2014 Hidden Gems - 7 'Newbie' Companies

December 8, 2014

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Contrary to what some believe, xeriscapes incorporate many more elements than only rocks and boulders.

What to Know About Xeriscaping

Check out what's behind xeriscaping and how and where landscape professionals can implement it.

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The Secret to Successful Rebrands

When rebranding, it's crucial that a company gain buy-in from top to bottom. Here's how to do so.

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Equip Expo 2025 Offering Early-Bird Pricing

Registration for Equip Expo, which will be held Oct. 21-24 at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC), is only $25 through May 31. When the show opens in October, a single registration is $120.

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Greenzie Updates Software to 4.0

Greenzie released its fourth annual major software upgrade or 4.0.

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2025 State of the Industry Q+A: Outdoor Splendor

Kirk Brown, owner of Outdoor Splendor, digs into how this year went for his company, what he expects for the future of the landscape industry and more.

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2025 State of the Green Industry: Q+As with Industry Experts

Industry representatives lay it all out when it comes to the current state of the landscape industry.

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2025 State of the Industry Q+A: Envu

Mark Schneid, head of commercial operations for Envu in North America, discusses what’s trending in the green industry, what’s to come and more.

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State of the Industry Q+A: Vibrant Outdoors

Pierre Bridger, director of operations for vibrant outdoors, sheds light on how the past year has gone for the landscape industry, obstacles the industry has faced and more.

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State of the Industry Q+A: Acme NLS

Scott Horoszewski, owner of Acme NLS in Swanson, Ohio, discusses his perception of the landscape industry, the headwinds his company has faced in the last several years and more.

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2025 State of the Industry Q+A: J&G Landscaping

Gary Garvin, president of J&G Landscaping, lays out the challenges he's experienced in the industry, how his company has contended with those challenges and more.

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Makita Rolls Out 12-inch Snow Shovel Attachment (SN400MP)

Makita unveiled the 12-inch Snow Shovel Attachment (SN400MP), designed for clearing and removing snow in tight spaces.

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Echo Highlights 4 New Products

Echo released four new products now available for purchase.

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2025 State of the Industry Q+A: Briggs & Stratton

Jon Matson, vice president, sales and marketing, Briggs & Stratton, offers his view of the state of the landscape industry, where the industry is headed and more.

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2025 State of the Industry Q+A: Bobcat Co.

Lee Smith, director product strategy for Bobcat Co., chats with Green Industry Pros about the trends, challenges and more that he's seen around the industry.

NALP, Allied Orgs Sue DHS Over New H-2 Visa Rules

The National Association of Landscape Professionals and allied organizations filed a lawsuit on behalf of the H-2 community against the U.S. DHS and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services over a rule governing H-2A and H-2B guest worker visa programs.

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2025 State of the Industry Q+A: Mecalac

Peter Bigwood, general manager, Mecalac North America, digs into challenges in the landscape industry, what's trending and more.

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2025 State of the Industry Q+A: Ditch Witch

Brant Kukuk, compact equipment product manager, Ditch Witch, discusses trends and challenges within the landscape industry.

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What's Your Word of the Year?: Editor's Note

Green Industry Pros Editor Sarah Webb asks readers what they expect to do in 2025 and digs into the results from the 2025 State of the Industry report.

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How to Stay Ahead of the Latest Lighting and Hardscape Trends

Lighting and hardscape manufacturers highlight how contractors can stay ahead of the latest trends and techniques.

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Increase the Lifespan of Spreader Motors

Small yet impactful changes in design, maintenance practices and technology adoption can dramatically increase the reliability and lifespan of your spreader motors. Here's how to incorporate these changes.

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Honda Showcases New Design Concept GX Series Engines: the iGX400 and iGX430

Honda plans expand its GX Series engines portfolio with two all-new engines: the Honda iGX400 and the Honda iGX430.

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The Increasing Importance Behind Conversational Search

To make the shift to "conversational search," landscape businesses need to rethink how they interact with potential clients in a natural, engaging manner. Learn more about this new trend.

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Tips for Successfully Implementing Fleet Technologies

Fleet technologies come in many forms, but one of the top challenges to implementing new technologies remains fleetwide adoption and use. Here's how to facilitate seamless adoption.

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Cold Weather Oil Change Tips

Here's how to ensure oil changes are done right, even in colder weather.

Toyota Material Handling, The Raymond Corp. to Merge

Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corp. will formally become one company under the name Toyota Material Handling North America, effective April 1.

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Google Ads Benchmarks for Landscaping and Lawn Care Businesses

One marketing expert offers a look at what landscape companies should know about Google Ads.

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Top 6 Questions to Ask Before Purchasing a Compact Track Loader

Check out these six essential questions to answer before purchasing a compact track loader.