Ask the Expert: Outdoor Lighting Blueprint for Success

Earlier this year we discussed outdoor living trends for the year and key areas to focus on now that homeowners are spending more time at home. We’ve learned that outdoor audio has seen a huge spike in popularity this year especially now that more people are at…

3 Ways to Leverage Surge in Online & Big Box Store Sales

Home has never been more important for Americans. As we’ve mentioned in previous articles, we have seen a trend of cocooning in the past four decades from homeowners in the US but the pandemic has accelerated this trend. In the past few weeks, big box stores like…

Ask the Expert: 5 Tips for Overcoming Commercial Irrigation Challenges

From Dave Shane: Commercial irrigation contracting has always been a fast-paced world of bidding, deadlines, safety regulations, coordination with other trades, and construction and payment delays. Over the last several decades, commercial projects have changed. They are now more complex. Whether that be larger in scope and…

The 2020 Seed Report: What You Need to Know for This Year’s Overseeding Season

2020 has been an unpredictable year with many curveballs thrown our way. Coronavirus pushed the season’s start later than normal and we’ve been playing catchup ever since. Beyond that, consumers are staying home more than normal and not taking vacations, which means we’ve all been busier than…

3 Tips for Marketing Automation & Email Personalization

We’re well into the summer season looking toward fall. This year people are still spending more time at home and online than before. With that in mind, now is the time to improve your Marketing Automation & Email Personalization. Marketing automation is a time-saving and effective process…

Ask the Expert: Warm-Season Turfgrass Control Solutions

During summer months, we often see an uptick of surface and subsurface insects. We can also see an increase of various fungus depending on how dry or rainy our season is. This year, we’re seeing a lot of both. Controlling these issues is not always straight forward….

Ask the Expert: How to Read a Soil Analysis

Soil testing is an important component of turf fertilization. Soil tests help estimate current nutrient availability, help determine what products can help solve deficiencies, and provide overall peace of mind when making decisions about proper fertilization. While soil tests can be useful, understanding their results can be…

Ask the Expert: Design & Installation Tips for Outdoor Audio Systems

Last month we took a look at outdoor living trends for 2020 from WiFi control and color changing lights to lighting accents and outdoor audio. We were already seeing an ongoing trend of homeowners embracing their outdoor spaces over the last 10-25 years. The Coronavirus has only…

Ask the Expert: Emerald Ash Borer Control Solutions

For nearly two decades, we’ve seen an increase in infestations of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). This insect attacks and destroys one of the most prevalent tree species used in urban and suburban settings, the ash tree. Known as a favorite for its colorful fall foliage and…

In Case You Missed It: Webinar – Future Growth of Lawn, Landscape, and Irrigation Industry

Recently, Central hosted a private webinar with leading industry consultant, Jeffrey Scott, to discuss the business, sales and marketing strategies to keep your business healthy today, and in the future. The Central team, including ownership and other leaders, joined Jeffery to share experience and insights on the…