Contents SEPTEMBER 2011 VOLUME 35 NUMBER 7 Cover photo courtesy of The Association of Professional Landscape Designers
Departments
Viewpoint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Green Roofs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Industry News: Special Report . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Marketplace. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Ad Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Staying Current . . . . . . . . . . 34
Products
Product Round-up Edgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Features Show Preview 10 GIE+EXPO / GIC / HNA
16 Hardscapes on Display Trends, tips and demonstrations highlight HNA 2011 Landscape Design and Construction
20 Permeable Paver for Parkin Project showcases how clay brick pavers can maximize drainage and aesthetics
24 Plants Register Green at Retail Registers Case Study
26 Soil Science Engineered soil maximizes Georgia Tech campus building and grounds Mower Focus
Commercial Walk-behind Mowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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