Entries for May 2010

After almost two decades in the landscape industry you really begin to notice the most common problems and mistakes in landscapes. One major problem is plant choice and location. Most homeowners, builders and even many landscapers are guilty of these errors. Today with the internet, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service, the plethora of gardening books and magazines, it is easier than ever to find information on plant selection.

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Landscape Professionals are unique individuals. In many cases they define the American entrepreneur.  They must have knowledge of many things to be successful. While at a seminar in Ohio Gary Kinman, a well known industry leader had a list of all it takes to be that proven professional. I saw Gary for the first time about 7 years ago and he was the person who changed how I view the green industry and the landscape profession. It was Gary’s list that has inspired me to create my own list of what a landscape professional is. 

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It always disheartens me when I suggest inter locking concrete pavers for a hardscape application and the client has had or heard of a paver job that has “failed”. They complain about shifting, settling, and weeds. These problems are caused by improper excavation, base preparation, base materials choices, compaction, edging installation and maintenance. 

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