July 2010

The pros and cons of regulation

All of us, no matter the sector of our industry we operate in, face regulations every day.

The pros and cons of regulation

All of us, no matter the sector of our industry we operate in, face regulations every day.

Expo 2010 promises exciting new features

Expo 2010 (formerly Garden and Floral Expo), now in its 11th year, has a new name which reflects a broader appeal to a larger segment of the horticultural and floral industries.

Kitchener venue for Snow and Ice Symposium

The huge success of Landscape Ontario’s Snow and Ice Symposium has resulted in it needing to find a larger home for the 2010 edition.

Web profile: Free marketing opportunity

Members of Landscape Ontario have a great opportunity to advertise their services to thousands of people free of charge.

LO member wins conservation award

Nathan Helder and his company Gelderman Landscaping received a 2010 Conservation Award, in the stewardship category.

Expo 2010 promises exciting new features

Expo 2010 (formerly Garden and Floral Expo), now in its 11th year, has a new name which reflects a broader appeal to a larger segment of the horticultural and floral industries.

Kitchener venue for Snow and Ice Symposium

The huge success of Landscape Ontario’s Snow and Ice Symposium has resulted in it needing to find a larger home for the 2010 edition.

Web profile: Free marketing opportunity

Members of Landscape Ontario have a great opportunity to advertise their services to thousands of people free of charge.

LO member wins conservation award

Nathan Helder and his company Gelderman Landscaping received a 2010 Conservation Award, in the stewardship category.

Janet Ennamorato remembers when design was all about selling plants

A career as a teacher was her plan. But as with many of life’s plans...

Janet Ennamorato remembers when design was all about selling plants

A career as a teacher was her plan. But as with many of life’s plans...

Questions to ask about succession planning

Years ago, most businesses would be passed on to the next generation. Today, that is only one alternative, and not necessarily the best one.

Greening highways in next phase

The busiest highway in North America is receiving a green make-over.

Questions to ask about succession planning

Years ago, most businesses would be passed on to the next generation. Today, that is only one alternative, and not necessarily the best one.

Greening highways in next phase

The busiest highway in North America is receiving a green make-over.

Public image and landscape professionals

One of the central problems of our industry is the lack of public image and awareness.

Public image and landscape professionals

One of the central problems of our industry is the lack of public image and awareness.

Meet your new membership and chapter coordinator

Helen Hassard joins the LO membership team.

Meet your new membership and chapter coordinator

Helen Hassard joins the LO membership team.

More jobs than skilled people to fill them

It is estimated that by 2031 our industry will need 77 per cent of our workforce to possess post-secondary credentials.

More jobs than skilled people to fill them

It is estimated that by 2031 our industry will need 77 per cent of our workforce to possess post-secondary credentials.

Backbone of the business

F.H. Petersen was once the main contractor for the Weall and Cullen’s flagship store in North York, back in the 1970s and ’80s.

Backbone of the business

F.H. Petersen was once the main contractor for the Weall and Cullen’s flagship store in North York, back in the 1970s and ’80s.

Are superstars too expensive?

In this month’s article Dan and Bill discuss the importance of recruiting and hiring the best people.

Are superstars too expensive?

In this month’s article Dan and Bill discuss the importance of recruiting and hiring the best people.

LO golf season offers many benefits

Landscape Ontario members are ready to enjoy another great season of golf.

Durham members improve historical site’s irrigation

Durham Chapter completed an irrigation project on the west lawns, gardens and the formal rose garden at Parkwood in Oshawa, the historical home of auto baron R. Samuel McLaughlin, founder of General Motors of Canada.

Gilda’s Club receives state of the art irrigation

Thanks to Earle Graham of Lakelands Irrigation of Elmvale and Rain Bird, Gilda’s Club in Barrie has a state of the art irrigation system.

LO apprentice emcees Breakfast with the Mayors

Golden Horseshoe Chapter members and LO staff shared a time of pride during the Halton Industry Education Council’s Halton Apprenticeship Advisory Council (HAAC) Honour Roll Awards.

LO golf season offers many benefits

Landscape Ontario members are ready to enjoy another great season of golf.

Durham members improve historical site’s irrigation

Durham Chapter completed an irrigation project on the west lawns, gardens and the formal rose garden at Parkwood in Oshawa, the historical home of auto baron R. Samuel McLaughlin, founder of General Motors of Canada.

