Tag: climate change
It’s The Earliest Spring In 40 Years In Some U.S. Regions
Some regions of the U.S. are experiencing an early Spring by as much as three weeks. Will it affect landscape pest control timing?
New Study Shows 57% Decline In Western Bumble Bee—And Why
The western bumble bee was once common in western North America, but increasing temperatures, drought, and pesticide use have contributed to a 57% decline...
March Of The Fall Armyworms
Will we see the same record numbers as 2021?
The turf world is a constantly changing environment and being really good at what you do...
Landscaping In The Heat? Acclimatization & Cooler PPE Tips
Though it's the end of August, but heat and temperatures may climb high in some areas for at least a few more weeks. According...
CA Announces New Water Strategy: 500M Sq. Ft Of Turf To Be Converted By...
Late last week, Governor Newsom of California announced a new comprehensive water supply strategy focusing on accelerated infrastructure projects that would better prepare the...
Cali in Crisis: Water Agencies Call for Immediate & Long-Term Action
California water agencies form the group, Solve The Water Crisis.
A newly formed statewide education effort, Solve the Water Crisis, was launched this past April...
NYC’s Ghost Forest Speaks To Ecosystem Restoration
There's just one month left to view a towering grove of spectral cedar trees in New York City's Madison Square Park, whose bare trunks...
Will The OR Drought Affect Turf Seed Supply?
The 2021 grass seed crop is going to be very interesting as inventory stocks on many turf, forage, and cover crop seed species are...
Arbor Day 2021: Tracking Tree Benefits & Posting For Planting
I have an Autumn Flame red maple that I planted in my backyard probably about 15 years ago. I forget how much I paid...
Ten New ASLA Projects Represent Climate Resilient Landscape Design
It's Earth Day! And for inspiration, here's 10 new projects that were recently added to the Smart Policies for a Changing Climate Online Exhibition...