Transforming grass into a thriving garden takes more than just planting fruits and vegetables. Grass to Garden provides practical guidance for professionals that manage parks or other municipal green spaces. Learn how to assess potential sites, develop garden policies, and engage community partners to create and maintain a successful community growing space. This four-part series…Read more about Grass to Garden: From Public Green Space to Community Resource[Read More]
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The 2026 Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day, hosted by the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation and Purdue University, took place on July 21 at the W.H. Daniel Turfgrass Research and Diagnostic Center in West Lafayette. A near-record crowd of 486 attendees traveled from 15 states to be there, a reach that shows how far the…Read more about Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day 2026 Recap and a Look Ahead to 2027[Read More]
The Green Industry offers exciting opportunities for young professionals who are passionate about plants, people, and the environment. Whether you work in landscape management, nursery production, turfgrass management, arboriculture, garden centers, or another horticulture-related field, the first years of your career can shape your future success. Join the Young Professionals of the Green Industry webinar…Read more about Young Professionals Webinar: Growing Careers in the Green Industry[Read More]
Registration is open for the 2026 Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day! The lineup for landscapers and arborists can’t be missed this year! In addition to morning and afternoon presentations, there is a trade show and a catered lunch that is included with your registration. The morning sessions for landscapers and arborists include: Mushrooms and…Read more about Field Day Registration Now Open![Read More]
Join Dean Ricci, owner of Ricci’s Landscape Management, Inc. of Hebron, IN, for a free webinar as he details his company’s vast library of SOP’s that have been developed over the years. This presentation focuses on how clear, well-designed procedures can improve efficiency, consistency, and team performance. This presentation guides participants through the process of creating practical…Read more about Building Strong Operations: Developing Standard Operating Procedures for Green Industry Businesses[Read More]
Emerald Ash Borer Awareness week is taking place this year from May 17th to the 23rd, so it’s a great time to revisit one of Indiana’s most notorious invasive pests. One can walk through state parks and natural areas to find skeletal ash tree husks standing testament to emerald ash borer’s impact on the Hoosier…Read more about Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week is Coming Soon![Read More]
As we step into a new year, the Purdue Landscape Report team is excited to welcome you to the first newsletter of 2026. Whether you are a long-time reader, a landscape professional, an arborist, a nursery grower, or a homeowner invested in the health and beauty of your landscape, we’re glad you’re here. Each year…Read more about Welcome to the 2026 Purdue Landscape Report[Read More]
The 2026 Indiana Green Expo (IGE), held February 9–11 at the Indiana Convention Center, marked another highly successful year for one of the Midwest’s leading educational and networking events for turfgrass, landscape, nursery, and green industry professionals. The Expo drew 1,412 attendees and hosted 113 exhibiting companies, reinforcing its role as a premier regional hub…Read more about 2026 Indiana Green Expo Delivers Strong Educational Impact, Industry Engagement, and Measurable Value[Read More]
The Indiana Green Expo is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive Green Industry educational conference and trade show serving Indiana and the Midwest. The Indiana Nursery & Landscape Association and the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation sponsor the 2026 Indiana Green Expo (IGE). Unlike some for-profit trade shows, all proceeds from the IGE are used directly to better our…Read more about Indiana Green Expo February 9-11, 2026[Read More]
On September 20, 2025 students from Purdue University’s Field Production of Horticultural Crops and Landscape Contracting and Management classes participated in a day-long field trip exploring several key horticultural sites in central and southern Indiana. The courses, both part of Purdue’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, provide students with practical exposure to commercial horticultural…Read more about Purdue Horticulture Students Tour Southern Indiana Green Industry Operations[Read More]
Join the Purdue Turf and Landscape Seminar in Person or Virtual – November 19–20, 2025! Advance your expertise, earn pesticide credits, and connect with top Green Industry professionals at this two-day in-person and virtual, live event in West Lafayette, Indiana. Elevate Your Turf and Landscape Game The 2025 Turf and Landscape Seminar, hosted by the…Read more about Purdue Turf and Landscape Seminar: Don’t miss the opportunity to attend in-person or virtual![Read More]
Join the Women of the Green Industry for an expert-led hike through wetlands, oak savannas, and dunes on Lake Michigan. The hike will begin at 10:00 am (Central) on September 21st, 2025. Everyone is invited, and there is no cost to attend this educational and networking opportunity! If you have questions, email Pedra Sage at…Read more about Join the Women of the Green Industry for a Cowles Bog Trail Hike in the Beautiful Sand Dunes on Lake Michigan[Read More]
Having a healthy tree canopy around your home and throughout your community is something that benefits all. Ask most elementary students what trees do for us, and they will almost always come up with answers like clean air and shade, but they do so much more for us. Trees not only provide oxygen, but they…Read more about International Society of Arboriculture Find an Arborist Tool Update For Both Tree Owners/Managers and ISA Certified Arborists[Read More]
Register now for the Indiana Invasive Species Conference! September 4-5 at the South Shore Indiana Welcome Center-Hammond, IN Early bird registration ends July 20th Registration fees: Early bird registration: $80 per person (until July 20th) General registration: $95 per person (July 21st – August 15th) Student research poster presenters: $50 (Interested in presenting a poster? Contact…Read more about Register now for the Indiana Invasive Species Conference[Read More]
The 2025 Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day took place on July 8 at the W.H. Daniel Turfgrass Research and Diagnostic Center in West Lafayette, drawing professionals from across Indiana and the Midwest. In addition to the 350 attendees, there were 30 exhibitors featured in the trade show. The event began in the morning with…Read more about Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day Recap: Don’t miss this event in 2026![Read More]
Schneider Nursery is hosting the “Women of the Green Industry” on Thursday, June 19th from 12pm-3 pm. Join the Schneider family and staff for a light lunch, tour of the greenhouse and retail center, and a tour of the growing fields. Hear a brief history of Schneider Nursery from family members while enjoying time with your…Read more about Women of the Green Industry Nursery Tour to Be Held at Schneider Nursery[Read More]
The Purdue Horticulture Society embarked on the annual spring trip on March 28-30. This year the club picked Louisville to explore a botanical garden and arboretum. This annual trip provided members with an opportunity to expand their knowledge of horticulture and appreciate the beauty of diverse plant collections. On March 29, the group visited the…Read more about Purdue Horticulture Society Explores Louisville’s Botanical Scene[Read More]
Welcome to the 2025 Purdue Landscape Report! As we embark on a new growing season, our team is committed to providing you with timely, science-based information to support the health and beauty of landscapes across the Midwest. Throughout the season, we will deliver bi-weekly newsletters featuring articles from Purdue faculty and staff across many disciplines….Read more about Welcome to the 2025 Purdue Landscape Report[Read More]
The Indiana Green Expo (IGE), held from February 10 to 12 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, attracted 1,636 attendees and featured 108 exhibiting companies in the trade show. Organized by the Indiana Nursery and Landscape Association (INLA) and the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation (MRTF), the event offered a comprehensive blend of educational sessions…Read more about Another Successful Indiana Green Expo in the Books[Read More]
The 2024 Purdue Turf and Landscape Seminar will be held on November 20th and 21st at the W.H. Daniel Turfgrass Research and Diagnostic Center in West Lafayette, IN. This event is designed for intermediate and advanced turf and landscape professionals, providing them with the latest technology for managing turf and landscape systems, and to…Read more about Don’t Miss the 2024 Purdue Turf and Landscape Seminar[Read More]
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