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MARCH 2013 TotalLandscapeCare.com Growing Trends New plant varieties take root in 2013 page 24 How To Market Your Business Using Social Media page 19 4 Mower Maintenance Tips page 45 TLC0313_Cover.indd 1 2/26/13 1:39 PM

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• Cover Story: Plant Trends for 2013: Find new varieties for your planting projects .
• Business Bests: Jump on the Social Media Band Wagon- 5 ways to market your business and connect with customers.
• Equipment Matters: Cut Back on Down Time: Enhance the life of your mower with these maintenance tips.
• Breaking Ground: Time to Socialize: Use the Internet advancements to your benefit.
• Editors Picks: Make your workday a little easier with these new products.
• Safety Watch: Chainsaw Kickback: Keep both hands on this hand-held machine.
• Landscaper of the Year Finalist: Quick Learning Curve: At a young, Michael McAfee establishes his commercial landscaping services as a thriving business.
• Chemical Care: Lights Out for Mole Crickets: Methods for controlling these Coastal Plain pests.
• Featured: Product Section: Lawn Maintenance- Equipment and products to keep the lawn looking its best year round.
• Portfolio: Crystal-Clear View: Homeowners can enjoy the view of this hardscape project from afar.