Tag: drought
Counteracting Summer Stress On Ornamentals
August is a tough month for many ornamentals, and it’s getting worse. Record breaking heat and drought conditions are putting the health of landscape...
July’s Heat Broke Global Records
Despite the debate over global warming in the U.S., most landscapers would agree that designing landscapes to withstand weather extremes, such as heat and...
Water Efficient Landscape Design
From financial pundits to environmentalists, most seem to agree that water, particularly in its use, management, and distribution, is the new gold. Water scarcity...
Artificial Grass Used As Solution For Lawn Critters
Despite the drought in Southern California, residents of Northern and Central California have not had an issue with water restrictions. Even so, some residents...
Like A Boss: Educating Clients About Water Conservation
Getting more clients interested in water conservation must be an ongoing effort.
5 Favorite Xeric Plants For Many Regions
These hot plants for dry places work in a variety of regions.
Tech Escape: Facebook’s Massive Green Roof
If there are any employees who sit hunched over computers for many hours each day, it has to be those who work for Facebook....
Story of a Landscape: Irrigation Project Creates Award-Winning Turf
Nevada irrigation project turns “naughty” turf nice by managing water wisely.
How Much Drought Can Trees Take?
Why do some trees die in a drought and others don’t? And how can landscape professionals predict where trees are most likely to die...
Turf or No Turf? That is the Question
As the drought in California continues, what alternatives and water-saving options are available for customers?
Lessons Learned from Georgia’s Historic Drought
Ten years ago much of Georgia suffered that dreaded double whammy – the brutal five-year drought coupled with The Great Recession.
Irrigation Show 2016: Drought Summit Recap
Couldn’t make it to Irrigation Show this year? We’ve got you covered. Turf is on the ground, covering everything you need to know at...
Use Landscape Design for Natural Disaster Protection
Share with clients how you can use your landscape designs to protect and regenerate communities after natural disasters.
Ariens to Sell Stens and JThomas, Lawsuit Challenges Lawn Care Ban: This Week’s Industry...
Want to keep up with the latest news in lawn care and landscaping? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings...
Drought-Friendly Landscaping Increases Daytime Temps
Could drought-friendly landscaping be heating things up a little too much?
Time to Give Surfactants Another Look
How lawn pros can add value to their services with wetting agents.
Industry at a Crossroads
Why the status quo won't work in our increasingly water-stressed industry.
Suppliers Offer New Water-Saving Polymers to Consumers
Consumers, as well as turf pros, will get the chance to use surfactants in the California market. Two major companies are introducing retail products...
Drought stress: Don’t Forget Trees and Shrubs
Even in severe drought, trees and shrubs can be saved using smart turfgrass and irrigation choices.
Bucking the Anti-Turf Panic
Here's how lawns can be saved using smart turfgrass and irrigation choices.
Firewise Landscaping
Expert advice on designing and maintaining reduced-risk landscapes in an era of extreme wildfires.
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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