2025 iLandscape

iLandscape is the show for today’s landscape professional. It is a show you will look forward to, eagerly attend, and talk about months after the show has concluded. iLandscape is the show that Midwestern landscape professionals deserve.

Close to 7,000 people attended the 12th iLandscape show in 2025. See for yourself what all the excitement is about.

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  • Bases Alternativos (2025)

    Con un cambio en las tendencias de la industria, está claro que no hay una solución única para todas las bases de instalación. Esta sesión se centrará en los materiales base adecuados para diferentes tipos de instalaciones, ya sea que estés trabajando con piedra natural, losas de porcelanato o ad...

  • Eleva el lider en ti (2025)

    Esta sesión en español brindará orientación sobre cómo mejorar tus habilidades profesionales y avanzar en tu carrera. Pam abordará cómo planificar tu trayectoria profesional, incluyendo la comprensión de las descripciones de los roles y las expectativas. Trabajará con los asistentes en estrategia...

  • Oaks: Global Conservation and Local Management

    Dr. Silvia Alverez-Clare (The Morton Arboretum) discussed ongoing global oak conservation efforts, particularly those currently being spearheaded by The Morton Arboretum. She also discussed threats to oaks, locally, and what arborists and the green industry can do to manage them.

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  • Woody Plant Health Update

    Stay informed with the latest developments in forest health across Illinois in this comprehensive update. We’ll take a closer look at ongoing and emerging challenges facing our trees and landscapes, from the aftermath of past pests to the threats on the horizon. First, we’ll reflect on the Period...

  • Gardening for Wildlife in an Era of Climate Change

    The evidence is clear: Climate change is here. The effects that scientists have long predicted are occurring and will only intensify in coming years. What does this mean for our native flora and fauna? And what can one homeowner really do to mitigate a global crisis? Trevor Smith will take you pa...

  • The Power of Delegation and Accountability

    In this transformative session, landscape contractors will delve into the pivotal role of delegation and accountability in elevating their business operations. By mastering the art of effective delegation, attendees will learn how to identify tasks that can be delegated, select the right team mem...

  • Building a Culture of Caring Through Safety Leadership

    Safety is the most important aspect of how we care for teammates in our profession. Safety isn't just about following rules and regulations it is about how to recognize and reduce exposures. How leaders treat others has a direct impact on safety within an organization. Building a culture of safet...

  • Cultivating Lower Workers Compensation Costs

    Join Griff MacDonald and Brian MacDonald, two seasoned commercial insurance brokers specializing in the landscaping industry, for an insightful session. This presentation is designed to equip business owners and safety managers with practical knowledge and actionable strategies to manage workers'...

  • Designing a Woodland Garden

    This presentation will explore the key elements of designing a woodland garden by understanding the forest’s three primary layers: the ground plane, middle plane, and overstory/canopy. We will discuss plant selection for each layer, focusing on how to seamlessly incorporate both native and non-na...

  • A Day in the Life of An Arborist

    Trees are valuable assets designed to survive for decades to centuries, depending on species. However, not everything goes according to plan to due to human error. This session will look at preventable tree issues observed by a Consulting Arborist and how to mitigate them, beginning in the nurser...

  • Site Analysis Tools and Technologies

    This seminar will show how to use multiple technologies to collect information and then how to use a CAD program such as Vectorworks to synthesize the data, communicate ideas to customers, and increase construction efficiency. Attendees will learn how the integration of complementary technologies...

  • Employee Appreciation

    Everyone wants to feel appreciated for their efforts, yet managers are frequently finding themselves managing teams that are dealing with high stress, tight budgets, complaining, or general negativity. These issues lead to low morale, sub-par performance, and increased turnover that threatens org...

  • Bringing it Home A World of Garden Travel Inspiration

    Have you ever wondered what it takes to create the world-renowned conservatory displays at Longwood Gardens? Karl Gercens has been involved in the design, installation, and maintenance of Longwood’s glasshouse wonders for half his life. With over 30 countries and 3,000+ gardens visited, he has se...

  • Art of Setting Stone

    The magic of a Japanese Garden is renowned for its beauty, mindfulness and symbolism. Imagine the challenge of creating one in a northern climate – with deeper winter temperatures and less humid summers. When the City of Burlington, Ontario decided to create a Japanese inspired garden in honor of...

  • Glimmer and Wild Places

    As people, as designers, we are all on a journey to find the secret to creating meaning for ourselves, for our clients, for our community. At Virginia Burt Designs, we strive to create a holistic experience of outdoor spaces that can change one from the inside – wilding and re-wilding, glimmer an...

  • Leadership Blindspots

    Join us for a dynamic presentation titled "See What You're Missing? Identifying Leadership Blindspots in Landscape Contracting." This session will help landscape contracting leaders recognize and address common leadership blindspots that can hinder team performance and project success. Through re...

  • Panel: Technology and Construction Scheduling

    Construction scheduling! There has been an explosion of scheduling software improvements in our industry. Please join us for lively conversation on best practices for construction job scheduling, crew scheduling, and engaging your people.

    Though multiple project management software options wil...

  • Perennial Success at Olbrich Botanical Gardens

    At Olbrich Botanical Gardens, a free admission 16-acre public garden in Madison, WI, success is defined by not only creating gorgeous gardens, but also trialing and modeling sustainable techniques. Erin Presley, a horticulturist at Olbrich for 10 years, walks you through a variety of perennial ga...

  • Building An All-Inclusive Company Culture

    In this presentation, landscape professionals will learn how to foster an inclusive company culture that empowers diverse teams, promotes collaboration, and enhances overall workplace satisfaction. For landscape business owners and managers, creating an environment where all employees feel valued...

  • Panel: Growing Great Grasses

    With the increasing popularity of grasses in both formal and naturalistic garden designs, how do we meet the demand and produce great plants? In this interactive panel, we’ll discuss the challenges of ornamental and native species production, what makes a great grass, and spotlight some varieties...

  • Panel: The Next Big Thing

    Plant breeders are constantly on the lookout for new varieties of woodies. While tried-and-trued trees will always have a place in designs, our panel will take you through new selections, what drives sales, and unusual replacements for overused varieties.

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  • Native Plants for the Formal Garden

    How do we incorporate native plants into more formal landscapes? Explore structural well-behaved native plants for sun and shade that offer interesting architecture, distinctive flowers, and host a bevy of beneficial insects.

  • Building and Maintaining the Grand Garden

    Creating a garden to mark the 100th anniversary of an arboretum is a daunting task that takes planning, creativity, generous donors and a construction team that can stay on a tight timeline. The audience will receive an overview of planning, designing, building and maintaining the new Gerard T. D...

  • The Social Impact: Creating Content That Matters

    In this presentation I would cover the essential strategies for creating social media content that resonates and drives results. Learn how to craft impactful posts on Instagram and other platforms while repurposing your best content for maximum exposure. Discover practical techniques to amplify y...