Landscape Nevada June 2019

Official Publication of the Nevada Landscape Association | www.nevadanla.com

JUNE 2019

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IN THIS ISSUE...

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A Letter from the President

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s always, I would like to start by thanking all of you for your time and support of the Nevada landscape association! I am pleased to announce that we have Completed the revisions of the NLA Standards for Northern Nevada. I’m very proud to see the standards now up-to-date, reflecting the best known practice of our industry. Big thanks go out to Brian Dean for his determination in getting this done, and Rick Clark and Leslie Lyles for assisting Brian.

As for This year’s charitable event, we are pleased to announce that we have teamed up with “Heroes Remembered”; our blood drive in honor of Pam Bedard will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at the Atlantis resort and casino. Please take time to roll up your sleeves, so we can flood the bank!

Lastly, after such a long hot season, reward your guys and clients with a well deserved pat on the back for all their hard work and determination with a day at the links!

Our fun-filled Golf Tournament will be held on: Friday August 30th At Lakeridge Golf Course 8:30 shotgun Lunch will be provided, as well as some libations.

Sponsorship and raffle prizes are still needed! Please sign up early!

Fairways and Greens,

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NEVADA LANDSCAPE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Gregg Gehlert, President—Signature Landscapes

(775) 870-2932 Mark Thompson, President Elect—Reno Green

(775) 852-8952 Rick Clark, Past President—Omega Environmental Solutions

(775) 376-3334 Pamela Bedard, Director—Affiliate Member

(775) 560-5192

Leon Villegas, Director—Ewing Irrigation and Landscape Supply

(775) 355-9530 Brian Dean, Director—Gail Willey Landscapes

(775) 853-8733 Dani Davis, Director—Reliance Grounds Management

(775) 360-6960 Kurt Dyer, Director—Northern Nevada Pest Control

(775) 857-1245

Gregg Gehlert

LANDSCAPE NEVADA is the official publication of the Nevada Landscape Association, P.O. Box 7431, Reno, NV 89510-7431, phone (775) 673-0404, fax (775) 673-5828, website: www.nevadanla.com, email: info@nevadanla.com.

PRESIDENT, NEVADA LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION

QUESTIONS, COMMENTS & SUBMISSIONS Write to Landscape Nevada at the address above or contact Julia Gardner at info@nevadanla.com or (775) 673-0404.

SPECIAL THANKS Leslie Lyles for newsletter submissions and editing.

On the Cover: There are many varieties of clematis that can add seasonal interest to a garden. Here, spring blooming Clematis "Jackmanii" climbs on a garden fence.

MISSION STATEMENT The Nevada Landscape Association provides leadership by promoting professionalism and integrity within the Green Industry through education, high standards and community involvement. We guide policy and uphold responsible resource management for the beautification and enhancement of our community.

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HEROES REMEMBERED BLOOD DRIVE: SEPTEMBER 11

By Pamela Bedard

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hen we think of Heroes, we think of individuals who have done something extraordinary. However, Heroes don’t have to be big and strong like Superman or Mr. Incredible. Heroes don’t have to die in the field of battle or lay their life down for the safety of others. Heroes can be small and give what they can. A Hero is someone who is admired for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.

A Hero can give something of value to another in order to save lives. Giving blood is a perfect example of this selfless act. I have been the recipient of many blood transfusions over the last 6 months and the individuals that gave away their blood for me to still be part of this great community and with my family, are my Heroes.

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Please support the Nevada Landscape Association in celebrating Heroes on September 11th, 2019 by donating blood.

Donors can donate in the bloodmobile outside the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa from 10 am to 4 pm or at the Reno or Carson City donor centers. Call 775-329-6451 to schedule an appointment or visit bloodhero.com.

