During the summer months, turfgrass often faces significant stress from heat and drought, which can lead to reduced vigor, discoloration, and increased susceptibility to diseases. Effective management of these stressors requires a strategic approach that includes proper fertilization with nutrients like calcium, sulfate of potash (potassium sulfate), and organic components. We will explore the role of these nutrients in mitigating …
3 Reasons Summer is the Best Time to Install Drainage Projects
Written by Eric Cummings, Drainage Category Director I often get asked “when is the best time of the year to install drainage” and my answer is always the same; any day that ends in a Y is a great time to install. Proper drainage is essential for maintaining the health and longevity of any property, whether it’s a residential home …
Four Lucrative Trends in Outdoor Living
As outdoor living continues to change, homeowners are constantly seeking new ways to enhance their outdoor spaces. This season, we are focusing on four new trends that are shaping the outdoor living market: audio systems, ledge lighting for hardscapes, pre-Labor Day paver cleaning, and the artificial turf. Below we explore how these trends can transform your clients outdoor areas and …
5 Reasons Now is the Best Time to Market Fall Services, and How To Make It Effective
As a green industry contractor, you know that timing is everything. While your schedule during the summer is likely packed, mid-year is the ideal time to start marketing your fall services. Here are five reasons why now is the best time to get your message out for future services, and how you can effectively promote your fall offerings. Capitalize on …
Calculating Drainage: The Rational Method
When considering the details of installing a drainage project on a property I see a common mistake play itself out over and over, the contractor guesses on the particulars. The size of the pipe, capture device and even the storage of stormwater often comes down to habit and a “one size fits all” approach. When looking at a solution, it …
Transform Your Hardscaping Projects With These 8 Tools
As a hardscape professional, having the right tools can make all the difference in achieving efficiency, precision, and quality on the job site. EZG Manufacturing offers a range of innovative tools designed to meet the demands of modern hardscaping. These advanced solutions are now conveniently available through your local Central Turf & Irrigation Supply location. Let’s explore how these tools …
Late to the Game Deciding Your Insecticide Program – Now What?
The Turf season has broken loose. Applications are in full effect. Crabgrass control and Post Emergent Herbicides are being applied. So, whats next? Grub and Surface Feeding Insect Control is rapidly approaching. If you haven’t finalized your insecticide gameplan for these pests yet, Here’s a quick look at your options below from Ryan Batz, Central’s Turf Category Fertilizer Director: GRUBS …
Stormwater Management – The Why and the How
As drainage regulations continue to tighten, we need to understand the reasons for why these are becoming more and more a part of everyday construction. Any new construction, whether that be as simple as an addition or a pool to an existing residential property, to new home construction, multi family housing, retail, or warehouses— any industrial project, is required to …
Planning a Pump Project? We’ve Got Resources!
Whether you’re working on spring start-ups or planning new installations, tackling projects with pumps can be an extra challenge. To help you get acquainted with the right steps, and to position you for success, we’ve gathered these irrigation pump resources to save you time, labor, and improve your bottom line. Troubleshooting Guide for Centrifugal Pumps Did you know that 80+% …
Before & After Photos – How To Take & Use Them
It is often said that a photo is worth a thousand words, but many contractors overlook the benefits that a photo can provide when they are busy on a job. Customers often rely on their initial impression of a contractor before deciding whether or not to conduct business with them. Due to the internet, an initial impression is often made …