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	Landscape Gardeners Kent, London UK - Rob McGee & Son Gardens
		Introducing landscape gardeners in Kent who enjoy building high quality gardens, provide standard and custom spec fencing, supply and fit entrance gates, cover tree surgery works and planting services.
		Water features, border and lawn irrigation systems plus garden lighting units are supplied and installed by this group of landscape gardeners.
		This Company of garden builders are creators of inspiring gardens who enhance the appearance of outdoor places, exterior and interior spaces with colourful scented plants through the combined use of native and tropical species for truly universal appeal.
	www.landscape-gardeners-rms.co.uk (389 words)

	College Search, College Resources, Career Information :: Schools in the USA
		Landscape gardeners are the individuals who work to restore those muddy fields, and create beautiful gardens full of flowers and plants.
		Landscape gardeners are respectful of the environment in which they work and they are willing to look for environmentally sound solutions as well as able to use chemicals when necessary.
		Landscape gardeners are usually employed by retail gardening centers, landscaping and lawn care agencies, indoor gardens and botanical centers, tree farms, cemeteries, greenhouses, or government departments (such as recreation and parks).
	www.schoolsintheusa.com /careerprofiles_details.cfm?carid=912 (705 words)

	American Society of Landscape Architects, Pennsylvania and Delaware Chapter
		Landscape architects design the built environment of neighborhoods, towns and cities while also protecting and managing the natural environment, from its forests and fields to rivers and coasts.
		Landscape architecture continued to influence the city beautification and planning movement well into the 20th century, as growing cities used the services of professionally-trained landscape architects.
		The profession of landscape architecture continues to evolve as it meets the challenges of a society interested in improving the quality of life and the wisdom with which mankind uses the land.
	www.landscapearchitects.org /education.html (2365 words)

	Rob McGee & Son - The 'Landscape Gardener' Defined
		Essentially, the term landscaping contractor or landscaper suggests someone who works with changing the face of the landscape, therefore hard or soft landscaping (groundwork), this often includes planting and water features, but usually excludes the building of taller garden structures.
		Gardening services tends to mean maintenance, this could include cutting grass, weeding, pruning, soil improvement, light planting and any other garden jobs required.
		When it comes to pricing a garden service, we have found that once a working relationship has been established, it would normally be acceptable to work with either a per hour rate or a set price.
	www.landscape-gardeners-rms.co.uk /defin.html (483 words)

	Gardener - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The terms encompasses persons from different walks of life involved in gardening, arguably the oldest profession, from the hobbyist in a residential garden, the homeowner supplementing the family food with a small vegetable garden or orchard, to a worker engaged in maintaining greenery for money or the head gardener in a large estate.
		The term gardener is also used to describe garden designers and landscape gardeners, who are involved chiefly in the design of gardens, rather than the practical aspects of gardening.
		Gardening has a long history, and there have been many pioneering gardeners of note, from the great landscape gardeners of the 18th Century, to those who created or expanded the idea of the "no-dig" garden.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gardener (178 words)

	Trade of the Month - Landscape Gardener (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		Gardeners working for homeowners, estates, and public gardens feed, water, and prune the flowering plants and trees and mow and water the lawn.
		Employment of gardeners and groundskeepers is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations through the year 2005 in response to increasing demand for gardening and landscaping services.
		Also, a growing number of homeowners are using lawn maintenance and landscaping services to enhance the beauty and value of their property as well as to conserve their leisure time.
	www.yorkregion-vcrc.com /gardener.htm (999 words)

	Grounds maintenance workers
		Landscaping workers perform a range of duties, including mowing, edging, trimming, fertilizing, dethatching, and mulching for such clients on a regular basis during the growing season.
		Landscaping and groundskeeping workers use handtools such as shovels, rakes, pruning and regular saws, hedge and brush trimmers, and axes, as well as power lawnmowers, chain saws, snowblowers, and electric clippers.
		Landscaping and groundskeeping workers at parks, schools, cemeteries, and golf courses may use sod cutters to harvest sod that will be replanted elsewhere.
	stats.bls.gov /oco/ocos172.htm (2147 words)

	Landscape architecture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Landscape architects are considered professionals on par with doctors and lawyers, because they are often required to obtain specialized education and professional licensure, similar to the requirements for those other professional occupations.
		Landscape planners are concerned with landscape planning for the location, scenic, ecological and recreational aspects of urban, rural and coastal land use.
		Landscape architects are considered professionals on par with architects, engineers, doctors and lawyers, because they are usually required to obtain similarly specialized education and professional licensure.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Landscape_gardening (1504 words)

