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JUNE 2012 TotalLandscapeCare.net Chicago's plan to mitigate effects with landscaping page 30 Climate Change Chicago City Hall green roof project Low Cab Forward Trucks: Time to Trade Up? page 11 Best Ways to Add Hardscaping Services page 18

• Cover
• Business Bests: Make a Paverable Move-Hardscaping services provide a stepping-stone to better profitability.
• Cover Story: Landscaping for Climate Change -From plants to pavement, Chicago officials are considering how to adapt. You should, too.
• Foliage: Plants for Waterscapes- Bring your projects to life with plants that add a natural touch.
• Landscaper of the Year Finalist: Simple Philosophy Pays- Anthony Gastols focus on employees, customers and a go-slow approach to expansion has put his business in front of the competition.
• Editors Note: Kudos & Changes- Moving full steam ahead after awards, goodbyes.
• Editors Picks: Install a simple water feature and cut back on lawn maintenance with these new products.
• Equipment Matters: High Notes for Low Cab Forward Trucks- If youre considering changing your tune for trucking needs, here are pros and cons of the most popular alternatives.
• Safety Watch: Heat Exhaustion- Avoid potentially fatal situations by staying hydrated, dressing appropriately and knowing the symptoms of heat-related illness.
• Field Report: News, Trends, Cool Stuff- Tree trivia, turf coverage and flowers to leave clients spell-bound.
• Chemical Care: Tipping the Scales-Experts weight in on the best methods for disarming scale insects.
• Portfolio: Out with the Old- Updating hardscape elements opens up hillside space.