Glendale, CA Becomes Largest AGZA Green Zone® Municipality
Glendale, CA is now the nation's largest municipal AGZA Green Zone. The Certification is a structured program of education, training, certification, and data reporting to achieve cleaner, quieter, more sustainable landscape maintenance.
Protecting Landscapes From Destructive Iguanas
Invasive iguanas can wreak havoc on landscapes. Imagine deer that burrow and climb! Here are some deterrents.
What’s Your Ecoregion?
Native plant enthusiasts point to Ecoregions as a guide to specifying landscape plants that will thrive in a given location.
Does Your Landscape Company Show Signs Of Success?
Professional signs, in a variety of types, can help establish brand identity and set your lawn and landscape company apart.
NALP Announces Elite Partner Program With Industry Brands
NALP has begun a new Elite Partner Program with landscape industry brands. The first Elite Partners include Aspire, Caterpillar, Stanley Black & Decker, and STIHL.
Project EverGreen & Ruppert Landscape Renovate Park In Raleigh
Project Evergreen is always looking for landscape companies willing to volunteer their time in park renovations through its GreenCare for Communities initiative.
Residential Landscape Survey & Homeowner Types
74% of homeowners are likely to make landscape improvements over the next two years. Will it be a kid zone, zen retreat, or entertainment space?
Evaluating The “Nature Capital” Of Working & Natural Landscapes
How much is a landscape "worth? "How do we evaluate Nature Capital? In the past, natural assets have not been valued in a way that can be easily compared to traditional economic analyses for investment decisions.
Eclipse 2024: Plant Reactions & Ways To Watch
In the 2017 eclipse, bees stopped buzzing and returned to their hives. Plants such as oxalis and mimosa opened and closed their leaves in response to the light and temperature.
It’s Spring! Get A Jump On Invasive Insects With These USDA Updates
Today's the first day of Spring and along with greening turfgrass, singing birds, and blooming daffodils, are the far less welcome signs of warming temperatures—the return of hungry invasive insects.
Spring Lawn Care Refresher
Spring lawn care tips from Sod Solutions on mowing heights, fertilizers, irrigation, fungicides, and more for green-up success.
NALP Opens Registration for Two New Field Trip Events
NALP has opened registration for two field trip events to take place in June at Landscape Workshop and September at Sebert Landscape.
Kubota’s Hometown Proud Contest Now Open
Kubota Tractor's Hometown Proud™ Grant Program Now Accepting Community Project Applications through April 12, 2024.
National Collegiate Landscape Competition Heads To Brigham Young University
The National Collegiate Landscape Competition, is set to take place from March 13-16, 2024, at Brigham Young University in Provo, UT.
USDA Invests $70 Million To Defend Against Plant Pests & Diseases
The USDA is investing $70 million to defend against plant pests and diseases including box tree moth and sudden oak death.
LMN To Hold Mastermind Summit Later This Month
Landscape Management Network (LMN) will host its annual Mastermind Summit, an event to help take landscape businesses to the next level, from February 20 - 23 in Orlando, FL.
Protective Insurance Rebrands To Progressive Fleet & Specialty Programs
Progressive Insurance® is rebranding its large fleet commercial line (CL) coverage, formerly known as Protective Insurance, to Progressive Fleet & Specialty Programs.
Judith Guido Offers Online Workshop For Landscape Company Growth
The Connecticut Grounds Keepers Association (CGKA), in collaboration with Guido & Associates, is presenting a half-day online workshop, "Accelerate Company Growth with Purpose, Plan, People & Profits" on February 13.
Speakers Announced For Jobber Virtual Summit In March
James Clear, bestselling author of "Atomic Habits," and Kevin O'Connor, host of "This Old House" will be featured at the Jobber Virtual Summit in March.
Council Releases New Safety Guide For Propane Commercial Mowers
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has released a new safety guide for propane commercial mowers. Key topics include: fuel supply, types of cylinders, storing and changing cylinders, and training requirements.