 2023 Equip Expo for the landscape industry will feature new Spanish-language sessions covering owner and foreman development.

Where Are The Best Opportunities For Hispanic Entrepreneurs?

The website Wallethub released a survey listing the top 20 cities for Hispanic entrepreneurs, and Florida cities dominate the list.
Plowing Contract

Create A Plowing Contract That Covers Snowfall Uncertainty

A plowing contract that includes a “Readiness Fee” creates a win-win for contractors and clients by supporting business continuity, safety, and operational efficiency.
PLOW August 2023

PLOW: The Snowball Effect (August 2023 Issue)

Today's weather makes snow and ice management seem more erratic than ever. The PLOW August 2023 issue helps you plan for the unknown.
burnout

Staff Shortages Are A Key Reason For Employee Burnout

As the lawn and landscape industry continues to face challenges in finding employees, staff shortages are a key reason for employee burnout, according to...

Husqvarna Introduces “Rewilding” Program Mode

Through an innnovative new rewilding mode on their automowers, Husqvarna is helping Green Industry pros set aside more wild land for bees and butterflies.
Turf August 2023 Issue

Turf August 2023 Issue

The Turf August 2023 issue provides the knowledge and tools landscapers need to create more resilient landscapes in the face of today's extreme weather.
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

A Capital Idea

Ruppert Landscape meets multiple challenges to transform a live-work-play idea into reality at the Capital One Center.
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.
snow removal, insurance coverage

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.