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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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President’s Message............................................................. 4 CEO’s Message................................................................... 6 New Members..................................................................... 7 ALCA Sponsors.................................................................... 7 ALCA Calendar................................................................... 7 ALCA 2016 Excellence Awards......................................... 8-10 ALCA Member Profile: Rodeo Ford....................................... 12 ALCA Member Profile: Rain Bird.......................................... 13 ALCA Member Profile: Cutting Edge Curbing........................ 14 Pearl Scale – One Pest Lurking Under the Thatch.................... 15 ALCA Member Profile: Vista Professional Outdoor Lighting...... 16 A Brilliant Idea................................................................... 17 Four Month Journey of the New Junior Achievement Garden... 18 Retirement Plan Benefit Available to ALCA Members............... 18 ALCA Mixer...................................................................... 19 ALCA Trade Show.............................................................. 20 ACLP Schedule.................................................................. 21 Resource Guide................................................................. 22

2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS President

Robert Clinkenbeard

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Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association

Marty Monroy

Cutting Edge Curbing Sand and Rock

Secretary Kim Kleski

Olsson Associates

Treasurer

Steve Shields

5425 E Bell Road, Suite 105 Scottsdale, Arizona 85254 Phone: 602-626-7091 Fax: 602-626-7590 www.ALCA.org

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Chief Executive Officer Judy Gausman judy@ALCA.org

The ALCA Influence is the official publication of the Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association. ALCA and The ALCA Influence assume no responsibility for the statements or opinions appearing in articles under an author’s name. The services of an attorney or accountant should be sought in legal and tax matters. For editorial information, contact the Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association, 5425 E. Bell Road, Suite 105, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254; telephone, (602) 626-7091; facsimile, (602) 626-7590; e-mail, judy@ALCA.org.

Chapman has been in the commercial truck business for over 30 years, and we’re still family owned and operated. That means you can count on an old-fashioned commitment to quality, service and caring. Things that seem to be missing in business lately. But at Chapman, we’ve always placed a higher value on reputation than on finances. Maybe that’s why we’ve got the highest customer service index in Arizona.

We lease and sell the best commercial vehicles available.

We back them up with the best customer service in the Valley, including dedicated commercial service facilities.

Plus, we respect and appreciate your bottom line, so we make the deal fit. And we do it all with a big smile and a warm handshake. Yes, you can buy or lease a truck anywhere.

But there’s only one Chapman Experience.

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

What is happening in ALCA?

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espite the slightly slow start to 2016 and the interesting, almost distracting political race, the business outlook amongst contractors and general business owners is positive and optimistic.

As we ramp up for the busy season finishing up renovation pruning of shrubs and planning on Robert Clinkenbeard changing out the winter flowers, we also need to ALCA President 2016 think about training our field teams how to be efficient and effective during the summer heat.

ALCA is probably offering more training classes and seminars than it ever has and it is exciting to see that the attendance is high, which is a positive sign of improving the professionalism of our industry.

On a national basis, some of the higher profile landscape companies involved in merger and acquisitions are raising some eyebrows with some interesting decisions being made, high level executives leaving, many of the middle managers leaving due to pay/bonus restrictions, and some of the cost cutting measures coming into place. Hopefully some of this turmoil provides opportunities for the local contractors.

In terms of the ALCA Board, we are actively working on some great activities. These include: 1) Our Trade Show was one of the most successful in history with record attendance and great engagement.

2) We are excited to bring in Bruce Wilson to provide a series of presentations to members. Bruce effectively ran the entire maintenance operation for ValleyCrest back in the day when it was Environmental Industries.

3) The number of members are increasing through larger committee sizes and trying to stay focused on ALCA top five goals for the year.

4) We are formulating the structure of a mentor/navigator program to help new members easily integrate into the association and get maximum value.

5) Our communication committee had its first meeting to strategize a plan for the year to improve our voice to our members and leverage our social media outlets.

6) We are providing safety and landscaping tips for members’ use as well as to share with their customers and community management companies. We are always looking to expand our distribution list.

7) At our monthly mixers, we will provide a short update on some of the activities of the association and board projects.

8) Sustainable Landscape Construction publication (Author Janet Waibel) – Irrigation is the first chapter to be reviewed with other members welcome to attend our committee.

9) Rebranding the ACLP educational program with a new logo.

10) Leveraging our associate members’ resources to share educational links, product information and other knowledge to all members.

11) Increasing our membership through improving outreach to new prospects and focusing on member retention through improved communication, identifying member needs, and generally improving perceived member value.

I look forward to serving you during 2016 and encourage you to join a committee, attend events or volunteer in any way you can. I also encourage you to reach out to me with ways in which the association can best serve you.

Sincerely, Robert Clinkenbeard ALCA President 2016

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CEO’S MESSAGE

Capitalize on Your Strengths

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Judy Gausman ALCA CEO

believe Christopher Columbus, Martin Luther King, Walt Disney, Peyton Manning and Bob Dylan are among some notable individuals who mastered the art of what they do best. Although most of us have not reached the same level of notoriety, we all have our signature strengths and core values that we cherish, act upon and make sacrifices.

I had the privilege to attend the Leaders Forum in February hosted by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) where Professor Risa Mish talked about leadership, persuasion and influence using our own individual signature strengths.

I was asked to choose three characteristics from a list of 100 to describe my core values and see how they relate to the results of my “Strength Finders Assessment.” This test helps you find your preferred way of thinking, feeling and behaving.

It made sense to me to discover which talents that Ashley and Kasey in the ALCA office possessed. So, they too took the exam and we compared all of our results in an effort to work most effectively.

At the bottom of my strengths was “Fixer”. Individuals with the fixer talent can be very good at finding what is wrong in a problem and solving it. This talent can restore things to their normal functioning. I guess I am very fortunate to have Ashley on the ALCA team to help me with my iPhone and computer glitches in which I have no patience.

On a more constructive note, my highest score of “Confidence” means you can trust your ability to manage your life and bring certainty when making decisions. Another signature strength was “Believing”. Individuals with believing talent can have a solid set of core values by which they choose to live.

This can enhance ethical standards and integrity, and when presented with alternative paths will tend to choose the right one.

No surprise to me, Kasey had a high ranking talent with those of a “Presenter”. These individuals have the strength potential to communicate and be heard and find it easy to convert thoughts into words. As ALCA’s Education Coordinator, students and audiences have witnessed Kasey’s ability to explain concepts and use words to inspire action and education.