July 10 at 12pm- UNCE Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

November 13 at 12pm- UNCE Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

August 10 LIC Mock Test 8am, TMCC, 7000 Dandini Blvd

December 11 at 12pm- UNCE Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

August 14 at 12pm- UNCE Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION

August 16 Trophy Award Entries are Due August 17 at 8am LIC Written Exam Training, Western Nevada Supply, 950 S. Rock Blvd August 23 & 24 at 8am LIC Written Exam & Field Testing, TMCC 7000 Dandini Blvd

GREEN INDUSTRY CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES (GICES)

Tuesdays from Sept. 10 to Oct. 1 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Growing Garlic, Sept. 10 • Fruit Tree Selection, Sept. 17 • Growing in Greenhouses, Sept. 24 • Garden Cleanup and Pest Prevention, Oct. 1

September 11, 10 am - 4pm Heroes Remembered Blood Drive, Atlantis Casino Resort Spa

Trees & Irrigation, Heidi Kratsch with Cooperative Extension, August 13 at 12 noon

September 11 at 12pm- UNCE Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

Turfgrass Disease, Brian Dean with Gail Willey, September 11 at 12 noon

October 9 at 12pm- UNCE Monthly Board of

Tree Identification Presentation and Walk for Arborists with Rod Haulenbeek and Wendy Hanson Mazet (certified arborists): • Fall ID Tree Presentation & Walk: October 9 from 12-3:30 p.m. Presentation at University of Nevada Cooperative Extension on Energy Way and walk at Dick Taylor Memorial Park

October 9 from 12-3:30 pm Fall ID Tree Presentation & Walk Presentation at University of Nevada Cooperative Extension on Energy Way and walk at Dick Taylor Memorial Park November 8 NLA Trophy Awards Banquet, Silver Legacy Casino

Training: Aug. 20-22, Exam: Aug. 23 Contact Jenn Fisher for registration, NLA discounts and more information.

Co-sponsored by Truckee Meadows Water Authority and Nevada Landscape Association.

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4955 Energy Way, Reno (All events are held at our office unless otherwise noted.)

Abiotic & Biotic Disorders, Leslie Lyles with Stewardship Horticultural, July 10 at 12 noon

August 30 NLA Golf Tournament, Lakeridge

Soil Health: Effects of Conversion Practices on Soil Properties, Chris Savastio with NRCS, December 11 at 12 noon

GROW YOUR OWN, NEVADA!

Contact Jenn Fisher at 775-336-0249 or fisherj@ unce.unr.edu for more information on upcoming classes or events.

For Cooperative Extension classes, persons in need of special accommodations or assistance must notify Jenn Fisher at 775-336-0249 or fisherj@ unce.unr.edu at least three days prior to the scheduled class.

Insect Pests with Jeff Knight, State Entomologist with NDA (only 20 slots available), November 13 at 12 noon

Landscape workers are not the only ones who can get heat stress! Drip irrigation systems need to be installed and scheduled properly to ensure the health of landscape plants. Remember: 3 Place emitters near the edge of the rootball, not at the trunk, for newly installed plants 3 Take advantage of time clock features to separate and efficiently water spray and drip zones 3 Drip systems work best when scheduled for longer watering times, less often 3 Adjust watering times as temperatures rise

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QWEL UPDATE: The next QWEL training and certification program will be in mid August 2019 (See the Calendar of Events in this issue).

Some of our recently certified professionals will be teaching segments of the upcoming training. You can learn more about QWEL, and see local QWEL certified pros for hire, at www.QWEL.net.

The professionals who chose to be QWEL-certified ‘pros for hire’ were added to an online database on the QWEL website, where homeowners and companies can find them. Thanks to the Nevada Landscape Association and Truckee Meadows Water Authority for partnering with us on this program. Also, thanks to Western Nevada Supply, Signature Landscapes, Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply, and Rainbird for donating supplies.

Congratulations QWEL-certified pros: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Alyssa Buchanan Asa Kennedy Aurora Marin, Signature Landscapes Brent Blumenthal Brian Corcoran, Signature Landscapes Chuck Swegles, Truckee Meadows Water Authority Clint Ricketts, Legends Landscaping Dhurba Neupane, UNR Researcher Diane Garland, Heirloom Gardens Frankie Arrington, Moana Nursery Gary Walker Glenn Slingland, Irrigation Retiree Gregg Gehlert, Signature Landscapes Jason Ahles, City of Reno Parks Maintenance Jennifer Cressy, South Tahoe Public Utility District Joel Wickman Jon Cady, UNR Facilities