	Landscape architects
		Landscape architect jobs are expected to increase due to a growing demand for incorporating natural elements into man-made environments, along with the need to meet a wide array of environmental restrictions.
		Landscape architects spend most of their time in offices creating plans and designs, preparing models and cost estimates, doing research, or attending meetings with clients and other professionals involved in a design or planning project.
		Employment of landscape architects is concentrated in urban and suburban areas throughout the country; some landscape architects work in rural areas, particularly those employed by the Federal Government to plan and design parks and recreation areas.
	www.bls.gov /oco/ocos039.htm (2746 words)

	ProGardenBiz Once Upon Gardener Daydream V1i2
		For the professional gardener and landscape contractor the Green Industry is a serious business, but we also all need time to relax and reflect.
		Now, I'm no gardener myself, but I swear that this is the true tale as related to me as we relaxed on the front porch on one of those long, summer days spent with a cool one and watching our neighbors mow their lawns.
		For landscape contractors, gardeners and other professionals in the Green Industry time to relax and reflect is just as important, perhaps more important, as the time we devote to our work.
	www.progardenbiz.com /issues/v1issue2/Once_Upon_Gardener_V1i2.html (2539 words)

	Landscape Gardener, Garden Designer, Garden Ponds - Dexter Garden Design Brighton Sussex UK
		All hard garden landscaping is specified with technical CAD plans to ensure that garden ponds and walls are built accurately.
		Garden ponds can often look unprofessional if the construction is not correctly specified or not built by a good landscape gardener.
		It is important to frame wildlife gardens within the geometry of a modern garden.
	www.dextergardendesign.co.uk (471 words)

	Landscape Architecture Month: National Register of Historic Places (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		Considered the last great Prairie-style landscape architect of the 20th Century, Caldwell was a disciple of renowned landscape architect and conservationist Jens Jenson and an accomplished planner, architect, teacher, poet and essayist.
		The landscape is relatively unchanged since Wright's death in 1976 with the exception of expected plant growth and the loss of many hemlock trees because of disease.
		The Park Historic Structures and Cultural Landscapes Programs provide direction and demonstrate high quality preservation practices regarding cultural landscapes—ranging from carriage roads to battlefields, designed gardens to vernacular homesteads, and industrial complexes to summer estates-- in the National Park System.
	www.cr.nps.gov /nr/feature/landscape/landscape.htm (710 words)

	Top 10 Reasons to Hire Master Gardener for Your Tropical Landscape
		Every landscape plant is purchased from a professional wholesale nursery where growing conditions have been optimized for each plant type.
		Another Master Gardener favorite that is even more rare and possibly more wonderful than the Ylang-Ylang is the JOY perfume tree, michele champaca alba.
		If the landscape layout does not assume "wild men" are coming to trim your lawn, bushes and trees, serious damage is almost inevitable.
	mgonline.com /topten.html (1986 words)

	Finding a Gardener \| Gardener for Hire \| Gardeners
		The value of a gardener is ultimately determined by the overall day-to-day appearance of the yard he maintains.
		Before you meet with a gardener it's important for you to evaluate your lawn and decide what you are looking for in a gardener.
		After you've evaluated your garden, you should have a better idea of what you are looking for, so be sure to address those topics in the interview.
	servicemagic.com /article.show.Do-You-Need-to-Hire-a-Gardener.8582.html (599 words)

	Landscape Maintenance Contractor Techniques V1issue2
		Aeration is important for the garden as well as the lawn, but the techniques for garden aeration are different than for lawns, and the subject for another column.
		An aerator is the equipment that performs the work and it's a machine every gardener and landscape maintenance contractor should own.
		Other large landscape maintenance contractors offer aeration as part of the contracted service, especially for large residential communities where the single billing cost for aeration could be prohibitive.
	www.progardenbiz.com /issues/v1issue2/D3-Landscape-Technique-12.html (1348 words)

	Landscape Gardener London, Contemporary Gardens London, Roof Gardens London, Garden Designer London, Landscaper London
		Harlequin landscapes are specialist landscape gardeners based in London.
		The company initially undertook garden design projects in Derbyshire and Yorkshire, but is now based in London, where we have designed and created a lovely portfolio of roof gardens and contemporary gardens.
		The landscape designs created are simple, elegant and most importantly functional and this approach is further enhanced by the highly skilled craftsmanship of David Barnes.
	www.harlequinlandscapes.com (363 words)

	Landscape Gardener - Evergreens UK
		Evergreens range of artificial grass surfaces are the ideal solution for any muddy garden or simply to reduce maintenance at home or even in the work place.
		Whether you are a landscape gardener, handyman or end user, our range of products are easily installed and provide years of a great looking low maintenance lawn.
		Evergreens also offer a full fitting and design service throughout europe, this service is ideal for a landscape gardener wishing to install an artificial lawn but have little or no experience.
	www.evergreensuk.com /Landscape-Gardener.htm (290 words)

	index / Green Gardener Certification Program (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		If your gardener is not certified as a Green Gardener, urge him or her to attend our next training session.
		Landscape maintenance professionals participate in a specific course of study and pass an exam to become certified.
		Ask for this card when seeking landscaping services, or ask your gardener if he or she is certified.
	www.greengardener.org /looking.html (752 words)