All too often our natural talents go untapped as we devote more time to fixing our shortcomings rather than developing what we do best. Are you utilizing the strengths of your company’s team and focusing on dominant talents and cultivating them to become strengths?

The talent and strengths ranked test measures the presence of 34 talent themes. I urge you and your key staff to take this free test. Go to freestrengthstest.workuno.com/free-strengthstest.html or email me at Judy@ALCA.org and I am happy to send you the link. Focus on your dominant talents and cultivate them to become strengths.

Respectfully, Judy Gausman, CEO

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ALCA BULLETIN BOARD

New Members Bosse Tools, LLC

Aaron Gagleard 15354 N 83rd Way, Suite 102 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Phone: 480-278-6844 Email: Aaron@bossetools.com Website: www.bossetools.com Profile: Bosse Tools has developed a unique technology which it has implemented via a line of ergonomic shovels that have been proven to reduce injury to the back, wrists, and shoulders. Bosse seeks to reduce the risk of injury in the workplace and ultimately make the back-breaking job of shoveling easier with reduced stress and strain on the user’s body.

City of El Mirage

Wayne Smith 12145 NW Grand Avenue El Mirage, AZ 85335 Phone: 623-876-4237 Email: wsmith@cityofelmirage.org Website: www.cityofelmirage.org Profile: Municipality

Epic Landscape Construction

Rob Davies 1605 West Parkside Lane Phoenix, AZ 85027 Phone: 623-516-9014 Email: rob@epiclandscape.net Website: www.epiclandscape.net Profile: Full service landscape maintenance company serving the multi-family housing, HOA, and commercial sectors. Full in-house landscape construction division, tree trimming division, street and parking lot sweeping division, and power washing.

Green By Design, LLC

Louis Spector 1212 N Westwood Mesa, AZ 85201 Phone: 602-570-2155 Email: Louis@greenbydesignaz.com Website: www.greenbydesignaz.com Profile: Landscape maintenance and tree services specializing in HOAs

Greenstar Eco

Dan Lautenschlager 711 N Golden Key Street, Suite D Gilbert, AZ 85233 Phone: 602-687-4384 Email: dan@greenstar-eco.com Website: www.greenstar-eco.com Profile: We are a residential installation and maintenance company. We also provide commercial maintenance services.

La Primavera Landscaping

Scott Haynes 2010 E 14th Street Tucson, AZ 85719 Phone: 520-722-1831 Email: azdukhunter@yahoo.com Profile: Commercial landscape maintenance and construction

Sonoran Scapes Landscaping, Inc

Matt Bruntmyer P O Box 64119 Tucson, AZ 85728 Phone: 520-326-7209 Email: sonoranscapes@cox.net Website: www.sonoranscapesinc.com Profile: We are a small landscape company hoping to expand our knowledge and grow our company. The majority of our customer base is residential.

TruGreen

Scott Schrader 1155 West 23rd Street, Suite 5A Tempe, AZ 85282 Phone: 480-557-6443 Email: trugreen@integra.net Website: www.trugreen-tempe.com Profile: We provide fertilization, weed control to residential and commercial accounts.

Additionally, we provide tree fertilization, insect and disease control for trees/shrubs.

SunPro Landscaping Services, LLC

Lara Katler 7560 South Willow Drive Tempe, AZ 85283 Phone: 480-897-7319 Email: Lara@sunprollc.com Website: sunprollc.com Profile: Landscape maintenance for commercial and residential properties.

Have been in the industry for 20 years.

Tri-Valley Landscaping, LLC

Dominick DePadre 13866 W Jimmie Kerr Boulevard Casa Grande, AZ 85122 Phone: 520-560-3297 Email: Trivalley.dd@gmail.com Website: www.trivalleylandscapingllc.com Profile: We are a small company that does commercial maintenance as well as residential and commercial construction.

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ALCA Sponsors Platinum Sponsors

Bayer Belgard Hardscapes Cutting Edge Curbing Sand & Rock DIRT Insurance & Risk Management DLC Resources, Inc Evergreen Turf, Inc Ewing Irrigation Products, Inc Horizon Distribution, Inc Hunter Industries / FX Luminaire Rain Bird Corporation Rodeo Ford SiteOne Landscape Supply Southwest Sod, Inc Sunrise Nursery, LLC The Toro Company / Irritrol / Unique Lighting Systems

Gold Sponsors Hill & Usher Insurance & Surety Vista Professional Outdoor Lighting

Silver Sponsors West Coast Turf

Sky Blu Underwood Golf Tournament ALCA Board Planning Meeting ACLP Tree & Shrub Pruning Workshop – ALCA office morning ACLP Tree Planting & Staking – ALCA office afternoon ACLP Tree & Shrub Pruning – ALCA office Phoenix Member Mixer sponsored by Midway Chevrolet ACLP Tree & Shrub Pruning – Tucson Tucson Member Mixer sponsored by Mountain States Wholesale Nursery Memorial Day – ALCA Office closed

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Desert Horticulture Conference – JW Marriott Starr Pass, Tucson ACLP Pesticides & Calibration – ALCA Office morning ACLP Annuals & Perennials ACLP Pesticides & Calibration – ALCA Office Search Engine Optimization & Pay Per Click Workshop – ALCA Office Phoenix Member Mixer sponsored by Biofeed Solutions Basic Irrigation Tech Training – ALCA Office ACLP Pesticides & Calibration – Tucson ALCA Board Meeting

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Independence Day – ALCA Office closed ACLP Safety & Tools – ALCA Office morning ACLP Turf Care & Installation – ALCA Office afternoon ACLP Safety & Tools – ALCA Office Member mixer sponsored by Bayer ACLP Safety & Tools – Tucson How to Grow Your Business Profitably by Bruce Wilson – ALCA Office

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ALCA LANDSCAPING AWARDS

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AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE Sustain Scape LLC Single Family Residential Installation $25k - $50k Thiele Residence The Thiele residence was an over-grown and unmanageable landscape that was transformed into a lush desert oasis. Nestled just below Pinnacle Peak, the house and backyard had great views of the surrounding golf course, mountains and city. Creating a built-in seated fire pit gave the client the opportunity to enjoy the cool evenings and look out to the vast valley lights. Small planting areas were created within the backyard hardscapes to soften the large areas and create a feeling of the desert flowing right into the backyard. In front, the Sustain Scape crew recreated an abandoned water/rock feature to give visitors a more tranquil feeling to the entry of the house. Terraces were also created and colorful planting areas were installed to give visitors or passer-byers a beautiful desert feel.