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Josh Hargrove, Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Josiah Gookins, Cory’s Lawn Service Laine Christman, Truckee Meadows Water Authority Leon Villegas, Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply Marnie Brenan Mark Thompson, Reno Green Landscaping Melinda Gustin, Gustin & Associates, Inc. Michele Ford, Conscious Greenscape Michelle Cartnick, Moana Nursery Robert Gamboa, Signature Landscapes Scott Collins Tyler Ode, Heirloom Gardens

New Benefit of Membership to the Nevada Landscape Association: The Nevada Landscape Association has obtained 501c(3) status. Now, every dollar that you spend with the NLA is considered a donation and is tax deductible. The number is C7527-1990. Please see the list of other benefits that the NLA offers: • Access to NLA mailing list (members and non-members) • Advertise in the Landscape Nevada newsletter at a discount • Educational seminars at discounted rates throughout the year for you and your employees • Free green industry Trade Show (Exhibit at a discounted rate) • Involvement and recognition in community projects • Proactive representation on city, county, state, and legislative issues of concern to the Green Industry • Promotional materials (decals / advertising logos/education brochures) free of charge • Funding of important industry research • Recognition within the industry and community as a qualified professional • Subscription to Landscape Nevada newsletter • Maintenance and Installation Specifications Standards free to members • Best Management Practices free to members • Spanish Landscape Phrase Book available to members • Members are regularly recommended to homeowners, apartment & homeowner associations 6

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Know the signs of heat stress

By Jenn Fisher, Commercial Horticulture Program Coordinator, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension

Before we know it, the 100-degree days of summer will be upon us, and that means the risks of heat-related illness will increase.

Landscapers and other outdoor workers are most susceptible to heat-related illnesses because they do strenuous work in mostly direct sunlight. Though heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, are some of the deadliest weather-related illnesses, they are avoidable, identifiable and treatable.

There are steps you can take to reduce your risk of heat stress. Here in Nevada, we go from winter to summer without much warning, so our bodies do not have adequate time to adjust to the temperature changes and our increased workload.

To minimize your risk of illness, take some time to ease into the heat and workload. Allow your body time to adjust to your working environment by doing light duty for only two hours a day in the heat for several days. Gradually increase your workload for at least seven days. This may be hard to do while on the job, so you can try doing this at home by working in your own yard.

If you are working with pesticides, remember that wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) increases your risk of heat stress by limiting your body’s ability to naturally cool itself. Pesticides should only be applied when temperatures are under 80 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent volatilization. Considering application time of the day and temperature for your own health is equally important. Apply pesticides early in morning to reduce your risk.

Throughout the season, take regular breaks in a shaded area,

and drink plenty of water to rehydrate yourself. Move to a location with fans or ventilation systems, if available. You are more likely to develop heat stress while working upright than when you are driving a vehicle. When driving from location to location, use the air conditioning to cool yourself and your crew before beginning another job.

You (or your coworker) may be experiencing heat stress if you begin to feel weak; have a headache, nausea or chills; feel dizzy or faint; lose coordination; have severe thirst or dry mouth; or have altered behavior such as confusion, slurred speech or irrational attitude. Get medical attention right away.

While you are waiting for help, get the affected person into a shaded or cool area. Have them rest on their back with their legs elevated higher than heart level. Bring down their body temperature with cool water. Remove any PPE or other outer clothing that may be restricting their ability to sweat. Have the affected person drink cool water, if conscious.

Be on the lookout for employees and coworkers who may be exhibiting the symptoms of these heat-related illnesses. If someone on your crew is experiencing a heat-related illness, take action right away!

Jenn Fisher is the Commercial Horticulture Program Coordinator with University of Nevada Cooperative Extension in Washoe County. Want to learn more about education opportunities at Cooperative Extension?

Contact Jenn Fisher at fisherj@unce.unr.edu or 775-336-0249.

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NEVADA LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION

Golf Tournament HOLE SPONSOR $100 Includes Tee Box Signage with your company logo. Submit a vector file in a PDF format to Steve at Nevada Blue, steve@nvblue.com. Small games permitted, feel free to get creative!

DRIVING RANGE OR PUTTING GREEN SPONSOR $100 Includes Driving Range or Putting Green Signage with your company logo. Submit your logo using a vector file in a PDF format to Steve at Nevada Blue, steve@nvblue.com. Opportunity to give golfers gift bags.

