Esta sesión en español repasará la información contenida en los planos de paisajismo y verificará la información adicional necesaria para completar con éxito la instalación del paisaje. Realizaremos algunos ejercicios durante la sesión para practicar el uso de escalas y medir correctamente las ár...

With a vast world of plants to choose from, how does one narrow the field to make choices that will lead to successful outcomes? This session will examine one potential approach to plant selection — considering related plants within select plant families as a key to organizing choices for develop...

In this presentation, landscape professionals will explore the principles of designing gardens inspired by the timeless beauty and functionality of Mediterranean landscapes. Focused on creating low-input, high-impact gardens, this talk will guide participants in crafting spaces that offer clients...

Jeff Taphouse at iLandscape 2025
As populations in cities grow, natural ground cover is being replaced with impervious surface cover and this in turn is causing an increase in stormwater runoff. The need to successfully manage and mitigate the harmful effects of stormwater runoff is becoming clea...

Panayoti Kelaidis at iLandscape 2025
The Southwest boasts the Lion's share of America's national parks, and the burgeoning Sunbelt has seen an explosion of urban and suburbanization--which has embraced the desert look. Midwesterners love to vacation here--but why not bring some of the sunny flavo...

Heather Prince at iLandscape 2025
Here in the Midwest, winter can feel almost never ending. Creating four-season landscapes is never easy, but perhaps it is most challenging in winter when the color palette shrinks, and the emphasis shifts to form over flower. This is an opportunity to consider p...

Jack de Vroomen and Gert Fortgens at iLandscape 2025
‘Keukenhof Gardens’, also called “The # 1 Showplace for the horticultural industry in the world’, is planted with 7,000,000 flower bulbs annually and attracts 1,500,000 visitors in 7 weeks’ time. The ‘Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum’ historical...

Dr. Jared Barnes at iLandscape 2025
Join Dr. Jared as you journey through some of the most inspiring gardens across the globe. In this talk we weill draw from a rich tapestry of landscapes, design philosophies, and plant palettes. Whether you're a seasoned horticulturist or an enthusiastic beginn...

Dr. Jared Barnes at iLandscape 2025
The South is a rising cultural hub known for its crafts, music, food, and exceptional native plants, y'all. In this presentation Dr. Jared shares insights from his explorations of Southern flora while highlighting their adaptability and ecological benefits. Wit...

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...

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...

“Growth on Purpose” with Vanessa McQuade and Rob Murray, Intrigue Media
This session will introduce the concept of the Growth Triangle. You’ll learn how building a more purpose-driven company will attract the best customers and talent for your business and accelerate your growth.

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'...

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...

Jason Reeves at iLandscape 2025
Whether your garden is in a zero lot line neighborhood, or a sprawling country estate, the odds are you have a space where a straight and narrow plant is desirable. Your options are to either choose plants that are correct for the space or force ones that are not i...

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...

Gert Forgens at iLandscape 2025
In a small country such as The Netherlands (half the size of Illinois with 18,000,000 residents), changes in land use as well as changes in climate create opportunities for other ways of planning a green environment. For example, how to deal with an increase of urb...