Emily Mullins

Practical Magic

Kurt Bland combines practicality with ideology to embrace the green industry’s future.

Keepin’ the Peace in a Family Business

To keep a family business running smoothly, sometimes it’s as easy as thinking before you speak.

Brickman in Beijing

Murray Cook, head of the Brickman Group’s sports turf services division and baseball operations manager for the Beijing Olympics, talks about creating baseball fields on the other side of the world.

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Lawn and Landscape Marketing on a Budget

Digital marketing can feel overwhelming when you’re working with a limited budget. Websites, SEO, social media, and paid ads can quickly add up, but you don’t need to do everything to see results. By focusing on cost-effective strategies, you can still make a big impact without overspending.

LEADERSHIP 2007: Erica Santella

Knowing that it takes more than one person to truly get the job done, Erica Santella leads with others in mind.

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Kurt Bland combines practicality with ideology to embrace the green industry’s future.

Preparedness is Key for Contractors Battling Hurricane Ike

Robert Taylor of Houston-based Bio Landscape & Maintenance had all bases covered to weather the storm.

15 Fatal Business Errors Made by Landscape Company Owners

Business coach and consultant Jonathon Goldhill discusses 15 errors business owners make and how to correct them.

PODCAST: Talking With Gary Morgan, Dixie Chopper's New CEO

Morgan steps in for Dixie Chopper's first and only president, Art Evans, to reinvigorate the 28-year-old company.

HORTICULTURE: Planting for Efficiency

Strategically placed plant material reduces home energy costs.

The Alternate Route

Contractors who choose alternative fuels are taking the road less traveled and, despite obstacles, are unveiling rewarding and profitable results.