LUNCH SPONSOR $750 Includes recognition of your company after tournament and gazebo signage with your company logo.

Submit a vector file in a PDF format to Steve at Nevada Blue, steve@nvblue.com

DRINK CART SPONSOR $500 (2 NEEDED) Includes recognition of your company after tournament and gazebo signage with your company logo.

Submit a vector file in a PDF format to Steve at Nevada Blue, steve@nvblue.com

RAFFLE PRIZES We will be selling raffle tickets. Anything donated will be announced with your company name and sponsorship.

You pick the raffle prize big or small. Items will be collected before tournament. List items to be raffled:

DRINK CART SPONSOR $500

INDIVIDUAL PLAYER $150

RAFFLE DONATION

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DRIVING RANGE / PUTTING GREEN / HOLE $100

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DOLLAR SPOT DISEASE IN TURF by Brian S. Dean • Dollar spot looks like drought stress (lack of water).

• Grass blade tips look bleached or straw colored.

• Turf under stress is more susceptible to infection.

• Proper lawn management, such as aeration, proper watering, mowing, and fertilization will reduce disease.

Symptoms Small areas in turf become yellow with individual grass blades turning straw colored.

These areas are mistaken for water stress. Upon close inspection of the grass blade, tips and middle parts appear bleached often with a brown to purple band where the green and white areas meet. When the turf is wet from early morning dew, a cobweb like mass of fungal growth may be present. As the grass dries the fungus disappears.

Conditions Promoting Disease Turf under stress such as drought, low fertility, improper mowing (too often, too short, and dull mower blades) and high salt levels are most susceptible. When long periods of continuous moisture (14-16 hours) within and foliar canopy exist, disease outbreaks may be severe and spread is very rapid. Heavy thatch layers also promote disease due to the inability of water, oxygen and nitrogen to reach the roots.

Disease Management Proper management is the key to prevent and control the disease. Aeration, fertilization with nitrogen, cutting grass at 2-1/2 to 3 inches with sharp mower blades, and especially proper watering are essential to keep the disease at bay. Proper watering includes: irrigate infrequently (2 to 3 days a week) and deeply (6 to 8 inch soil depth), be sure to allow the grass to dry out at least an hour before sun down and one hour before watering in the morning.

Turf looks like drought stress.

Grass blades look bleached white.

Notice brown to purple band dividing white and green areas.

BOARD MEMBER

Profiles

Mark Thompson has been working in the green industry for over twenty years and has worked in all aspects of landscaping, from maintenance to installation.

Mark was brought in from California by Reno Green Landscaping as an Irrigation Specialist, where one of his job duties is to provide upgrades and uniformity suggestions for the companies residential and commercial properties. With a large part of his experience coming from working in California, he is very used to dealing with limited watering windows and elimination of water waste. Mark also handles all of the new maintenance requests that come into the company. Mark is one of the first technicians to become QWEL certified in Nevada and will be an instructor for the program moving forward. When Mark isn’t working he enjoys hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking, and raising ‘lap goats’ with his wife Janene.

Mark has been on the NLA board since 2018 and is our 2020 president elect.

Rick Clark has worked in the Green Industry since 1975, starting when he was in High School and becoming a Landscape Contractor in 1988. Rick has always been highly involved with the Community, he served on the Reno Urban Forestry Commission for 4 years; while he was chairman, the commission received Congressional recognition. Today he serves on the Nevada Landscape Association where he has been a Director for 13 years and is our current Past President.

Rick was instrumental in creating the LIC program (Today there are more than 80 Landscape Industry Certified Technicians in Nevada). In 2005 Rick was the committee chair for helping the Nevada State Contractors Board revise the C -10 Landscape Contractor definition and re write the exam for this classification, a process that took two and a half years. For his efforts in serving the Green industry, Rick received the NLA’s Education Award in 2002, 2006, and 2015 and the NLA’s Lifetime achievement Award in 2015.

Rick is the owner of Omega Landscape Solutions, LLC, a company whose motto is “Good things are about to happen!”.

