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The New Jersey Nursery and Landscape Association hosts several conferences and events through out the year, which include the Retail Roundtable, Greenhouse Growers Conference, Summer Plant Symposium, and The Landscape Conference. In addition we support and endorse the NJ Plants Tradeshow produced by MAC Events. This blog hosts information about current, past, and upcoming events.

 

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SPS15: Retail Round Table

Posted By Dominick Mondi, Thursday, May 28, 2015

The 2015 Summer Plant Symposium is right around the corner! See below for information about the Retail Round Table, then CLICK HERE to register for the event!


 

Classes begin with lunch at Noon.

Fashionably Late, the Garden After August 1st - So many people feel that the garden is finished at the first hint of fall. This talk will discuss options and additions to keep the garden alive with color and exhilarating texture throughout  the fall. This presentation from Chanticleer’s Dan Benarcik will highlight the best fall gardens have to offer so you can make the case to your customers that fall really is for planting!

Retailer BarCamp​ - It’s not what you think… it’s actually better! This proven method of getting you out of your seat and interacting with your peers to find solutions to your business problems is fun as well as informative. Bring your creativity and prepare to be inspired!

Following the third stop the tour returns to the Rutgers Gardens for the Barbecue Cook Out followed by keynote presenter Dan Benarcik of Chanticleer Gardens!

The evening concludes with social time and tour of the gardens for those interested.

Tags:  Education  Events  Garden Center  Retail Round Table  SPS15  Summer Plant Symposium 

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SPS15: Landscape Recertification Classes

Posted By Dominick Mondi, Thursday, May 28, 2015
Updated: Thursday, May 28, 2015

The 2015 Summer Plant Symposium is right around the corner! See below for information about the landscape recertification courses, then CLICK HERE to register for the event!

These classes are being presented in partnership with the New Jersey Green Industry Council.


 

Exhibitors and Registration begin at 9:00am 

Classes begin at 10:00am

Rules and regulations update for pesticide applicators – Dr. Steven Bross, NJDEP​: Get the latest on news from the NJDEP directly from Steven Bross, Environmental Specialist and one of the leaders in the Pesticide Control Program.  Stephen will review any changes, current or forthcoming, to the pesticide program that might affect you as an applicator.

Business Round Table​ - This is your chance to get the answer you need to the business challenges you face.  Insurance, Employee retention, and other discussions will be guided by industry experts, but engaging with your peers will help you get the answers you are looking for.

Dr. Neil Hendrickson, Bartlett Tree Experts – Diagnosing common insect and disease problems of mature trees​ - Managing large mature trees is an important part of property management, especially for large sights or high-end residential clients.  Dr. Hendrickson is a researcher with the Bartlett Tree Expert Company and will share valuable information to help you identify common problems in mature landscape trees.

John Patten, PBI Gordon – Latest in Weed Control in Turf and Landscape Beds​ - Managing weeds remains a top priority for property managers and landscape professionals. John Patten of PBI Gordon will discuss the most common weeds and control methods available to professional applicators.

Paul Kurtz, NJDA – Invasive tree pests, their ID and preventative measures​ - Emerald Ash Borers, Asian Longhorned Beetle, Wooly Adelgid, just to name a few! Invasive forest pests are affecting managed landscapes more than ever and this talk, presented by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s Paul Kurtz, will arm you with the info you need.

Rich Buckley, Rutgers University - NJ’s most common insect and diseases in turf​ - Even the most commonplace pest and disease discussions are exciting when presented by Rich Buckley from Rutgers University!  Rich will bring his unique and engaging presentation style to this event and present what his lab sees as the most common turf problems facing New Jersey this season.

Dr. George Hamilton, Rutgers University – Spill Management and the use of PPE’s​ - Safety procedures for cleaning up dangerous chemical spills are important for you and your employees to understand. Dr. Hamilton will review the standard procedures for clean-up, disposal, reporting, and protective equipment when a spill occurs

The above program has been approved for the following credits:

NJ Pesticide Credits:  13-4, 1A-5, 3A-3, 3B-2, 6B-2, CORE-2 and PP2-5.
PA Pesticide Credits:  CORE-2, PC-5, 05-1, 06-3, 07-3, 18-5 and 23-5.
NY Pesticide Credits:  CORE-0.50, 10-2.50, 3a-2.50, 3b-1.50, 25-2.00, 6a-0.50 and 9-1.00

Additionally, ISA and CNLP credits have been applied for.