BlueStar Landscape Model Homes Installation Under $1 Million Trilogy at Vistancia West Model Complex Creating and implementing six unique designs for a model home complex can be a rewarding challenge in itself. They all have a common theme that integrated the indoor living environment with the outdoor space and totally embrace the active adult lifestyle that the builder was targeting. The use of extended patios and outdoor entertaining areas while capitalizing on the views of this spectacular golf course truly incorporated the landscaping into the total living environment.

The modern amenities found in most high-end model homes are enhanced by the integral design of the landscape and hardscapes features. The use of various hardscape surfaces and features really showcases the possibilities of owning a home in this community. Incorporating water and fire features into the designs really finished off the ambiance of each yard.

AWARDS OF DISTINCTION Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc Single Family Residential Installation $25k - $50k The Hutchings Residence Smooth sweeping curves intersect elegantly to create the multiple levels of this lush desert hideaway. Flowing out from the house, this yard draws people into the landscape to enjoy the dynamic panorama of the surrounding desert. An artistic copper bowl pours a soothing veil of water to cool residents by day. By night this same veil of water reflects the ambiance of a playful ribbon of flame dancing through multihued fire glass while the residents relax beneath the dome of twinkling desert stars. Raised behind this intersecting dichotomy of fire and water is a dining patio, lifted to allow dinner guests to revel in the surrounding al fresco atmosphere. A blended planting palette of desert adapted plants and tropical accents provide vibrant color, lush atmosphere, and a congruous blend with the surrounding landscape. All of these elements intertwine, weaving the canvas of this true Sonoran gem.

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ALCA LANDSCAPING AWARDS

AWARDS OF DISTINCTION Landscaping Contractors Single Family Residential Installation $75k - $125k Engle Residence It was a pleasure for Landscaping Contractors to work with the Engle Family by enriching their surroundings to reflect a modern look that brought out the beauty of Camelback Mountain. To stay with the classic design of the home, slump block was utilized in straight lines to complement its unique style. In the front and back of the property, a slump block courtyard was constructed for a private yet open appeal. Accent walls were installed to add visual balance. A concrete path was installed along with twelve custom metal trellises for the path leading to the pool. To enhance the back yard living space, concrete and block were utilized to construct a 20 foot outdoor custom kitchen. As night falls, the FX LED outdoor lighting continues to illuminate the path toward the side gardens, citrus grove, and unique fountain area.

BlueStar Landscape Model Homes Installation Over $1 Million Wickenburg Ranch Model Complex Nestled in the foothills and rolling terrain of Wickenburg off Highway 93 is the Trilogy at Wickenburg Ranch Model Home Complex. With stunning views of the award winning golf course carved meticulously in the natural desert, you can’t help but feel you are a part of nature. Utilizing the terrain where possible to integrate and extend the living space from the house into the yard, capitalized on the natural beauty of the site. Creative water features, fire pits and outdoor entertaining areas integrated with hardscape elements added to the uniqueness of this model home complex. Non-traditional designs and modifications to usual features found in run of the mill model homes really showcased this project. The use of mature plant material and a native plant palette really enhanced the landscapes in and around the homes.

Pascale Land Design Heritage Coby Residence The landscape design process of this home in Silver Leaf began well before completion of the home’s construction. Much consideration had to be given not only to camouflage the water feature and fireplace from the two story neighboring house, but to camouflage the neighboring house as well. The homeowner wanted lush landscaping including boulders and mounding, however, they were only allowed in the private areas, making it difficult to create interest. Also, the homeowners only spend winters in this home, so primarily evergreen and frost resistant plants were chosen. Spring and winter blooming plants were chosen to produce color during their stay. The fireplace and several fire woks were included in the pool area for winter outdoor living. Special attention was given to install sleeving prior to paver patio construction, to provide irrigation and drainage to the many potted plants installed.

HMI Commercial Landscaping Commercial Maintenance Under $25k Maricopa County The xeriscape project at the Sheriff’s headquarters and 911 call center is located at 550 W Jackson, Phoenix, AZ, in the downtown area. The owner is Maricopa County. This project was designed

by Waibel & Associates and installed by ValleyCrest Landscape.

The irrigation system has 30 valves of which 17 valves are pop up heads. 75% of the approximately four acre facility is installed over a parking garage. The soil base is 4 feet in depth which requires regular monitoring of the irrigation system. Many of the cacti and succulent plants are slipper plants, coral aloe, elephant food and gopher plant. Trees include Chilean mesquites along the perimeter areas, along with yew pines and palo blancos. The area has a high concentration of both foot and vehicular traffic.

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ALCA LANDSCAPING AWARDS

2016 Excellence in Landscaping Awards JUDGES AWARDS

Horticulture Unlimited, Inc Single Family Residential Installation $25k - $50k Levenson Residence

JosÊ E Torres/Gardener’s Eden Landscaping Single Family Residential Installation $25-$50k Riley Residence

DTR Landscape Development LLC Commercial Installation $50k - $100k Farmers Market/Culinary Dropout

AAA Landscape Commercial Maintenance Under $25k Ruiz Corp

The Groundskeeper Commercial Maintenance Under $25k Encantada at Dove Mountain

Think Green Inc Single Family Residential Installation $25-$50k Fuller Residence All Year Round Expert Tree & Landscape Management Commercial Maintenance Under $25k Cracker Barrel Old Country Store in Phoenix, AZ

All Year Round Expert Tree & Landscape Management Commercial Maintenance Under $25k Carlyle Condominiums

Think Green Inc Single Family Residential Installation $25-$50k Petti Residence CareScape, Inc Commercial Maintenance Under $25k Park Place

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ALCA MEMBER PROFILE

Rodeo Ford If you are like most landscapers right now, you are setting up for a very busy season ahead.

You’re bidding on business, locking in projects for the coming months and getting things planned out. The more proactive you are, the more money you will make.

Spring is a great time to get on top of things and maybe spend a little money to save a lot.

