Q2 2023 Plant Pricing Trends to Boost Landscaping Profit Margins
One thing is certain about maintaining landscaping profit margins in 2023 – the need to stay on top of unpredictable plant material prices! As we mentioned in our June post about Q1 prices, fluctuations in the prices of landscaping plants and trees can negatively impact …
How to Achieve Landscaping Business Growth by Removing Yourself From the Day-to-Day
Landscaping has always been a labor-intensive industry, boasting one of the longest workweeks across all sectors. Being a landscape business owner is hardly any easier. In fact, many landscape business owners frequently multitask and tend to involve themselves in everything from estimation to material delivery. …
The Ultimate Checklist for a Landscape Conference & Trade Show
Attending a landscape conference or tradeshow is necessary for anyone in the industry – nurseries and contractors alike. With thousands of visitors attending green industry conferences, attendees have a golden opportunity to make connections and get updates on the latest trends in the industry. However, …
GoMaterials vs. Traditional Tree Broker: 6 Unmatched Services
The Northeast USA and parts of Canada have experienced a more severe shortage of specimen trees in recent years, accounting for almost 80% of tree shortages in this region. When it’s harder to source the item, using a tree broker to keep the costs in …
Q1 2023 Plant Cost Trends & Impact on Landscaper Profit Margins
Amidst fears of a slowdown and high input costs, 2023 can be a challenging year for budgeting and maintaining landscaper profit margins – especially for contracts awarded 1-2 years ago. Understanding the plant material demand and cost trends across categories such as trees, perennials, shrubs, …
How to Bid on Landscaping Jobs, Explained by GoMaterials Estimator
If you have been worried about how to bid on landscaping jobs, you are not alone. With more competition and an ongoing labor shortage, bidding and estimating have been one of the leading causes of stress for landscapers. Underbidding or overbidding can directly impact your …
How to Use ChatGPT for Your Landscaping Business
ChatGPT seems to be making waves as the next best thing since sliced bread. From instantly writing mobile app codes to mimicking the writing style of Bob Dylan, the internet has found many novel ways to use it. But is it another fashionable online tool …
Maximizing Landscaping Business Profit Margin During Inflation
2023 may not be an easy year when it comes to landscaping business profit margins. 63% of Chief Economists surveyed by The World Economic Forum expect a global recession later in the year, and 91% expect a slowdown in demand. This is likely to have …
Most Popular Wholesale Nursery Plants in the USA for Commercial and City Landscaping in 2022
As we kick start the new year, it’s important to look back at the plant sourcing trends of 2022. Learning about the plants and trees your landscape industry peers sourced the most can help you prepare for the upcoming year. We got you covered! Every …
Most Popular Wholesale Plants in Quebec for Commercial and City Landscaping in 2022
As professional landscapers, you know the importance of selecting the right plants for your projects. The best way to ensure you stay on top of the plant selection trends is to check out what your peers from the industry are sourcing. Every year, GoMaterials collects …
