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10% of the landscaping workforce is over the age of 55

There are 37,800 landscaping businesses in the UK

Landscaping businesses in the UK employ 112,400 people


 

Landscaping

Is the landscaping industry right for you?

It could be right for you if:

  • You enjoy sports such as football, rugby, golf, tennis and cricket
  • You are interested in design and enjoy being creative
  • You’d like to be involved in exciting new developments
  • You want to preserve our heritage and environment
  • You relish responsibility and working with other people

Top five useful skills to develop to work in landscaping:

  • Knowledge of plants and how to look after them
  • Business management skills including sales, customer care and marketing
  • An understanding of design principles and their application
  • Knowledge of health and safety
  • A variety of practical skills and knowledge
Click here to find out which qualifications could help you get these skills

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