Ensuring that maintenance and service work is done now on your work vehicles will mean that you can keep them working when the work comes in. Also, with lead times for work trucks getting longer, now is the time to plan for new purchases so that you have the truck when the work needs to start.

Rodeo Ford has been a business partner to landscapers in Arizona for years. My company has been part of the planning cycles of many of our customers and has been able to save them a lot of money. A little advance notice is all we need to make sure that you have the right vehicle available to you when you need it. The best part is that you don’t pay for it until it rolls off the lot.

This is just one way that Rodeo Ford has become a trusted advisor to so many businesses, especially those in landscaping.

We all know that when the peak season comes, all that matters is keeping the work flowing. This means ensuring that you are delivering great customer service on time and on budget. To do this, business managers need to keep the vehicles in top shape and the work crews safe and productive.

Rodeo Ford and the Ford Motor Company have long been innovators with providing superior products and superior service to back them up. To extend this leadership, we are offering customers Ford Telematics, an innovative solution to help landscapers get the most out of their business. It improves worker productivity, safety and reduces operating, maintenance and even insurance costs.

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Here are a few examples: Business managers will know where their work crews are at all times.

If an urgent job comes in, managers will be able to identify the closest team with the right equipment to respond and then dispatch them with directions.

The result is a happy customer and more revenue.

Rodeo Ford also offers the ability to monitor our customers’ fleets for them so that they can focus on their business. If a vehicle’s oil life is getting low or if there is water sensed in the diesel, Rodeo Ford is alerted and proactively schedules preventative maintenance without unnecessary downtime and lost revenue. Catching problems like this early saves a lot! Further, with Ford Telematics, customers have been proven to save thousands per vehicle in operating costs.

Landscaping is not an easy business, let alone one to be financially successful in. Business partners like Rodeo Ford can provide solutions to problems and identify ways to work smarter that weren’t available until now. Most importantly, business partners like Rodeo Ford stand behind you and the products and services that Rodeo Ford provides to you.

I am proud to have had the opportunity to be the trusted partner to so many Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association members. All of us at

Rodeo Ford are inspired by the commitment to service that all of the ALCA members have and we do our best everyday to provide that same level of commitment. We measure ourselves by our ability to support and grow your business, which is why we are continually looking to provide innovative products and services like Ford Telematics.

So much lies ahead for us all in the coming months. As we all prepare for a busy season ahead, just know that Rodeo Ford is proud to be a committed and engaged ALCA member and one that is ready to stand by you to help you grow and manage your business.

Jim Mitchell, Rodeo Ford jim.mitchell@earnhardt.com 623-298-3938

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Rain Bird Want to save up to 30% on your outdoor water use? Sprinkler technology can help make it happen.

Drought and water conservation concerns are common headlines. With new water regulations popping up every day, everyone desires more efficient ways to water our outdoor landscapes. Grass, shrubs, and trees help to keep our property cooler, as well as make them more enjoyable to play in.

There is the push to rip out the grass to save water, but that is not the only path to water conservation. Fortunately irrigation technology has made huge leaps in the past 30 years, allowing us to keep our yards intact. Upgrading your sprinkler nozzles to high-efficiency models is the first step.

When traditional nozzles were originally invented, technology was not as developed as it is today. Consequently nozzles invented in the past few years are significantly more efficient. As such, traditional technology nozzles do not deliver water as evenly as high-efficiency models. Some of the Rotating Nozzles yard may not have enough water, while another portion may be over-watered. In addition, a large portion of water may be lost to evaporation, misting, and over-spray. To compensate, landscapers may increase run-times to ensure even the driest areas have sufficient water. These increased run-times can lead to over-watering, and run-off. While this may be an established method for irrigation, it is an inefficient use of water.

New sprinkler nozzle technology is available that provides a more even coverage of water, has less misting, uses large water droplets for wind resistance, and reduces over-spray. This enables landscapers to have green yards while reducing the amount of water used. High-efficiency sprinkler technology is available in spray and rotating nozzles.

Should I use high-efficiency sprays, or rotating nozzles? This is a good question, and it really depends on your requirements.

• Both sprays and rotating nozzles provide matched precipitation rates and offer even coverage.

• Sprays are lower cost, if cost per nozzle is your primary concern.

• Rotating stream nozzles offer longer distance of throw options.

• Sprays deliver water to your yard faster, and run-times will be shorter.

High-Efficiency Spray Nozzles • Depending on the manufacturer, rotating stream nozzles may be matched precipitation rate with rotors. This enables them to be placed on the same zone.

Irrigation technology continues to evolve, and with Rain Bird’s R-VAN and R-Series rotating nozzles, and HE-VAN spray nozzles, it’s now a lot easier to conserve water while keeping your yard green for you to enjoy.

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Cutting Edge Curbing Cutting Edge Curbing is a landscape material company aimed at providing competitively priced extruded concrete curbing, landscape materials and products for residential and commercial applications while maintaining superior customer service, quality workmanship and long lasting relationships with the landscaping industry, our community and our customers.

We continue to add products and strive to be your one stop shop for landscape materials and supplies. One call is all it takes to order granite, mulch, curbing, sod, block, flagstone and pavers.

We can also take care of any hauling needs you have for job site hauling of material. If you need to pick up material, we are conveniently located off Grand Ave in Glendale, so our friendly staff can load up your materials and supplies quickly and get you on your way in no time. Cutting Edge Curbing Sand and Rock is no longer just a curb company. We are a fully stocked retail yard and a proud distributor for Southwest Sod, Phoenix Pavers, Western Block, AZ Best Block and Biofeed. We carry over forty types of rock, river products, soil mixes and rip rap. If you need your materials delivered, our knowledgeable sales staff will ensure that your order is accurate and our experienced drivers will get your materials to you on time. We are equipped with a certified scale so you can be sure that you are receiving the correct amount of material that you order. If you have not been to the yard lately, come check us out. We have over 120 products on display so if you have some rock that needs to be identified, chances are we have it here. All of our curbing styles and colors are also on display for you to compare. While you’re there pick up your irrigation supplies.

Contractor and landscaper discounts are available as well as volume discounts for material orders over 50 tons. Valley wide delivery is always free on orders of 10 tons or more with no zone minimums to worry about. Same day service is available so if you need something today, don’t hesitate to call and see if we can get you taken care of. Are you tired of paying a crew to wait for the rock to arrive so they can spread it? At Cutting Edge Curbing Sand and Rock, we call you the night before delivery is scheduled to confirm a time window of when we will arrive so you can schedule your crew accordingly. It’s just one more way that we are working to offer our customers the best service in the industry.

