Just before Christmas, I received a thank you e-mail from Quora.com, thanking me for making their site a success. If […]
Why I became a landscape industry certified judge
Several months ago I found out that National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) in the US was abandoning practical testing. […]
How the red seal exam tests your experience
The Red Seal exam for landscape horticulture isn’t a straight knowledge test; it tests both your knowledge and experience. While […]
apprentice notes on landscape horticulture level 2
I interviewed landscape horticulture apprentice Lynda after she completed level one of her program. You can read that blog post […]
you must meet Leslie Buck: interview with the author of “cutting back”
This blog post is a special treat for the readers of my blog; and for all green professionals, gardeners and […]
firsts: my list from 2018
Reflection at the end of the year is a great thing. It was a long season in the field so […]
What I learned at the CanWest 2018 horticulture show
I visit the CanWest horticulture trade show in Abbotsford, BC every September thanks to my company’s generous sponsorship. It’s a […]
How ISA arborist certification adds value to your landscaping company
I believe that all professional landscapers should be ISA certified arborists. Yes, it requires three years of field experience and […]
A huge surprise at TreeFest 25
As soon as I arrived at TreeFest 25 at Riverview in Coquitlam, BC, I walked over to the information desk. […]