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Pesticide Drift Prevention:

Protecting Human Health and the Environment

By Bret Allen, ES IV, NDA

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uring my time with the Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA), I have investigated numerous pesticide drift complaints that either affected human health or the environment. In every single situation, drift could have been prevented! It is important to note that controlling pesticide drift (the airborne movement of pesticide spray droplets, vapor or dusts from the application site) is the responsibility of the applicator.

During a field inspection, a pesticide operator once asked me, “is it too windy to spray?” I admire him for pausing and allowing sound judgement to overcome his single-minded focus on the job at hand. However, it is reasonable to assume that the operator will be alone during future applications under similar circumstances. The subsequent thought should be, if confronted with the same situation, is “yes, it is too windy to spray.”

During this inspection, we looked at the label together. Uncommonly, drift potential and/or wind speed was not addressed on that particular label. If an applicator runs into this issue, an appropriate safety practice would be to postpone spray operations if winds exceed 10 mph.

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Why the interest in managing pesticide drift? Drift can contaminate drinking water, affect sensitive wildlife species, damage neighboring crops and make people sick. Remember, pesticide drift is the responsibility of the applicator; let’s look at some factors that the applicator can and cannot control.

Obviously, humans cannot control the weather. The potential for pesticide drift increases with escalating wind speed.

However, factors such as droplet size and boom height can help to reduce the chance of drift. The operator should routinely inspect their application equipment; especially nozzles. A partially plugged nozzle might create fine droplets which increase the possibility of drift. Nozzle placement is also important. The higher the nozzle is above the crop or target pest, the greater change of drift.

Wind direction is another factor that should always be considered. Know the location of sensitive areas. In other words, be aware of your surroundings! An applicator should avoid spraying when winds are blowing toward a sensitive area; especially if unprotected persons or animals are present. Examples

of sensitive areas include schools, wildlife habitats, nursing homes, hospitals and neighboring yards/gardens where desirable vegetation exists. Spray when the breeze is gentle, steady, and blowing away from sensitive areas.

Light winds (0-3 mph) are unpredictable and variable in direction. Drift potential is lowest at wind speeds between 3 and 8 mph. Be especially careful near sunset and an hour or so after sunrise; winds can be erratic and unpredictable during these times. Check wind speed and direction prior to your spray job! Rather than throwing blades of grass into the air like a punt returner checking field conditions, take advantage of today’s technology (wind meters, temperature gauges, etc.) to accurately determine if conditions are favorable for applying pesticides! Dead calm conditions are never recommended and may indicate the presence of a temperature inversion.

Speaking of temperature, be aware that vapor drift may also be a concern, especially if temperatures exceed 85˚ Fahrenheit. Once introduced into the environment, pesticide spray droplets can volatilize and be suspended in air samples, only to be redeposited later in a non-target site when temperatures cool down. The potential for harm is as great as if pesticides are moved off site by wind.

Some pesticide labels require the applicator to create buffer zones. A buffer zone is an area where pesticides are not directly applied; therefore, providing protection to a defined area. Buffer zones, recommended even if not specified on the label, are usually adjacent to sensitive or protected areas (established by local, state, or federal regulations). For example, the U.S. EPA reinstated streamside pesticide exclusion zones in order to help protect endangered or threatened salmon in the Pacific Northwest.

It is very important that pesticide applicators eliminate “tunnel vision,” and do not fall into the trap of “needing to spray right now.” It is uncomfortable being in a situation when an adverse effect occurs, and then thinking, “if only I…” That thought can be avoided by considering factors such as wind, temperature, buffer zones and routine equipment maintenance. By using common sense and practical knowledge, an applicator has the power to use pesticides safely and protect human health and the environment from drift.

“Drift can contaminate drinking water, affect sensitive wildlife species, damage neighboring crops and make people sick.”

Bret Allen has worked in NDA’s Environmental Services Program for over four years. Environmental Services staff conducts ground and surface water monitoring for pesticides, manages NDA’s pesticide waste disposal program and overlooks pesticide certification. He has a Bachelor of Science in Forest and Rangeland Management.