Cutting Edge Curbing Sand and Rock offers 14 different styles of curbing to choose from in 16 different Davis colors. We use triple washed sand for a more uniform color and polypropylene fibers to give you the finest quality cement in your concrete border. Rebar is available for installation in curbing when specified by architects or for those

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who are concerned about maintaining the integrity of the extrusion should any large vehicles drive over the curbing. It may be specified when 6×6 or taller curbing is required to hold back an embankment or severe drainage area. We warranty our curbing for one-year against defects in materials and workmanship.

We have new items arriving monthly. Stop in to see why Cutting Edge Curbing Sand and Rock has been helping our customers create curb appeal in the valley for over 15 years. We are located on 67th Avenue on the west side just south of Northern. Our address is 7540 N 67th Ave, Unit A, Glendale, AZ 85301. Tel. 602-353-1020 Fax. 602-353-1027 Web: www.cuttingedgecurbing.com Email: info@cuttingedgecurbing.com Orders: orders@cuttingedgecurbing.com Quotes: quotes@cuttingedgecurbing.com Customer Service is #1 when doing business with Cutting Edge Curbing Sand & Rock!

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Pearl Scale – One Pest Lurking Under the Thatch Article Provided by Kasey Billingsley, ALCA’s Education Coordinator

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ow, that went fast. The fall, winter and spring that is. Now that we are dealing with turf transition, we can start thinking about what comes next for our turf. If you’ve had unidentified turf problems in past years, have you considered looking below ground to see if any pests may be the cause? We asked Gabe Towers, Pro Markets representative with Wilbur Ellis to help us better understand one pest that may be lurking under the thatch: Pearl Scale.

Pearl Scale, or Ground Pearls, are a type of scale insect that live in soil and feed on the roots of Bermudagrass in Arizona. While the life cycle is not very well know, the adults tend to emerge from their characteristic yellow waxy shell (the pearl) in late May to lay eggs for the next generation. Within a few days, the eggs hatch and the nymphs (crawlers) find a grass root, insert their mouth parts, and begin to form their characteristic and protective yellow waxy shell as they feed. The nymphs will not move until the following year, when they will become adults and repeat the cycle.

SYMPTOMS AND IDENTIFICATION

Pearl Scale damage resembles circular patches up to several feet across that expand in diameter year after year. As feeding commences in early June, grass will turn yellow, then brown, thin out, and die. A chlorotic yellow ring often remains on the perimeter of the patch indicating the advancing edge of the insects. Bermudagrass tends to start showing symptoms in late summer/early fall in advance of dormancy. Damage may still be evident in the spring after breaking dormancy.

Since symptoms may resemble a common turf disease called Fairy Ring, proper identification is required in order to make appropriate integrated pest management decisions. To determine if your symptoms are the result of Pearl Scale, simply dig 4-6 inches into the soil with a shovel at the advancing edge of the ring, as well as in an unaffected area.

Earning the name Pearl Scale or Ground Pearls, the insect will show as very small (less than 1/8”) spheres, usually off-white to yellow in color, throughout the soil.

Resembling extended-release fertilizer prills, the insects will be soft to the touch and ‘pop’ easily. Be sure to compare the ‘affected’ sample to the sample from the ‘unaffected’ area.

MANAGEMENT

The best management strategy in desired turf is to optimize turfgrass health. Providing proper irrigation, cultivation, and fertility may mask some of the damage from Pearl Scale. There is some evidence that soil acidifiers (granular sulfur) make the soil environment less desirable to the pearls (or conversely, more desirable to the Bermudagrass), and may reduce symptoms and damage.

Hybrid Bermudagrasses tend to be more susceptible than common or seeded varieties. Conversion or inclusion of more tolerant varieties may help reduce damage.

Since the insects cannot travel far, care must be taken not to facilitate spread of the insects on machinery (aerifiers, shovels) or contaminated sod/soil.

Excavation of infected soil is an option for smaller infected areas, but laborious. Soil must be removed down to 12” and up to 2’ outside the affected areas. Care must be taken to dispose of the soil as to prevent recontamination. Conversion to xeriscape or non-turf landscaping is always an option.

Unfortunately, there are no chemical insecticides that are labeled for Pearl Scale management. Even in research trials comparing several different insecticides, Pearl Scales have proven difficult to control because of their protective waxy shell. Additionally, because they reside so deep in the soil, delivery of chemicals to the correct area is often difficult.

For more information on managing Pearl Scale or any other turf pest, you may contact Wilbur Ellis 480-921-8500.

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Vista Professional Outdoor Lighting Introduction to Basic

What will you learn?

When founder and president Dan Cuñado founded Vista Professional Outdoor Lighting in his garage in 1984, he couldn’t have predicted the company’s success 30 years later. As a child growing up in Cuba, Cuñado always checked products for the small inscription stating where they were made, hoping “Made in America” would be staring back at him. He valued the quality the words embodied and channeled this passion into founding his company.

Today Vista is a leading supplier and innovator in the architectural and landscape lighting industry. For three decades, Vista has designed, manufactured and supplied a wide range of distinctive lighting fixtures, transformers, HID ballasts and accessories for both the low-voltage and line-voltage lighting markets.

HIGH-QUALITY, AMERICAN-MADE PRODUCTS

Vista’s range of designs and finishes are an ideal compliment to residential, commercial, public area, resort and institutional applications. All of Vista’s products are custom built at the company’s Simi Valley, Calif., headquarters and shipped within 24 hours from the receipt of the distributor’s order.

The innovative company has a well-established reputation among lighting designers, engineers, architects, distributors, contractors and property owners for delivering high-quality products and providing outstanding customer support. More than 2,500 distributor locations worldwide stock Vista products and provide local product support.

WHY LANDSCAPE LIGHTING?

Today’s homeowners see their landscape as a source of pride, a refuge for relaxation and a place to enjoy good times with family and friends. Vista products bring these spaces to life after the sun goes down, providing an unmatched aesthetic effect while enhancing: Beautification: Focal points stand out. Textures suddenly become detailed and eye-catching. Architectural and landscape features can be accented and admired even after dark.

