Landscaping & Gardening News
Unearth news about landscaping and gardening for residential and commercial purposes with emphasis on companies manufacturing products, providing services and creating resources for exterior spaces. Information includes events, organizations, research, contracts and retailers of interest to gardeners and landscapers.
Writer Betsy S. Franz Wants to Help Builders Educate New Homeowners to Take Care of Their Share of the Environment
In March of 2003, Betsy Franz set out on a monumental goal: to try to convince all property owners to take responsibility for Their Share of the environment. “I think people have always been quick to blame decreases in wildlife populations on all the new development,” Franz said. - April 10, 2008 - Betsy S. Franz
BlissLights Transform Outdoor Illumination with an Explosion of Stars
BlissLights™ debuts groundbreaking outdoor architectural landscape model at the California Industry Landscape show in Los Angeles. - April 10, 2008 - BlissLights
Kay Rios, Writer for Northern Colorado Business Report, Has Written an Article About Pawfriendly Landscapes, Which Will be Released on April 11, 2008
Kay Rios, writer for Northern Colorado Business Report, has written an article about Elizabeth Bublitz' company, Pawfriendly Landscapes, which will be released on April 11, 2008. Ms. Rios attended a lecture about creating pet friendly yards at Fort Collins Nursery in January and contacted Bublitz... - April 10, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
MAIL BOSS Introduces Wall Mount Security Locking Mailboxes for Mail & Identity Theft Prevention
The Wall Mount Locking Security MAIL BOSS offers home owners a truly “secure” solution to mail and identity theft prevention. High resolution product images and press materials are available for use at http://www.themailboss.com/Press_Release_Materials-Mar08/. There you can also find two short .wmv video files that reveal the gross inadequacy of so called “secure” mailboxes on the market. - April 03, 2008 - Epoch Design, LLC
Free Class - How to Build a Waterfall
Hands-on Seminar Teaches Homeowners to Install Low-Maintenance Waterfall. - April 02, 2008 - Brookside Garden
Green Nation Gardens Announces the April 5th 2008 Opening of Their "Green Gardening" Retail Site, GreenNationGardens.com
Green Nation Gardens announces the April 5th 2008 opening of their “Green Gardening” retail site, GreenNationGardens.com The environmentally conscious retail garden supply company is taking aim at the World’s “Green Living” movement. On April 22, 1970 the first Earth... - April 02, 2008 - Green Nation Gardens
Lewnes Named First National Master Naturalist
Take your knowledge of wildlife and wildlife to a higher professional level by enrolling in WindStar Wildlife Institute's homestudy courses. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, more than 66 million people 16 years old and older—31 percent of all Americans—feed, photograph and observe wildlife in 2001 and spent $40 billion on these activities. - April 01, 2008 - WindStar Wildlife Institute
Showcased to Sell: the Secret Weapon for Home Sellers in an Uncertain Market
With February 2008 markeing the lowest point for home sales in 20 years, it is more important than ever that home sellers properly position their home for sale. - March 27, 2008 - Rediscovered Rooms
Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping Launches Organic Gardening with Kids Program
Applewood Acres will visit with your children to provide a one hour educational seminar on the benefits and importance of organic gardening and practicing responsible gardening without the use of chemicals and pesticides. The seminar is a hands on, fun approach, encouraging children to have an enjoyable time doing such things as creating a vegetable or herb garden, planting small trees or a perennial garden, while at the same time learning about how to care for plants. - March 27, 2008 - Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping
Organic Lawn Care Movement Gains Momentum
A press release about a new company that offers an alternative to corporate chemical lawn care. - March 26, 2008 - Organic Lawns for America
Organic Lawn Care, a Growing Business for Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping
Anti-pesticide crusader, Richard Brzakala, President of Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping encouraged by the McGuinty government's pledge to ban pesticides on a provincial level and even give considerations to banning the sale of such products at all retail stores. - March 24, 2008 - Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping
