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. …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Starting or growing your landscaping business can be challenging in any year. Constant labor and plant material shortages in the last few years have made it even more stressful. However, growing your business revenues doesn’t have to be overwhelming if you break down the target …

A 2022 recession is beginning to feel more and more probable. Expressions like “highest ever inflation”, and “lowest spending power” are becoming more commonplace. However, how much of this is hype and what can you do to keep your business thriving if the recession becomes …

Buying materials is one of the leading causes of stress in the landscaping industry in 2022 as per a recent survey conducted by GoMaterials. From finding the materials to ensuring quality, it can indeed be a grueling journey for many landscapers. What makes it worse …

The landscaping industry is ruled by the tides of seasonality. We’re sure you know what it’s like to have a mountain of calls quickly turn to radio silence! When the busy season hits, you’re overwhelmed by the sheer demand, and it becomes impossible to accept …

The landscaping industry is facing many macroeconomic challenges. Businesses are dealing with worker shortages (both with skilled labor and truck drivers), seasonal and weather challenges, and material shortages. We covered these topics in our 2022 Landscaping Business Trends Report. To add to the stack is …