Usability: Lighting extends time spent outdoors and allows homeowners to take advantage of pools, patios, play areas and entertainment spaces.

Safety: Illuminating hazards like steps, low-hanging or thorny vegetation and debris in walkways keeps homeowners and visitors safe.

Security: Well-lit homes and landscapes deter potential intruders by eliminating dark and shadowy areas.

Value: Landscape lighting provides excellent return on investment and creates a stunning first impression.

WHY ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING?

The addition of architectural-grade lighting to a project adds a new dimension of beauty, safety, security and usability. Whether the application is commercial, industrial, institutional, or a public area, Vista products can help today’s professional designers deliver on the toughest requirements.

Each Vista architectural-grade fixture is designed for maximum efficiency and easiest ongoing maintenance for the lowest total cost in both installation and everyday use.

Adding architectural lighting can set the mood and enhance an atmosphere, creating a work of art out of a building’s facade. Promote relaxation or energize patrons with subtle or vibrant light. Illuminate plantings, signage, unique architectural features and pathways. Architectural lighting also increases safety and security of a building.

For more information, visit www.vistapro.com or call (800) 766-8478.

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This hands-on workshop will focus on the most common parts of an irrigation system and how they work, how they most often fail, and what to do to solve a problem. You will learn how to use the tools that every irrigation tech should have at hand.

Students will break out into stations for interactive hands-on activities which include the following: Valves DATES TO CHOOSE FROM:  Open a valve and view all parts, put back WHEN: June 24 together

August 26  Demonstrate how to use a multi-meter December 8  Splice wires to a solenoid TIME: 7 am — Noon  Troubleshoot and assemble drip WHERE: ALCA Office Controllers 5425 E Bell Rd #105  Program & Troubleshoot Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Sprinklers COST: $100/ per person  Demonstrate how to adjust gear driven $200/non-member rotor  Use arc diffuser screw to hold nozzle in REGISTER: ALCA.org/calendar place  Replace nozzles Pipe  Glue pipe  Demonstrate compression and slip fix couplings All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion

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A Brilliant Idea Landscape lighting demand continues to grow, offering contractors an additional revenue source

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arlier this year, the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) released the results of a survey that asked its members which residential landscape design elements would be most popular in 2016. Lighting, a top performer in 2015, remained among the three most popular outdoor design elements for this year.

When it’s done right, landscape lighting can spotlight a home’s best architectural features and draw attention to favorite plantings and trees.

Lighting can also improve safety and security by illuminating formerly dark areas and making it easier to traverse stairs and outdoor paths. It’s a relatively simple way to improve the curb appeal of just about any home.

LANDSCAPING + LIGHTING = PROFITS

With demand for residential landscape lighting increasing, it only makes sense that more landscape and irrigation contractors are adding it to their service menus.

“It’s a relatively easy way to make more money from a single job,” says Brian Peace, district sales manager for Vista Professional Outdoor Lighting in Simi Valley, California. “It’s simple to learn, and it doesn’t require any additional licenses. And, because it’s low-voltage, it’s safe as well.”

Along with the ability to earn additional income, offering lighting also gives that contractor a more complete portfolio. If a homeowner wants a landscaping project done, including outdoor lighting, that homeowner is more likely to go with a business that can handle all of his or her needs, not just a few.

GETTING STARTED

While there are some definite dos and don’ts, overall, offering landscape lighting is a relatively simple proposition. Most experienced contractors will have the basic tools they need already on hand. Plus, it doesn’t take a large crew or an investment in additional employees to offer lighting installation.

Peace recommends that a contractor who wants to get into landscape lighting take at least some training before actually performing jobs for customers. Peace’s company, Vista, offers numerous training programs nationwide that include basic lighting installation, estimating, troubleshooting and design assistance. Information about available training is available at Vista’s website, www.vistapro.com.

“A contractor may need to invest six to ten hours of class time to get a basic knowledge of outdoor lighting,” Peace says. “At Vista, we actually go with our students to their first few jobs to assist with the design work, getting the bid, and so on. We do recommend that individuals new to the business also set aside some time to install lighting at their own homes or a friend’s home.”

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When it comes to finding a lighting supplier, most contractors tend to stay local for the sake of convenience. However, the best practice is to get quotes from two to three different distributors to see who offers the best pricing. From there, determine which distributor also has the ultimate combination of product knowledge and experience.

KEYS TO SUCCESS

The most successful outdoor lighting installers know about the latest products and stay up-to-date on the latest installation techniques.

Peace says that if contractors can’t speak to these topics intelligently, they may scare off potential customers.

“People today can go to the internet and find out nearly everything they need to know about a product or service,” Peace says. “Outdoor lighting is no different. Many homeowners will self-educate first, and then they call contractors for bids. I’ve had contractors tell me, ‘I didn’t get the bid, but the clients sure knew a lot about lighting.’ I respond, ‘Would you hire someone for a job who doesn’t know as much as you do?’

“Landscape lighting can be very profitable if they get into it and do it right. Get educated and then experiment with it. It can be an easy money-maker.”

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Four Month Journey of the New Junior Achievement Garden

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RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFIT AVAILABLE TO ALCA MEMBERS!

unior Achievement of Arizona reaches over 97,000 students a year with financial literacy, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship programs. In October 2013 Ewing Irrigation hosted the ALCA mixer at Junior Achievement of Arizona BizTown® (JA) with 100 of its members in attendance. One year later the front garden of JA was in great need of a renovation. The idea ‘bloomed’ as JA Facilities Manager, Ron and Sr. Manager • ALCA has established a 401(k) multiple employer plan, the Arizona Development, Debbee worked together on ideas with the council of Doug Landscape Contractors 401(k) Plan which is available for adoption Donahue from Ewing Irrigation. Ron began the daunting task of removing as a participating employer. the 6 Spanish daggers that had been there for 14 years. Doug reached out to • As a member of ALCA, you benefit from much lower administration a family friend, landscape designer Linda Sloan with Blooming Desert who costs. Many small employers do not participate in 401(k) plans because shared her expertise and donated a professional design. Mike Mackey with of the costs of set up, documents and administration. The savings in Ewing Irrigation jumped on board with the irrigation material donations. being in the ALCA plan versus a stand-alone plan can often be 50-75%.

