From the Editor

Poinsettias: Stunning New Varieties & 10 Fun Facts

Check out photos of stunning new varieties of poinsettia, learn about Joel Robert Poinsett, and discover where they grow wild!
Turf December 2023 Issue

Turf December 2023 Issue

From landscape software and technology to dealing with animal damage, the Turf December 2023 issue provides Green Industry strategies for success.
Striping

Lawn Striping Finalists Announced! Vote For Your Favorite!

We've narrowed down the Top 10 Finalists of the Turf Lawn Striping Contest! Vote for your favorite on on the Turf facebook page!
World Soil Day

It’s World Soil Day! Here’s The Dirt

World Soil Day (WSD), a program of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, is held on December 5 every year (since...
Plant Hardiness Zones

USDA Unveils Updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map

Just released: a new 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map. Half of the country has now shifted to the next warmer half zone.
Stripes

Show Off Your Stripes! Enter The Turf Mowing Contest!

Did you create spectacular lawn stripes within the past two years? Then enter the TURF Magazine Mowing Contest and Show Off Your Stripes! Deadline: November 28.
Tree Services, Storm Resilience

Tree Services: Taking Tree Care To New Heights

In the October 2023 issue of Tree Services, we bring you four articles dedicated to enhancing tree longevity.
fungi

Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid, Of What Lurks In Lawns & Forests

Be afraid, very afraid, of what might be lurking in the lawn! These fungi are scarier than blowing leaves for a client with an irate neighbor!
leave leaves

Leave The Leaves? Yes & No. Here’s The Best Approach For Healthy Grass.

Leave the leaves? Yes and no. Composting or mulching leaves in place avoids damage to turfgrass and enriches the soil while still avoiding the landfill.
Turf October 2023 Issue

Turf October 2023 Issue

From the latest in equipment to business expansion, the Turf October 2023 issue provides first-hand advice and knowledge from Green Industry experts.
Autonomous Snow Plow

Remote-Operated, Autonomous Industrial Snow Plow Hits The Market

Teleo and Storm Equipment have introduced America’s only remote-operated and autonomous industrial snow plow.
Vulcan

Proposed Tax Break For Government Snow Removal Equipment In CA

California Senate Bill 546 proposes an exemption from the state sales and use tax for public entities purchasing dedicated snow removal vehicles.

Featured Videos

[VIDEO] Dickies®: Discover Workwear That’s Anything But Uniform

Looking for uniform solutions for your large team? An unmatched inventory and versatile looks are just a few reasons why companies trust Dickies®.
Stumpy

Final Bloom Of Beloved “Stumpy” Cherry Tree Is National News

Stumpy, a scraggly cherry tree who became beloved as a symbol of resilience during the pandemic, is marking its last Spring. Seawall rehabilitation of the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C. will require its removal in May.
spotted lanternfly nymphs

It’s Spring! Get A Jump On Invasive Insects With These USDA Updates

Today's the first day of Spring and along with greening turfgrass, singing birds, and blooming daffodils, are the far less welcome signs of warming temperatures—the return of hungry invasive insects.
Design-Build Equipment

Get Equipped: Design-Build Equipment

From trenchers to compact track loaders and excavators, this assortment of design-build equipment will help your professional lawn care and landscaping services team get the job done.
Lakeside Landscape Project:

Lakeside Landscape Project: Manitou Watch

Twin Bay Landscaping designs dunegrasses, a boardwalk, and cozy gathering spaces to honor the lake life.