Gilda’s Club receives state of the art irrigation

Thanks to Earle Graham of Lakelands Irrigation of Elmvale and Rain Bird, Gilda’s Club in Barrie has a state of the art irrigation system.

LO apprentice emcees Breakfast with the Mayors

Golden Horseshoe Chapter members and LO staff shared a time of pride during the Halton Industry Education Council’s Halton Apprenticeship Advisory Council (HAAC) Honour Roll Awards.

Industry’s rally helps save Ottawa horticulture program

The horticulture industry members in Ottawa are being credited with preventing Algonquin College from cutting its horticulture program.

Two Ontario projects part of sustainable sites study

Two Ontario projects are part of an international pilot project to evaluate a new rating system for sustainable landscapes.

Garden Tourism group needs members

The Ontario Garden Tourism Coalition’s (OTGC) mission is to put the province’s gardens on the map of public consciousness.

Traps to detect emerald ash borer

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is using a new insect trap to detect and monitor the emerald ash borer (EAB) spread.

Ag Energy and university to develop solar technology

Ag Energy Co-operative is teaming up with the University of Waterloo to accelerate the research and development of a new solar photovoltaic (PV) technology.

Time to make mid-season airblast sprayer adjustments

In June it’s about mid-season for many orchard, high-bush and nursery spray applicators. Some airblast sprayers have already put in over 100 hours.

Tornado damages greenhouses

A tornado hit the Leamington area in early June causing extensive damage to a number of greenhouse operations.

Spending time in backyard is popular

Weather Network survey indicated enjoying the backyard is the most popular summer activity.

Industry’s rally helps save Ottawa horticulture program

The horticulture industry members in Ottawa are being credited with preventing Algonquin College from cutting its horticulture program.

Two Ontario projects part of sustainable sites study

Two Ontario projects are part of an international pilot project to evaluate a new rating system for sustainable landscapes.

Garden Tourism group needs members

The Ontario Garden Tourism Coalition’s (OTGC) mission is to put the province’s gardens on the map of public consciousness.

Traps to detect emerald ash borer

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is using a new insect trap to detect and monitor the emerald ash borer (EAB) spread.

Ag Energy and university to develop solar technology

Ag Energy Co-operative is teaming up with the University of Waterloo to accelerate the research and development of a new solar photovoltaic (PV) technology.

Time to make mid-season airblast sprayer adjustments

In June it’s about mid-season for many orchard, high-bush and nursery spray applicators. Some airblast sprayers have already put in over 100 hours.

Tornado damages greenhouses

A tornado hit the Leamington area in early June causing extensive damage to a number of greenhouse operations.

Spending time in backyard is popular

Weather Network survey indicated enjoying the backyard is the most popular summer activity.

LO Staff Profile – Robert Ellidge

Web editor

LO Staff Profile – Robert Ellidge

Web editor

Fiesta research update

The broadleaf herbicide Fiesta (active ingredient iron in the form of FeHEDTA, 4.43 per cent) is very new to the marketplace.

Fiesta research update

The broadleaf herbicide Fiesta (active ingredient iron in the form of FeHEDTA, 4.43 per cent) is very new to the marketplace.

Savings plan for the disabled

We are all familiar with RRSPs, and since 2008 with TFSAs and the benefits of each one. However, not many are familiar with the new Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP).

Savings plan for the disabled

We are all familiar with RRSPs, and since 2008 with TFSAs and the benefits of each one. However, not many are familiar with the new Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP).

Biocontrol is alive and growing

Highlights from the speaker program of the International Organization for Biological Control in the Americas.

Biocontrol is alive and growing

Highlights from the speaker program of the International Organization for Biological Control in the Americas.

The Ontario New Home Warranty Program

Most of us have heard of the new home warranty, however, we may not understand how that program works.

The Ontario New Home Warranty Program

Most of us have heard of the new home warranty, however, we may not understand how that program works.

Prosperity is a company-wide benefit

Make the time to come in from the frantic pace of your business, and get a handle on your journey to prosperity.

Prosperity is a company-wide benefit

Make the time to come in from the frantic pace of your business, and get a handle on your journey to prosperity.

Letter to the editor

With delight, I read your column (Prosperity Partners) in the June 15, 2010 issue of Horticulture Review. I found it to be truly professional and contributing.