Judy Gausman, ALCA’s CEO, who had previously toured JA, shared the • The assets of each participating employer’s plan participants are pooled donation request with ALCA members for the garden to become a reality. with other participating employers which creates a larger fund. This Marty Monroy from Cutting Edge Curbing Sand and Rock responded benefits ALCA members because it means lower investment expenses. immediately and donated the granite and boulders. Jean Coté from Mountain • Tax savings for employers and employees – can reduce your tax States Wholesale Nursery donated plant material as well as JA long-term liability. supporter John and Christine Augustine with Desert Tree Farm. Dick Roberts • Flexibility in offering different plan options (hardships or loans for from DTR Landscape Development generously donated the man power in example) within the ALCA plan to meet your company’s needs. order to bring the concept to fruition.

• Open architecture investment platform and institutional share class The installation was scheduled for a day the office was closed in order to means lower fees and better overall investment return to you and your surprise the JA President and his staff. Cutting Edge Curbing delivered the employees. A single grouping of funds is offered by the MEP and is granite and large boulders. Dick Roberts brought 20+ men from his DTR vetted, saving the employer the time and liability of the fund selection Landscape Development crew to work on the installation. and monitoring process.

Upon completion the installation looked simple in appearance although • Local presence means you have someone available to answer questhere was great detail involved. The plants have now doubled in size and tions at any time. will continue to grow as a beautiful ground cover and create a great first Retirement Systems of Arizona is your Third Party Administrator. We impression for the Junior Achievement entryway. The beautiful colorful garknow retirement plans. In fact, it’s all we do. This allows us to focus on den is aesthetically pleasing to our 5,000 guests/23,000 students a year and helping you design a plan that meets your specific goals. We are here to inviting to butterflies, dragonflies, and hummingbirds all as a result of the help you navigate the complexity of qualified plans and simplify your path. tremendous efforts and generous hearts of ALCA members working together Northpointe Financial and long time ALCA Member, Alan Cox is your to support a local non-profit and make an impact on our community.

Financial Advisor. Alan knows investments and financial planning. It is all he does. He is available to help educate you and your employees, help participants select investment allocations and assist with other financial planning needs.

KTRADE is the Recordkeeper of the Arizona Landscape Contractors Association 401(k) Plan. They offer secure and reliable technology and expertly manage all aspects of plan contributions, distributions and other financial activity within the plan.

For more information, contact Debbie Norrell of Retirement Systems of Arizona at 480-739-2374 or by email: dnorrell@retsystemsaz.com.

Or contact Alan Cox of Northpointe Financial at 623-215-7118 or by email: acox@npfin.net.

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Thank you to TMS International for Sponsoring the March ALCA Mixer By: TMS International

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ver notice how some trendy green products are actually simple things our grandparents used? Turns out, what’s old is new again and will continue to grow. The green construction industry is set to exceed $287 billion by 2017. While buzz words like ‘sustainable’ and ‘eco-friendly’ run the risk of being overused, slag has been on the green scene since ancient Roman times. For many years, slag was mainly used as track ballast for the nation’s railroads. As production grew, people discovered different uses for this type of aggregate and slag quickly became known as “the world’s most versatile aggregate.”

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• Track out material for unpaved surfaces • Landfill cover • Embankment protection • Landscape material for walkways, patios and base fill • Agricultural liming agent and soil re-mineralization • Crushed aggregate base course ( meets all MAG requirements ) • And many more Critics question slag’s chemical composition, yet slag has been used as environmental clean-up solutions for acid mines and chemical spills. In fact, the US Green Build Council has approved slag when obtaining LEED credits for new construction.

Using slag saves our natural reserves, reducing our carbon footprint on earth. With a proven record of environmental sustainability, the different ways people use slag will continue to increase as we work to make the world a greener place.

From the buildings in which we live, to the farms that grow our food and the roads that get it to us, steel slag is truly an ancient solution for 21st century success.

For more information on how your company can use slag, please visit www.SlagAz.com or contact Dave Hass at dave@theh2companies.com or call (602) 809-2782.

Don’t forget, TMS International is giving all ALCA members their ‘First Load Free’ so you can experience the many benefits of slag.

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he Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association held its annual Trade Show on Wednesday, February 24th at the PERA Club in Tempe. Nearly 300 members and guests enjoyed food, drinks, fabulous door prizes and fellowship with friends in the landscape industry. Thank you to all of the sponsors who supported this event.

A to Z Equipment Affordable GPS Tracking All Season Wholesale Growers Alliance Designs Products Amerigas Arid Zone Trees Auto Safety House AZ Turf Masters/Synthetic Grass Store Bayer Belgard Hardscapes Berge Ford Bosse Tools, LLC Brilliance LED Cappsure Inc Cox Cactus Farm

Cutting Edge Curbing Sand & Rock Desert Forrest Nursery LLC Desert Tree Farm Ditch Witch of Arizona Diversified Print Solutions Evergreen Turf Ewing Irrigation Fasturtle/Reach Local Federated Insurance Flaska JCB Focus Industries Granite Express Horizon, OPE, Exmark, Golden Eagle Hunter/FX Luminaire Identity Promotional Marketing

LeBaron & Carroll Insurance (DIRT Insurance and Risk Management) Loftin Equipment Matt Muniz Agency American Family Insurance Mesa Community College Midway Chevrolet/Isuzu Mobile Tracking and Consulting Services Northwestern Mutual NPT/Poolcorp Outback Imports - Kanga Phoenix Pavestone/Quikrete Rain Bird

Retirement Systems of Arizona/Northpoint Financial Rodeo Ford SiteOne Landscape Supply Southwest Sod Sprinkler World Sunrise Nursery Toro Company/Irritrol/ Unique Lighting Systems Turf & Sport Urban Cool Inc V & P Nurseries Vermeer Sales Southwest Vista Professional Outdoor Lighting West Coast Turf

ALCA is dedicated to helping landscape contractors by promoting continued education, effective business practices and networking opportunities, and ensuring responsible legislation to continuously improve the landscape industry. ALCA’s professionalism, integrity and moral value are the fabric of this association.

