Another scorching summer in most of Europe – and a rather wet one for the rest – has once again created a tumultuous season for the landscaping industry. And while this season's dramatic droughts and rainfall can be partly attributed to the temporary El Niño weather phenomenon, we're all aware that climate change is creating a rather more permanent shift towards extreme weather.
Though it may sound like it, rewilding isn’t just about taking some time off and letting grass grow as wild as it pleases. It actually has quite a bit of science behind it, and is a process that landscapers are key in supporting.
Summer is a busy time for any professional landscaper. Increased heat and sunlight make for optimum growing conditions for plants and lawns that need managing, and with clients spending more time outdoors there's often increased demand for landscaping services.
Digital marketing has become a pillar for the growth of businesses worldwide, in a variety of industries – and the landscaping industry is no different. The visual nature of landscaping makes social media an ideal tool to market your landscaping business.
Congratulations to the winner of our most recent prize draw, Robin Radford, who has taken home a brand new MT270K Cobra multi-tool with a Kawasaki TJ engine to add to his Kawasaki collection.
Brushcutters are an essential tool for a professional landscaper, taking on several heavy-duty maintenance tasks. For professional users, a brushcutter needs to have the power to cut through dense vegetation with ease, and the durability to do it over and over again.
Alan Lunn, application engineer at Kawasaki Engines EU, is responsible for the smooth integration of engine and equipment. He explains the process and the challenges involved, and reveals how Kawasaki works with manufacturers to guarantee quality.
Capturing images of your work to advertise your landscaping business to potential customers is no longer a nice to have – it's a necessity. One of the best ways to do this as a landscaping business is by taking great photos and videos that can be shared to your social media, on your business website, or shown to prospective clients.
‘Heaven on turf’ is certainly a reality for Andy Cox’s customers. You only have to look at his stunning Instagram photos to see the kind of magic this former greenkeeper brings to lawns across West Yorkshire: lush, healthy turf and stripes to die for.
Kawasaki Engines’ consistent quality isn’t the product of chance. It’s the result of adhering to strict processes and extremely careful attention to detail.
Landscaping work can be incredibly rewarding. Creating and maintaining attractive, functional spaces for people to enjoy and experience the benefits of time spent outside can be hugely satisfying.
A good workman never blames their tools, as they say – so long as they have the correct ones! We take a look at the most essential tools for landscaping businesses; do you have everything on the list?
