When we review the results of employee surveys, often, the biggest response is communication around here is not good and I don't feel valued or seen. In this session we will look at the individual people you find on your team, and discuss strategies for knowing them better and understanding that ...

Presented by Christopher Fifo at iLandscape 2026
Perennials have long been a staple part of virtually every landscape. Whether it’s commercial or residential, public or private, landscapers have their tried and true classics for every situation. Commercial office building, grocery store parking l...

Our clients love to have containers filled with flowers on their porches, patios and decks. This talk covers planting strategies for success, plants that provide summer-long color, design tips and maintenance. In addition, we cover how to think about billing for creating and maintaining pots and ...

CodyDaniels
"In this session, we’ll explore proven tax planning strategies tailored for landscape contractors—from choosing the right entity structure and maximizing equipment deductions, to managing seasonal cash flow with the right accounting method. We’ll also cover important federal and state...

If you've ever started the year without a clear plan, or, a plan that lives entirely in your head, then this session is for you. Here's why. You probably intended to build your strategic plan, but you just haven't gotten around to it yet because, well, Q4 is nuts and you're too busy trying to wra...

Unlock the secret to sustainable sales success in the landscaping industry through the power of genuine connection. In this session, Ivy Sagrado shares proven strategies for building trust, nurturing client loyalty, and turning prospects into long-term partners. You’ll discover practical techniqu...

Sometimes a lot of small improvements can make more of an impact to your bottom line than one big change. But how do you know where those improvements lurk and who should be accountable for the results of change? This session will uncover some of the key areas at a company, including indirect tim...

Presented by Tami Wloch at iLandscape 2026
Do you know how to use AI for your business? Tami Wloch, Meta & LinkedIn Advisory Panelist, will teach you easy steps that give YOU the advantage in the marketplace. Learn to use AI for social media, graphics, videos, even SEO. Leave this session with ...

Outdoor fire features continue to evolve from a basic wood fire pit in the backyard. Current trends are showing gas fireplaces and gas fire features as one of the top items asked for by consumers looking to create a unique outdoor living space to enjoy with family and friends. This seminar will f...

Leadership is a dynamic concept that continuously evolves to adapt to changes in society, technology, and culture. Business owners and top-level managers must learn to be agile in how they lead their teams. It is important for owners and managers to understand that you don't have to wait for a mi...

Presented by Peter Laan at iLandscape 2026
When you want to have a successful project and a landscaper or a good and healthy crop as a grower, it all starts in the soil. When you work with the right organic material in the soil, you're feeding soil living, active soil life leads to healthy roots ...

Labels aren’t always crystal clear. In this highly interactive session, we’ll use Poll Everywhere live questions so the room can vote through real label scenarios—site vs. pest listings, ambiguous rate ranges and seasonal caps, split apps, tank mixes and adjuvants, pollinator/drift language, and ...

This presentation showcases Green-Wood Cemetery's comprehensive approach to stormwater management and environmental resilience. Joseph Charap, VP of Landscape, details how this 478-acre National Historic Landmark in Brooklyn transformed a critical flooding challenge into an innovative green infra...

Discover how AI can revolutionize your marketing and business growth. In this forward-thinking session, Ivy Sagrado demonstrates practical AI tools that help landscaping businesses streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance customer engagement. Learn how to generate targeted ad ...

Presented by Kris Bachtell at iLandscape 2026
Structural pruning is a type of pruning that aims to improve the tree’s structure, health, and longevity by favoring a single, dominant leader and reducing the size of competing branches. Structural pruning is typically performed on young to medium-ag...

Growing and installing landscape plants comes with a level of complexity regarding what can go right and what can. We will be exploring substrate and amendment materials and concepts to help your perennials and shrubs thrive during growing and during installation. Provide a deeper understanding o...

When you want to have a successful project and a landscaper or a good and healthy crop as a grower, it all starts in the soil. When you work with the right organic material in the soil, you're feeding soil living, active soil life leads to healthy roots and better uptake of nutrients by plants. T...

This talk looks at design mistakes that are commonly made by landscapers and home gardeners alike. By looking at where things have gone wrong, and sometimes seeing a corrected version through the magic of Photoshop, I explain the reasons why some garden designs look better than others. Learn how ...

Presented by Dan Kittridge at iLandscape 2026
After coining the term Nutrient Density to refer to the variation of nutrient levels in food in 2007, The Bionutrient Food Association (BFA) and the Bionutrient Institute (BI) have been working to raise awareness about this important topic for more th...

Presented by Frank Bourque at iLandscape 2026
The landscaping industry is evolving rapidly, and so are your clients’ expectations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a powerful, accessible tool that can help contractors win more business with less effort. This en...

Presented by Dan Kittridge at iLandscape 2026
Nutrient-dense crops are the byproducts of well-functioning biological systems. This workshop will cover a number of critical environmental conditions and management practices necessary for the production of these more flavorful, aromatic, nutritious,...

Presented by Jens Jensen at iLandscape 2026
Every site tells a story and learning to “read” these narratives is the first, most critical design move when a project touches a natural area. In this session, Jens will walk attendees through the field-to-studio workflow he has refined over 22 years o...

Presented by Aaron Shulz at iLandscape 2026
Correct identification of common tree pests (insects, diseases, and mites) is crucial in developing a successful management strategy. This session will explore how to identify multiple tree pests that we commonly encounter in the field, how to work thro...

Presented by Danny Kerr at iLandscape 2026
When your company grows, and you aren’t on your job site all the time… problems creep in.
First, deadlines get missed. Your staff lacks focus.
Then, quality starts to dip, leaving you to deal with mistakes that shouldn’t have happened.
Petty finger-point...