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AZ Certified Landscape Professional Program (ACLP) Workshop

Saturday ALCA Office

Thursday ALCA Office

Saturday Tucson

Tree & Shrub Pruning

May 14

May 12

May 21

7:30 - 11:30 am 7:30 - 11:30 am 7:30 - 11:30 am Instructors

Glenn Fahringer

Tree Planting & Staking

Glenn Fahringer

Shannon Scott

May 12 12:30 - 4:30 pm

Instructor Pesticides & Calibrations

Rick Robinson June 11

June 9 & 16

June 25

7:30 - 11:30 am 7:30 - 11:30 am 7:30 - 11:30 am Instructors Annuals & Perennials

Louis Spector

Louis Spector Jennifer Weber June 9 12:30 - 4:30 pm

Instructor

Nate Wallace

Shannon Scott

ACLP SCHEDULE TREE & SHRUB PRUNING - What will you learn?

• Provide basic plant biology as it pertains to pruning, decay, disease and wound closure • Demonstrate the safe use of basic pruning equipment • Describe the five basic tree pruning types: crown cleaning, thinning, raising, reduction and restoration • Describe & demonstrate shrub renovation and restoration pruning • Explain common pruning mistakes and how to avoid them • You will receive 3 CEU’s for the International Society of Arboriculture TREE PLANTING AND STAKING - What will you learn?

• Tree selection: right tree-right place • How to inspect nursery stock for root and structure • Steps to planting a tree: Blue Stake, soil percolation testing, planting hole, amendments, tree well, irrigation, and surface mulch • Participate in hands-on tree planting demonstration • Demonstrate how to stake a tree: anchor protection, support, tie materials, and alternative staking methods • You may receive 3 CEU’s for the International Society of Arboriculture PESTICIDES & CALIBRATIONS - What will you learn?

• Gather health, safety & pesticide use information from product labels • Mix, load and apply pesticides so that the product is applied correctly and evenly • Reduce the risk of contamination to us, other people, animals and the environment by applying pesticides responsibly • Prevent, recognize & respond to pesticide-related emergencies • Properly calibrate pesticide application equipment • Follow local laws & regulations regarding pesticide application recordkeeping and notification • You will receive 3 CEU’s for your applicator’s license through the Office of Pest Management ANNUALS & PERENNIALS - What will you learn?

• Discuss selection and transportation of annuals • Demonstrate bed preparation for annuals or herbaceous perennials: soil preparation, calculating amendments or mulch needed • Identify the blooming season for common annuals and herbaceous perennials • Demonstrate proper planting techniques • Discuss pre and post irrigation techniques • Discuss flower bed maintenance including irrigation, fertilization, pruning, deadheading, and mulching • Troubleshoot common diseases, insects, and abiotic problems WHERE: • ALCA Office - 5425 E Bell Rd, Ste. 105, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Tucson - Pima Community College, Building CC, Amethyst Community Room located at 1255 N Stone Ave in Tucson, AZ 85709 • COST: $60 for ALCA members / $120 for non-members • CERTIFICATION: Anyone may attend the workshops to increase their knowledge and skills. To become certified, each student must attend the workshops. Participants will be declared an AZ Certified Landscape Professional when he/she receives a minimum score of 70% on each section of the exam.

• REGISTER: www.ALCA.org/calendar • QUESTIONS: Contact the ALCA office at 602-626-7091 or email Kasey@ALCA.org

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RESOURCE GUIDE/AD INDEX CHEMICAL PRODUCTS

Hunter Industries

Desert Forrest Nursery, LLC

Bayer

(858) 535-8000 hunterindustries.com Please see our ad on page...................11

(623) 935-1859 desertforrestnursery.com Please see our ad on page...................13

LANDSCAPE CERTIFICATION TRAINING/ TESTING

POTTERY

Metro Institute

(602) 803-0821 iwpottery.com Please see our ad on page...................16

(800) 331-2867 backedbybayer.com Please see our ad on page.....................2 INSURANCE SERVICES Hill & Usher

(602) 667-1848 trimrisk.com Please see our ad on page...................21

(602) 452-2901 metroinstitute.com Please see our ad on page...................13

Landscape Contractors Insurance Services, Inc.

SiteOne Landscape Supply

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

(800) 628-8735 lcisinc.com Please see our ad on page.....................3

(800) 347-4272 SiteOne.com Please see our ad on page.....................6

LeBaron & Carroll Insurance

LIGHTING

(480) 834-9315 landc.com Please see our ad on page.....................5

Brilliance LED, LLC

IRRIGATION PRODUCTS & SYSTEMS

(800) 867-2108 brillianceled.com Please see our ad on page...................15

DIG Corporation

FX Luminaire

(800) 322-9146 digcorp.com Please see our ad on page...................17

(858) 535-8000 fxl.com Please see our ad on page...................11

Ewing Irrigation

NURSERIES

(800) 343-9464 ewing1.com Please see our ad on page...................23

All Season Wholesale Growers

Horizon

(800) PVCTURF (782-8873) horizononline.com Please see our ad on page.....................4

International Wholesale Pottery

SOD/TURF

Arid Zone Trees

(480) 987-9094 aridzonetrees.com Please see our ad on page...................19

All Season Wholesale Growers............21 Arid Zone Trees...................................19 AZ Big Tree Movers...............................5 Bayer....................................................2 Brilliance LED, LLC..............................15 Chapman Chevrolet & Isuzu...................3

Evergreen Turf, Inc.

Desert Forrest Nursery, LLC................13

(480) 456-1199 evergreenturf.com Please see our ad on page..... Back Cover

DIG Corporation..................................17

West Coast Turf

Ewing Irrigation...................................23

(888) 893-8873 westcoastturf.com Please see our ad on page...................22 SUPPLYING LANDSCAPE PROFESSIONALS Wilbur Ellis

(480) 921-8500 wilburellis.com Please see our ad on page...................19 TREE MOVERS

(602) 276-0230 allseasongrowers.com Please see our ad on page...................21

AD INDEX

Evergreen Turf, Inc................ Back Cover FX Luminaire.......................................11 Hill & Usher.........................................21 Horizon.................................................4 Hunter Industries.................................11 International Wholesale Pottery............16 Landscape Contractors Insurance Services, Inc.........................3

AZ Big Tree Movers

LeBaron & Carroll Insurance..................5

(888) 761-0249 Please see our ad on page.....................5

Metro Institute.....................................13

TRUCKS

SiteOne Landscape Supply....................6

Chapman Chevrolet & Isuzu

West Coast Turf..................................22

(866) 412-2712 chapmanchevrolet.com Please see our ad on page.....................3

Wilbur Ellis..........................................19

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