Landscape Trades Magazine - Landscape Ontario

March 2024

Previous Issues

Green Pencil

Welcome to the future

By Kali Pearson

This month in Landscape Trades, we are talking about tech.

LT Picks

LT Picks: Podcast Episodes

For our annual tech issue, we've handpicked a few podcast episodes that explore how AI can support the green trades.

Newsscape

Government of Canada becomes a founding member of the efficient fertilizer consortium

Canada has joined the Efficient Fertilizer Consortium, a public-private partnership driven by the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research.

Bioluminescent plants are now even brighter

Light Bio to begin selling firefly petunias to consumers with USDA approval

International Plantscape Awards 2024

The International Plantscape Awards were presented at the Tropical Plant International Expo in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Jan. 18, 2024.

Revised plant hardiness zone coming this year

Natural Resources Canada scientists are hard at work revising the plant hardiness zones map for the first time since 2010.

Utilizing 3D vision for tree nursery caliper measurement

A key aspect of inventory management for tree nurseries is measuring the caliper (or diameter) of each tree.

Feature

Cultivating tomorrow

By Karina Sinclair

From water and waste reduction, to predictive models for risk mitigation, to labour issues: in this feature, we'll explore just a few of the ways AI is being applied to horticulture and nursery grower operations.

Using AI to streamline your business

By Karina Sinclair

For passionate growers who want to stay connected to their plants, AI could help streamline administration or other back office chores to free them up to deliver hands-on care across their operations.

Filthy rich: the dirt on growing media

By Julia Harmsworth

Growers across Canada are leveraging biology to grow strong, healthy plants without compromising sustainability. Creative technologies in growing media — from heroic worms to magic mushrooms, to marine creatures — are making soil filthy rich.

Mission: precision

By Kali Pearson

How RTK technology can help landscape trades pros hit the mark when it comes to turf care

Growing Your Business

Low Snow

By Grant Harrison

While a light winter may have its pros and cons, one thing is certain — we need to adapt and make changes in our practices and snow contracts to survive in the face of low snow seasons.

Internet Of Nature

How satellites and AI ignite hope in Canada's battle against wildfires

By Dr. Nadina Galle

A dedicated effort is now underway to unravel the intricate causes of wildfires and institute preventative measures. This involves reflecting on current forestry practices, development in fire-prone areas, and, as I will discuss with you today, the integration of state-of-the-art technologies.

Designers Corner

The element of surprise

By Heather Jerrard

Spring will be here before we know it — and it is essential to utilize a range of different plant material in the landscape.

CNLA News

Toronto's green roof bylaw keeps on giving

In 2009, Toronto became the first major city in North America to adopt a Green Roof Bylaw. The Bylaw mandates green roofs on new buildings, provides an incentive program for existing buildings and creates a standard for the construction of all green roofs.

GCC website and social media gaining momentum

In just over a year, the Garden Centres Canada public website has evolved into an active community of gardening enthusiasts and industry leaders.

CNLA

CNLA hosts inaugural 2024 leadership summit

The Canadian Nursery Landscape Association hosted its inaugural 2024 Leadership Summiton February 6, 2024, featuring a selection of keynote speakers who shared information about navigating an unusual labour market, mitigating insurance liabilities and fostering a love of plants through marketing.

New Products

New Products March 2024

With spring just around the corner, your favourite brands have introduced new products to help you create beautiful landscapes, with speed, comfort and safety in mind.

Mentor Moment

5 marketing mistakes to fix right now

By Vanessa McQuade

March 2024

Welcome to the future

This month in Landscape Trades, we are talking about tech.

LT Picks: Podcast Episodes

For our annual tech issue, we've handpicked a few podcast episodes that explore how AI can support the green trades.

Government of Canada becomes a founding member of the efficient fertilizer consortium

Canada has joined the Efficient Fertilizer Consortium, a public-private partnership driven by the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research.

Bioluminescent plants are now even brighter

Light Bio to begin selling firefly petunias to consumers with USDA approval

International Plantscape Awards 2024

The International Plantscape Awards were presented at the Tropical Plant International Expo in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Jan. 18, 2024.

Revised plant hardiness zone coming this year

Natural Resources Canada scientists are hard at work revising the plant hardiness zones map for the first time since 2010.

Utilizing 3D vision for tree nursery caliper measurement

A key aspect of inventory management for tree nurseries is measuring the caliper (or diameter) of each tree.

Cultivating tomorrow

From water and waste reduction, to predictive models for risk mitigation, to labour issues: in this feature, we'll explore just a few of the ways AI is being applied to horticulture and nursery grower operations.

Using AI to streamline your business

For passionate growers who want to stay connected to their plants, AI could help streamline administration or other back office chores to free them up to deliver hands-on care across their operations.

Filthy rich: the dirt on growing media

Growers across Canada are leveraging biology to grow strong, healthy plants without compromising sustainability. Creative technologies in growing media — from heroic worms to magic mushrooms, to marine creatures — are making soil filthy rich.

Mission: precision

How RTK technology can help landscape trades pros hit the mark when it comes to turf care

Low Snow

While a light winter may have its pros and cons, one thing is certain — we need to adapt and make changes in our practices and snow contracts to survive in the face of low snow seasons.

How satellites and AI ignite hope in Canada's battle against wildfires

A dedicated effort is now underway to unravel the intricate causes of wildfires and institute preventative measures. This involves reflecting on current forestry practices, development in fire-prone areas, and, as I will discuss with you today, the integration of state-of-the-art technologies.

The element of surprise

Spring will be here before we know it — and it is essential to utilize a range of different plant material in the landscape.

Toronto's green roof bylaw keeps on giving

In 2009, Toronto became the first major city in North America to adopt a Green Roof Bylaw. The Bylaw mandates green roofs on new buildings, provides an incentive program for existing buildings and creates a standard for the construction of all green roofs.

GCC website and social media gaining momentum

In just over a year, the Garden Centres Canada public website has evolved into an active community of gardening enthusiasts and industry leaders.

CNLA hosts inaugural 2024 leadership summit

The Canadian Nursery Landscape Association hosted its inaugural 2024 Leadership Summiton February 6, 2024, featuring a selection of keynote speakers who shared information about navigating an unusual labour market, mitigating insurance liabilities and fostering a love of plants through marketing.

New Products March 2024

With spring just around the corner, your favourite brands have introduced new products to help you create beautiful landscapes, with speed, comfort and safety in mind.

5 marketing mistakes to fix right now

Vanessa McQuade's five common marketing mistakes to avoid in order to set yourself up for success.