Following the third stop the tour returns to the Rutgers Gardens for the Barbecue Cook Out followed by keynote presenter Dan Benarcik of Chanticleer Gardens!

The evening concludes with social time and tour of the gardens for those interested.

Tags:  CORE  Education  Events  Landscape  Pest Credits  SPS15  Summer Plant Symposium 

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SPS15: Landscape Design Tour Agenda

Posted By Dominick Mondi, Thursday, May 28, 2015
Updated: Thursday, May 28, 2015

The 2015 Summer Plant Symposium is right around the corner! See below for information about the landscape design tour, then CLICK HERE to register for the event!

This tour is sponsored by APLD-NJ, and has been submitted for APLD and ASLA continuing education credits.

 


 

 

Tour departs Rutgers Gardens at 8:30am

First stop: Plangere’s Residence Jules and Jayne Plangere home in Spring Lake is found within the "iron gate" which is the former site of legendary Maloney estate.  The estate is long gone with 7 homes occupying the former site including the Plangere's.   Jules is the son of the head horticulturist for the Maloney estate so his property holds a very sentimental place to him filled with unique and mature horticultural features.

Second stop: Greaves ResidenceBonnie Greaves of Ocean Grove has a very intense small property where she gets the most out of it.  She will join us and greet her quests and we're hoping the attendees can gain the perspective of a "client" who is very involved and hands on.

Third stop: Jung Residence - Andrea Jung of Rumson is a Fortune 500 CEO and we'll visit her summer residence. Located on the Navesink river, her property suffered much damage from Hurricane Sandy and we'll be able to share the restoration process and the opportunities it presented.

Following the third stop the tour returns to the Rutgers Gardens for the Barbecue Cook Out followed by keynote presenter Dan Benarcik of Chanticleer Gardens!

The evening concludes with social time and tour of the gardens for those interested.

Tags:  APLD SPS15  ASLA  Events  Landscape  Summer Plant Symposium 

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Pollinator Protection In Managed Landscapes

Posted By Dominick Mondi, Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Presented by Jeff Weld, Bayer Territory Manager

Speakers Bio – Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Ornamental Horticulture from the Ohio State University.  His experience over the past thirty five years in the green industries and agriculture includes several sales and management positions.  Jeff sold seed treatments, owned and operated small landscape business for over eight years and spent nineteen years in sales and management with the turf and ornamental business unit of Bayer CropScience.  Jeff has given literally hundreds of educational presentations on subjects as diverse as the T&O business.  Jeff is currently a certified arborist.  He served on numerous industry associations throughout the northeast and New Jersey.  Jeff received the "Member of the Year” award from the Massachusetts Association of Lawncare Professionals in addition to numerous Bayer Awards. 

Course Description – The presentation will focus on Bees and factors impacting Bee health. 

1.      What are Neonicotinoids?

a.       A group of insecticide chemistries

2.      Why are they in the news?

a.       Impact on Honey Bees

3.      Do Neonicotinoids kill bees?

4.      Do Neonicotinoids cause Colony Collapse Disorder?

5.      Will we lose the use of Neonicotinoids?

6.      Why Use Neonicotinoids?

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS IMPORTANT TALK AT THE SUMMER PLANT SYMPOSIUM

Tags:  CORE  Pest Credits  Pollinators  SPS14  Summer Plant Symposium 

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Boxwood Blight!

Posted By Administration, Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Presented by Rich Buckley, Soil Testing and Plant Diagnostic Services

Speakers Bio – Richard Buckley is the Director of Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Laboratory. He received his BS in Entomology and Plant Pathology from the University of Delaware and an MS in Turfgrass Pathology from Rutgers University. Mr. Buckley is an instructor in the Rutgers Professional Golf Turf Management School and Rutgers Department of Pathology and Plant Science. He teaches courses in diseases and insect pests of turfgrass and ornamental plants. He is also a frequent lecturer and invited speaker on disease and insect pest problems in turf and ornamentals, plant problem solving, and pest management techniques.

Course Description - Boxwood…Now You See Them, Soon You Won’t!