The March 2008 Issue of "Colorado Green," Features an Article About Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Written by Barbralu Cohen
The March 2008 issue of "Colorado Green," features an article about Elizabeth Bublitz, owner and author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, written by Barbralu Cohen. Ms. Bublitz discusses her love for plants and animals and how she developed her company, Pawfriendly Landscapes. Upon opening her... - March 22, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Just in Time for Spring: Spa and Hot Tub Care and Maintenance Tips from HotTubWorks, the Leading Online Retailer of Spa Supplies
You can ensure many years of enjoyment and relaxation from your spa with just a little bit of tender loving care and regular maintenance. - March 21, 2008 - Hot Tub Works
Master Gardener Lee O’Hara Gives Top Ten List for a Great Earth Day Celebration
From His Home Garden in Suburban Glassell Park California Master Gardener Lee O’Hara Talks About the Perfect Earth Day Celebration and Environmental Awareness. - March 19, 2008 - Organic Home Garden
Drip Irrigation Specialists Top Irrigation Rebrand as Life Irrigation
North London and Hertfordshire based Drip Irrigation Company formerly known as Top Irrigation have launched rebranded their logo identity and website as Life Irrigation. - March 19, 2008 - Life Irrigation
Vertical Gardening Secrets
Vertical Gardening Secrets.Com opens new information site for gardeners. www.verticalgardeningsecrets.com provides information and free resources. Setting up a website was the last thing Janet Combs, a former Child Support Investigator, ever thought of doing. She laughs, “I wasn’t... - March 18, 2008 - Janet Combs
Green Cut Landscaping Services Participates in "GreenCare for Troops" to Support Local Military Families
Green Cut Landscaping is participating in “GreenCare for Troops” in the Middlesex county area. “GreenCare for Troops” is a nationwide outreach program initiated by Project EverGreen that connects participating local lawn and landscape firms with families of the men and... - March 15, 2008 - Green Cut Landscaping Service
ACT Global Sports and Sportexe Partner to Increase Turf Production
Strategic partnership to launch U.S. production of synthetic turf systems. - March 14, 2008 - Act Global
My Home, Garden & Gifts Announces Expansion Plans in Southeastern U.S.
The company plans to expand its retail outlet division in the Southeastern U.S. and to expand its product and services mix. - March 12, 2008 - My Home, Garden & Gifts
DirectBuy of Syracuse Earns Top Five Service Rating
DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, is proud to announce that its Syracuse, N.Y., location ranked in the top five for the company’s customer service ratings for 2007. The ratings are based on the results... - March 11, 2008 - DirectBuy
Custom Woodworking Firm to Add Indoor Furniture and Furnishings to Its Product Offerings
Creative Custom Furnishings, Inc. which has filled a niche market in custom designed and constructed outdoor wood furniture now will be offering the same design and construction services for its indoor lines. - March 09, 2008 - Creative Custom Furnishings, Inc
Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc. is Proud to Announce That They Are Members of the Denver Botanic Gardens by Joining at Their GreenCo Level
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner of Pawfriendly Landscapes, is excited to support Denver Botanic Gardens because as a garden enthusiast and pet lover, she has been an instructor at the Gardens for three years and they are selling her new book, "Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your... - March 08, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Firefly Magic® Firefly Lights Recognized for Their Contribution to Firefly Research
Firefly Magic® Firefly Lights have been recognized for their contribution to firefly research in The American Naturalist, a leading scientific journal published for the American Society of Naturalist by the University of Chicago Press. - March 08, 2008 - Sigma Two Group LLC
Lawn & Garden WebvisionTM Partners with Kohler to Power First IP Channel for Lawn/Garden Industry
Lawn & Garden WebvisionTM (LGWV), is pleased to announce the addition of Kohler as the “Official Engine” of their global Internet Protocol Channel. - March 07, 2008 - Lawn & Garden Media Solutions, LLC
DirectBuy Opens New Palm Springs Members-Only Design Showroom
