October 11, 2024

In Memoriam: Mike Frank,
Legacy Team Member

Honoring Our Former Vice President of Operations and Landscape Construction Manager, Mentor to Many

It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mike Frank, a cherished member of the David J. Frank Landscape Contracting family. Mike’s journey with our company began in his youth, and he officially joined full-time in 1975. Over the decades, he became a nationally recognized expert in snow […]
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September 20, 2024

David J. Frank Wins Five National Landscape Awards Again!

Three golds ties last year’s company record Different year, same results. But when it’s something this awesome, we don’t mind one bit. Our five entries in the prestigious National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Awards of Excellence competition matched last year’s remarkable results of three gold awards and two silvers. The three gold awards also […]
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August 19, 2024

In Memoriam: Tom Lied

Client Service Representative Tom Lied, a renowned member of our Team, passed away on Aug. 12 at the age of 90.

Tom was a nationally known titan in the landscape industry and spent his lifetime in the profession. He was a mentor (and later friend) to our founder David J. Frank when he was starting out. Tom began his career in 1946 and joined his father as a partner in Lied’s Nursery Company in 1957. He later led […]
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July 24, 2024

DJF Named a Best Place to Work in Snow & Ice for Sixth Straight Year

DJF was recognized as a Best Place to Work in Snow & Ice once again at the Snow & Ice Management Association’s (SIMA) 27th Annual Snow & Ice Symposium June 25-28 in Pittsburgh, Pa. Applicants were judged on demonstrated success in professional development and support, company culture, managerial effectiveness, personnel engagement, and trust in leadership. […]
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April 29, 2024

DJF Lands Landscape Management Account for Wisconsin State Capitol

We were recently awarded a three-year contract to care for the grounds of the State Capitol, where we will be providing spring and fall cleanups, lawn care, and weed control. DJF has been providing commercial services in the Madison area since 1996, mainly landscape management and sustainability projects that include green roofs and water conservation […]
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April 12, 2024

DJF Begins 65th Year by Breaking Ground for New Mechanic Shop

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! Founded 65 years ago this month, DJF kicked off its anniversary by breaking ground for its new mechanic shop. Coincidentally but fittingly, the groundbreaking took place on April 8, the birthdate of the company’s founder and namesake, David J. Frank. A brief history lesson for those who don’t know our company roots. David […]
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