1.      Boxwood: the good        

a.       Used for formal gardens        

b.       Edging, hedges, parterres        

c.       Can be utilized in almost any garden situation        

d.       If used properly box is a superb plant 

2.      Boxwood: the bad        

a.       Deer resistant, so it gets over used        

b.       Shallow rooted         

c.       Too much shade or sun problematic        

d.       Too much water or drought problematic        

e.       Too hot or too cold problematic        

f.        Too much mulch problematic        

g.       Too heavy soil problematic              

h.       Nutrient and pH issues         

i.        Moderation and proper use are key 

3.       Boxwood: the ugly         

a.      Volutella Stem Blight, Macrophoma Leaf Blight,  Boxwood Blight and Boxwood Leafminer               i.       Fungus or Insect                  

ii.       Symptoms                  

iii.       Signs                  

iv.       History and significance of the problem                   

v.       Chemical control                 

vi.       Resistance?                

vii.       Management and Control               

viii.       Diagnosis 

4.      Other species of Buxaceae get Boxwood Blight!        

a.       Boxwood blight on sweetbox, Sarcococca sp., Boxwood blight on Pachysandra, Alfalfa Mosaic Virus on Pachysandra, Pachysandra Stem Blight                    

i.       History and significance of the problem                   

ii.       Fungus                 

iii.       Symptoms                 

iv.       Diagnosis                   

v.       Signs                 

vi.       Management and Control                

vii.       Chemical control                

viii.       Resistance?

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE SUMMER PLANT SYMPOSIUM TO HEAR THIS AND OTHER GREAT PRESENTATIONS!

Tags:  Boxwood Blight  Pest Credits  SPS14  Summer Plant Symposium 

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Turfgrass Fertilization: The Type Of N Matters

Posted By Administration, Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Presented by Dr. James Murphy, Rutgers University 

Speaker Bio - Dr. Murphy joined the Extension team at Rutgers University in 1991. He has a Ph. D. in Crop and Soil Sciences from Michigan State University. The goal of his research is to develop best management practices (BMPs) that enhance the stress tolerance, persistence, and environmental benefits of turf. Current research projects include (1) developing cultural practices to reduce anthracnose disease, (2) identifying turfgrass varieties that are more tolerant of traffic; (3) identifying grass seed mixtures that perform better under low input management; and (4) assessing turf persistence and performance under organic management. This research compliments his Extension and teaching activities as well.  In 2010 Dr. Murphy started work on the Professional Fertilizer Applications Certification and Training (ProFACT) program, and this is now the main resource for contractors to learn about best management practices in soil nutrient management and its effects on the environment. Contractors who apply fertilizer professionally are required to be certified. Information can be found at www.profact.rutgers.edu. 

Course Description - This talk will discuss the processes that make N available to plants and thus how the form of N impacts the proper timing of fertilization. This talk will conclude with an update on the NJ certification program for professional fertilizer applicators.

1.  N forms for turf fertilization. 

2. Timing of fertilization as effected by N forms. 

3.  Professional certification update.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE SUMMER PLANT SYMPOSIUM TO HEAR THIS AND OTHER GREAT PRESENTATIONS!

Tags:  Pest Credits  SPS14  Summer Plant Symposium  Turfgrass 

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Pesticide Application Techniques

Posted By Administration, Monday, July 7, 2014
Updated: Thursday, July 3, 2014

Presented by: John Pattern, PBI-Gordon Corporation

John Patten has 39 years of experience in the Turf & Ornamental Industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in from Delaware Valley College in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. John started in the industry with a commercial landscaping and maintenance company who had with Johnson & Johnson as their primary customer. He added 13 years in the Liquid Fertilizer Industry, starting as a custom applicator (+55,000 acres), moving to Sales and Trouble-shooting with an emphasis on Turf & Ornamentals, as well as Agriculture.      

John has been with PBI Gordon for 20+ years as a Territory Manager covering at any given time, regions from Virginia to Maine. He spends approximately 4 months each year educating professionals in our Industry how to properly apply pesticides. He teaches education seminars throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. In many instances these sessions are through the State Universities.     

John is a licensed Commercial Pesticide Applicator in New Jersey and New York State and has served on numerous Industry Organizations including the Plant Food Education Society, which later merged with the Pesticide Association of New Jersey, to become the New Jersey Agribusiness Association. (Serving 2 years as their President.), and is presently serving as the Secretary of the New Jersey Green Industry Council, as well as the Education Committee Chair. Course Description - This course will cover all of the following:

•         Considerations for Application

•         Liquid Applications versus Dry Applications

•         "What Can Go Wrong”?

•         Nozzle Options and Nomenclature

•         Selecting the Best Nozzles for Specific Applications

•         Uniformity in Application

•         Drift versus Volatility

•         Why Calibration is Essential

•         Mixing Order of Pesticides

•         Questions

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE SUMMER PLANT SYMPOSIUM

Tags:  CORE  Pest Credits  SPS14  Summer Plant Symposium 

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