Low-cost alternative to retail is a one-stop shopping destination for consumers furnishing, remodeling or building a new home. - March 05, 2008 - DirectBuy
Renowned Dutch Designer Visits Phillip's Flowers
"Flowers touch us," said van Rems, "at a sensory and even a spiritual level. That's what makes great art. It's something we can all understand." - March 03, 2008 - Phillip's Flowers ~ 1-800-FLORALS Florist
The Fence Authority Announces Plans to Open an Additional Full Service Facility in Smyrna, DE
The Fence Authority Expands into Delaware. - March 02, 2008 - The Fence Authority
The Fence Authority Announces Expansion of Their West Chester, PA Facility
The Fence Authority, one of the nation’s leading sources for aluminum, vinyl and wood fencing since 1996, announces the expansion of their headquarters in West Chester, PA with two new hires. The Fence Authority also has a second full service location in Smyrna, DE. “We are thrilled to... - March 02, 2008 - The Fence Authority
"Garden Girl" Show Added to the Lawn & Garden Webvision Lineup
Lawn & Garden Media Solutions LLC, parent company of Lawn & Garden WebvisionTM (LGWV) www.lawnandgardenwv.com is pleased to announce the newest show to the LGWV lineup, featuring Patti Moreno as the “Garden Girl.” Brian Gardner, LGWV President, stated, “Sustainable living... - March 02, 2008 - Lawn & Garden Media Solutions, LLC
Greg Wittstock of Aquascape, Inc Chosen to be Featured Blog Writer for Inc.com
Greg Wittstock, founder and CEO of Aquascape, Inc is a featured blog writer on Inc. Magazine’s web site. After appearing on the cover of Inc. Magazine in 2003, and having Aquascape’s company culture highlighted in the August 2007 issue, a blog on Inc.’s web site is the next... - February 26, 2008 - Aquascape, Inc.
Aquascape, Inc. Announces Strategic Initiatives for 2008
Aquascape, a leading innovator in water gardening and ecosystem ponds, announces key strategic initiatives with an eye towards expanding in 2008. - February 26, 2008 - Aquascape, Inc.
DirectBuy of Cool Springs Opens New Environmentally Friendly Showroom
First Green Showroom of DirectBuy's More Than 140 North American Franchises opens in Tennessee. - February 25, 2008 - DirectBuy
Applewood Acres Gardening and Landscaping Anti-Pesticide Crusader Joins Forces with Organic Landscape Alliance
Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping and Applewood Property Management is proud to announce that its President Richard Brzakala, recently joined the Organic Landscape Alliance (OLA), Board of Directors. Mr. Brzakala will join a number of other organic lawn care experts and landscaping... - February 23, 2008 - Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping
Pawfriendly Landscapes Has a Booth at Colorado's Garden & Home Show in Denver. The Exhibit Will Run Until February 24, 2008 at the Denver Convention Center.
Pawfriendly Landscapes has a booth at Colorado's Garden & Home Show in Denver. The exhibit will run until February 24, 2008 at the Denver Convention Center. Pawfriendly Landscapes is Colorado's only pet friendly landscape company, their staff will be hosting the booth and answering any... - February 21, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be Teaching About Pet Friendly Yards at the Denver Botanic Gardens
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner and author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, will be teaching about pet friendly yards at the Denver Botanic Gardens on May 13, 2008 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm and on September 16, 2008 at 6:30pm until 8:30pm. Ms. Bublitz is pleased to announce this is her third year teaching at the Denver Botanic Gardens. Her new book is currently available at DBG's gift store. - February 21, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
AWB Custom Outdoor Pool Tables Blasts Out Exciting Pirate Theme Pool Table
Custom Pool Table Designer Michael DeWitt unveils the "Pirate" Custom Outdoor Pool table with a total new look at customizing outdoor gaming. - February 20, 2008 - All Weather Billiards and Gaming
Elizabeth Bublitz, Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will Lecture and Sign Her Book at Broomfield Garden Center During the Weekend of April 19-20, 2008
Elizabeth Bublitz, author of Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney, will lecture and sign her book at Garden Country Nursery at 4181 W. 120th Ave, Broomfield, Colorado during the weekend of April 19-20, 2008. - February 19, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Elizabeth Bublitz, Author of "Pawfriendly Landscapes," Will be Lecturing and Hosting a Book Signing at Paulino's Garden in Denver on March 30, 2008
