Millions of ash trees stand dead throughout Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana. Ever since its accidental introduction in the United States and Canada in the 1990's, the invasive Emerald Ash Borer has killed 50 to 100 million ash trees and threatens over 7 billion trees throughout North America. This pesky beetle only attacks ash trees. The beetles are metallic green with purple segments under their wings, about ½" long, and have flattened backs.

As a proud member of BOMA (Building Owners & Managers Association) Indianapolis, Landscape Solutions is pleased to be exhibiting at the BOMA Indianapolis Annual Trade Show & Casino Party Wednesday May 8 from 4:30-8:30 PM at the Ritz Charles, 12156 N Meridian, Carmel, IN.

Attendance is complimentary and no RSVP is required - everyone is welcome to join us for an evening of fun (casino tables, prizes)  and networking with other industry professionals. We hope to see you there.

For more information, visit bomaindy.org.

April is on pace to be the wettest ever! As of Sunday, Indianapolis tied a record dating back to 1922 with with 8.58" of rain. The record was set back in 1893 - 8.60". We at Landscape Solutions look forward to warmer drier days in May.

Landscape Solutions attended the Alternative Fuel and Technology Legislative breakfast at the Indiana State House on April 8, 2013. Greater Indiana Clean Cities Coalition coordinated the vehicle display and vendor area to support Indiana Representative Randy Frye on HB 1324. HB 1324 is designed to provide incentives to encourage alternative fuels.

Landscape Solutions has completed four more propane vehicle conversions. This brings the total to 40% of the fleet vehicles are powered by propane. Plans are in the works to convert the remainder of the fleet by the end of 2014. In the meantime, Landscape Solutions can provide all mowing and snow removals services on your property using propane powered equipment. Please call Bob Callaghan at 317-491-3558 if you are interested in taking advantage of our alternative fueled services.

Landscape Solutions is featured in the March Issue of Indiana Living Green http://issuu.com/nuvonewsweekly/docs/022513/15.

At Landscape Solutions, we are proud to announce that we have placed orders for enough trucks powered by propane that 40% of our fleet will be powered by alternative fuel by early spring!

An Alternative Fuel Vehicle is one that runs on a fuel source other than traditional diesel or gasoline.

{source: Science Daily}

In Indianapolis and Hamilton County, we have all become quite familiar with air pollution advisories during the dog days of summer. Do Knozone Action Days sound familiar? We are reminded to reduce our impact on air pollution by taking steps like waiting until late in the day to fill our gas tank or mow our lawn. We are cautioned against letting our engine idle in drive-thru lanes or to avoid unnecessary driving. But what about the winter months?