Glowing gardens

California Outdoor Lighting uses lights and music to transform South Coast Botanic Garden.

Some artists use paint brushes or cameras to transport viewers to far away fantasies. Anthony Bogdanovich, general manager of Harbor City-based California Outdoor Lighting, uses light.

Referring to himself as a “classic landscape lighting guy,” Bogdanovich’s bread and butter had always been low voltage, white lighting fixtures for residences and commercial properties. But in 2020, Bogdanovich signed on to a project that challenged what he was used to.

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From the editor

Irrigation professionals have been instrumental in responsibly managing water use for decades as we deal with environmental complications.

Irrigation pipeline

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Night lighting

Landscape lighting contractors should reinvent themselves by learning new trade skills and providing repair and upgrade services.

Associations in action

Don’t miss the fall 2022 news from the Irrigation Association, including the Irrigation Show and Education Week and 2022 IA awards.

Market watch

Check out how the industry’s leading indicators have changed in the past month, as well as a collection of the top exclusive articles and supplier updates.