Just like in any industry, in landscape design, there are both pros and cons. If this is a field you are debating entering, then you are likely curious about what the cons might be, to see if it is something you would be able to work through, or if it would be a deal breaker. … Read more
Landscaping is one of those industries where, if you have some basic skills and a little knowledge, you can provide services that people might need but might not know about. If you’re looking to start a landscaping business, you may wonder how to get started without any money. As long as you don’t mind getting … Read more
Whether you’re creating a new flowerbed around your home or building a new park within a city block, landscape design has several different advantages that can benefit you, local businesses, customers, visitors, and even the environment. The advantages of landscape design are to reduce soil pollution, stop erosion, preserve the natural environment, manage water runoff, … Read more
If you’re thinking of becoming a professional landscape designer, you’re probably wondering how much money the average landscape designer makes, and in what circumstances. It’s an important figure to know if you’re considering starting a new career or founding your own independent landscape design business. Let’s have a look at the numbers! The average base … Read more
When it comes to lawn care, there are many different titles contractors may have to differentiate themselves. You have lawn care professionals, lawn maintenance professionals, lawn mowers, yard cleaners, and more! However, two particular positions frequently get confused with each other; landscape architects and landscape designers. Their names are very similar, only being one word … Read more
A professional landscape designer includes a variety of career pathways. Your landscape design career can begin with something as simple as a lawnmowing and weed pulling after or it can even be a moonlighting side-hustle for your regular job. But your investment in your business should certainly not stop with a good lawn mower and … Read more
Landscape design is considered one step up from your basic landscaper—so it’s important to have the skills and experience to back up your job description. So how can you become a better landscape designer? To become a good landscape designer, gain experience on the job, learn more about botany, plants, and flowers, learn how to … Read more
While pursuing the career of your dreams can be a pleasant thought, it can often produce disappointing results, with industries providing far less pay than you would expect. When getting into a career, it’s always best to research the average pay beforehand so that you can know what to expect and negotiate fair pay for … Read more
When you’re considering your own business, it’s easy to get bogged down by the numbers and budget of it all. But when you’re starting your own landscape design business, it’s a little different than your run-of-the-mill landscaping business—there are so many more details to consider. How much money will it take for you to start … Read more
Over the last few years, the landscaping market has grown consistently by at least 2.5% per year. With this growth comes new market and service trends. I will share some of the popular trends with you in this article. The top 4 landscaping market trends are: Continuous industry growth Streamlining teams using tech Accurate reporting … Read more