Elizabeth Bublitz, author of "Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," will be lecturing and hosting a book signing at Paulino's Garden at 1pm in Denver on March 30, 2008. Ms. Bublitz developed pet friendly yards in 1998 and continues to... - February 19, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Moon Planting Matrix Software Makes It Easy to Plant by the Moon
The Moon Planting Matrix is a new lunar gardening software program that calculates the best days for planting by the moon, specifically for the local climate. It generates planting lists for each sign of the moon showing the plants that prefer that phase and sign. The lists can be customized for... - February 18, 2008 - Divine Inspiration Publications
Go Wild Gardening Landscape Design Company Helps BBC Gardener’s World with Garden Planting
Flower borders featured in BBC Gardener’s World have been planted with the help of the Witney based Go Wild Gardening Co, an Oxfordshire garden design and garden landscaping service. - February 17, 2008 - The Go Wild Gardening Company
DirectBuy Opens New Columbus East Members-Only Design Showroom
Low-cost alternative to retail is a one-stop shopping destination for consumers furnishing, remodeling or building a new home. - February 13, 2008 - DirectBuy
DirectBuy Design Showroom Now Open in Bakersfield
DirectBuy Members-only, one-stop shopping destination offers a low-cost alternative for home improvement needs. - February 12, 2008 - DirectBuy
Get Ready for Spring with a New Selection of Dump Trailers, Equipment Trailers and Landscape Trailers at All Pro West
All Pro’s new 2008 Model Dump, Equipment and Landscape Trailers have arrived at their Trailer Superstore located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. - February 10, 2008 - All Pro Trailer Superstore
Gardening Expert Melinda Myers to Speak at New Jersey Flower & Garden Show
Gardening expert, TV host and author Melinda Myers will be a featured speaker at the upcoming 2008 New Jersey Flower & Garden Show which runs Feb. 14-17, 2008 at the New Jersey Convention Center. Myers will present the following: · Feb. 16 at 3 pm – “5 Tips for Successful... - February 07, 2008 - Melinda Myers LLC
NiteLites Outdoor Lighting Franchise of Central New Jersey to Showcase Outside Lighting for Safety and Security
Outdoor lighting systems provide a number of benefits, the most important of which may be safety and security. NiteLites Outside Lighting of Central New Jersey demonstrates the latest technology in outdoor lighting systems at the Garden State Home Show scheduled for February 8th – 10th. - February 06, 2008 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting Business in Jacksonville to Participate in Upcoming 5 Star Design Television Series
The 5 Star Design Show to feature backyard makeovers in the Jacksonville area and NiteLites Outdoor Lighting of Jacksonville has been chosen to particpate. - February 05, 2008 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting
Pawfriendly Landscapes, the Company That Says They do Landscape Doggy Style, Will Have a Booth at Colorado's Garden & Home Show February 16-24, 2008
Pawfriendly Landscapes, the company that says, "we do landscape doggy style," will have a booth at Colorado's Garden & Home Show February 16-24, 2008. Pawfriendly Landscapes will be in booth number 364 at the Denver Convention Center. Elizabeth Bublitz, owner of Pawfriendly... - January 31, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Do You Have the Best Garden Shed in Britain? Take Part in Shed of the Year at readersheds.co.uk
"Do you have a garden shed that is unique?" asks Uncle Wilco head sheddie of readersheds.co.uk. "Maybe it's your own little bolthole away from the trials of life. Maybe you have converted your humble garden building into a pub, or it's just a normal wooden building that's special to you." - January 30, 2008 - ReaderSheds.co.uk
Graham Landscape Architecture Completes Additions to Blackberry Farm - New Dining and Guest Accommodations Enrich Inn’s Rural, Historic Appeal
Graham Landscape Architecture (www.grahamlandarch.com) is announcing the completion of two significant additions to Blackberry Farm (www.blackberryfarm.com), one of America's top-rated resorts, celebrated as much for it pastoral setting as its gourmet locally-sourced cuisine and luxury... - January 30, 2008 - Graham Landscape Architecture
DirectBuy of Las Vegas East Now Open
Members-only, one-stop shopping destination offers a low-cost alternative for home improvement needs. - January 29, 2008 - DirectBuy