The Thank a Landscaper (TAL) campaign invites people of all ages to thank the “landscaper” in their life. Here are some ideas sure to get your list growing:
- A relative, friend or gardener who introduced you to the joys of nature
- Landscape maintenance workers who toil in extreme weather conditions
- Small businesses and commercial companies that landscape or maintain communities
- Groundskeepers who maintain your place of business, your school, your church, your parks
- Teachers, professors, environmentalists
- Botanical gardens and garden clubs
- Manufacturers, distributors, nurseries and supply companies
- Industry associations such as the National Association of Landscape Professionals or regional associations
A note about HOAs
When homeowner associations (HOAs) hire and fire landscape companies, they rarely think about “the guy” doing the work — “the guy” for whom their community represents a livelihood. They might think about the company’s CEO or management team, but not “the guy” who knows their property’s nuances and works under difficult conditions. Pricing – not quality – is often king. Show them your appreciation for what’s often thought of as a thankless job.