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WESTERN TURF & HARDSCAPES

SOIL TECH

465 Tacchino St, Reno, NV 89512 Phone: 775-356-TURF (356-8873) Fax: 775-355-5588 Email: info@westernturf.com Western Turf and Hardscapes began in 1978 when the Fahnestock family took the opportunity to start their own sod farm in Winnemucca, Nevada. Previously, they had established themselves in the restaurant industry, earning numerous industry and civic awards in the southern California region.

After Winnemucca, the Fahnestocks moved operations to Dayton, Nevada in 1983 and then to Palomino Valley in 1986, where the Western Turf and Hardscapes farm is today.

Current owner Harry Fahnestock joined the family in 1981, driving a delivery truck and assisting with the growing, harvesting, and sale of turf. He also managed all equipment maintenance and repairs while helping his mother and father in the office with invoicing, daily receipts and cost accounting. This would prepare him for when his father inevitably retired and handed Harry the reins to the business.

Since then, Western Turf & Hardscapes has continued to grow into both an industry and community leader, farming over 400 acres annually and doing their part to enforce water conservation. Western Turf & Hardscapes continues to be a family owned and operated business to this day, as it remains a core pillar in the company’s business model.

2090 Kleppe Ln, Sparks, NV 89431 Phone: 775-324-5547 Soil-Tech is the premier habitat restoration provider in the Mojave Desert, and a leader in developing products and services designed to balance development with the natural environment In 1990, Las Vegas-based Soil-Tech saw the need for construction and development industries to start doing their part to preserve and restore the natural beauty of the Mojave Desert. Since that time, Soil-Tech has expanded its scope of services to support restoration projects across the Western U.S. Soil-Tech is the largest Mojave Desert restoration contractor in the world, and continues to apply its expertise in restoring native environments to Sonoran Desert, Great Basin, Sierra Mountain, and other habitats.

With the goal of “Balancing Construction with Nature”, the company boasts advanced techniques in soil stabilization, water conservation, erosion control, revegetation, hydroseeding, fencing and other restoration focused services. A pioneer in the green movement (before it was even much of a movement), SoilTech has been instrumental in helping Clark County companies stay in compliance with EPA air quality regulations by providing ecologically friendly development alternatives.

Soil-Tech supports a variety of industries in their efforts to mitigate damage to the environment. Companies in residential development, golf course development, mining, pipeline construction, transmission line construction, alternative energy, oil & gas, highway construction, and federal, state, and local agencies all rely on Soil-Tech to protect and restore the native environment.

COX CACTUS FARM 34623 N 7th Ave Phoenix, Arizona 85086 Frank 480-721-0382 Cody 480-751-9344 Amy 480-772-0991 Fax 480-336-2933 We pride ourselves on having one of the Valley’s broadest availabilities of cacti, agaves, aloes, and euphorbias from one gallon to large specimen. We also grow shrubs and even broker to ensure every need is met with our unsurpassed customer service. We are very friendly, hard working people so just call us! We can send you our availability and any pictures you might need. We are wholesale only and not open to the public.

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Offering the industry’s most comprehensive selection of landscape and irrigation supplies, Horizon is the one stop shop for over 27,000 green industry professionals. We carry professional-grade products in irrigation & drainage, landscape, safety, lighting, outdoor living, outdoor power equipment and equipment parts & service.

Visit us online or stop in to your local Horizon store.

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MON-FRI: 7AM - 5PM SAT: 8AM - NOON 2050 KLEPPE LANE SPARKS, NEVADA LOCALLY OWNED SINCE 1979

Golf Tournament

Kick off your Labor Day Weekend Friday, Aug. 30th, 2019 at Lakeridge Golf Course. Tournament fee is $150 for a single player, $275 for twosomes and $500 for foursomes. Lunch will be included.

Scramble start begins at 8:30am.

Congratulations to Signature Landscapes and All Season Lawn & Landscaping for tying for 1st place last year! Will your company’s name be on this year’s trophy? Sponsorships and Donations will be recognized, please help support the NLA in our only fund raising event.

Lakeridge Golf Course is located at 1218 Golf Club Drive, Reno, NV 89519.

Call 775-673-0404 for info, or Sign up online, www.nevadanla.com Please sign up by August 23rd, 2019.

775.324.2772

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Nevada Landscape Association

P.O. Box 7431 Reno, NV 89510-7431

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