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Battery Equipment Adoption Requires More Than New Tools

As more companies add battery-powered equipment to their fleets, charging infrastructure is becoming a critical operational consideration. Learn how landscape businesses are planning for power needs, crew productivity, and future growth.  Read More >>

Finding Good Help Isn't Getting Easier

Labor challenges continue to impact businesses across the industry. Learn how companies are getting creative with recruiting, employee referrals, and workforce development to build stronger teams. Read More >>

US Drought Monitor: June 4, 2026 Map

Soaking rains overspread most of Texas during the week, promoting additional drought reductions, primarily across southern Texas and the Big Bend country. Read More

Lessons in Water Management from an Award-Winning Park

As communities face increasing pressure from flooding and extreme weather, projects like ResilienCity Park offer ideas for integrating green infrastructure, stormwater management, and public space into a single landscape solution. Read More >>

Want to Know What Other Garden Centers Are Doing?

A new market intelligence tool is helping independent garden centers track marketing trends, popular events, consumer interests, and social media activity without spending hours scrolling online. Learn how retailers are using real-time insights to stay competitive and respond faster to customer demand. Read More >>