	Building design landscape gardener glasgow garden design garden maintenance scotland (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		Terrafirma Gardens provide an all round garden design and build service covering all aspects of garden work including maintenance, water features and ponds, paths, patios, driveways, garden buildings, pergolas, arbours, decking, fencing and lighting.
		Her broad range of experience ranges from designing small courtyard and suburban gardens to larger housing estates, civic spaces, children's playgrounds and parks.
		Together with her husband Cobus the team are committed to making the very most of your budget to create an exceptional garden that is fit for any garden design magazine, a garden that will inspire and delight you, your friends and your family all year round.
	www.buildingdesign.co.uk /facil-group4/terrafirma/landscape-gardener-glasgow.htm (501 words)

	flowerpotman Landscape Gardeners
		A plant is planted somewhere in the garden because there is room for it and the rest just follow.
		Its amazing how many landscapers and garden designers are happy to give you what you want, take the money knowing it aint going to last unless you throw even more money at it season after season.
		landscape design is sometimes Aesthetics over Functionality, you should be able to have both but a landscape designed that is safe, sustainable, convenient and usable is a joy.
	www.flowerpotman.com (1367 words)

	Landscape Gardener Cartoons
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	www.cartoonstock.com /directory/l/landscape_gardener.asp (780 words)

	Beatrix Farrand- "Landscape Gardener"
		Both architects and landscape architects were much in demand during this era and received large commissions for the designing and building of the gardens for these actual "country estates." Later in the thirties, there was a grand shift that made public projects come to the forefront.
		Instead, these garden elements and ideas had to be fitted correctly into their own existing landscape settings.
		The cult of the of the Italian garden has spread from England to America, and there is a general feeling that, by placing a marble bench here and a sun-dial there, Italian "effects" may be achieved.
	xroads.virginia.edu /~MA99/hall/Dumbartonoaks/farrand_dum.html (1125 words)

	landscape gardener :: contemporary :: London (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		The sunnier upper terrace features hollow planters that allow light from the West into the living space.
		The lower shaded terrace features entwined planters and a lush landscape enjoyed from the bedroom.
		The view to St Paul's Cathedral is framed by a multi-stem ginkgo biloba (Maidenhair tree.) The planters continue inside to grace a contemporary art collection.
	www.mylandscapes.co.uk /landscape_gardener.htm (68 words)

	Landscape Gardener Supervisor - 6708
		Under general supervision, plans, organizes and directs the work of a crew of Landscape Gardeners, Groundskeepers, Landscape Equipment Operators, Rosarians, and related classes performing landscape and grounds maintenance work in a section of the City; performs related work as assigned.
		It is distinguished from Senior Landscape Gardener Supervisor, which has overall responsibility for the City's landscape maintenance activities and directs the work of several crews.
		It is further distinguished from Senior Landscape Gardener, which has limited on-site lead responsibility for assigned crew members.
	www.ci.berkeley.ca.us /hr/classspecs/6708.htm (587 words)

	Landscape Gardener, Edna Walling
		I hope you can see from these photos that Miss Walling landscaped many different gardens for many different clients, she was not daunted by the fame, [Dame Nellie Melba, the famous Australian singer, was one of her first clients] the wealth or the humbler station of her clients.
		Many of the gardens still remain, as do the detailed plans that she painted.
		If you would like to discuss the beautiful gardens and Edna Walling, the lady landscaoe gardener, please leave a message in the discussion area on my Welcome Page, click up the top and on the right hand side.
	members.tripod.com /~klok/LandscapeGardenerEdnaWalling.html (487 words)

	Landscape Gardener
		Plan and execute small scale landscaping operations and maintain grounds and landscape of private and business residences.
		Participate in preparing and grading terrain, applying fertilizers, seeding and sodding lawns, and transplanting shrubs and plants, using manual and power operated equipment.
		Plan lawns, and plant and cultivate them, using gardening implements and power-operated equipment.
	www.jobseeker.com /resources/job/Trades/5655.htm (149 words)

	Richmond based Landscape Gardener holds Workshop at U. S. National Arboretum (C3 - The Creative Change Center)
		Whether experienced or a novice, the challenge for a present-day gardener is to be a naturalist with a “waste not, want not” ecological commitment: a caretaker of the environmental community.
		Sylvia Hoehns Wright, the eco-wise columnist for VA Gardener and Washington (DC) Gardener magazines, is a Virginia Master Gardener, American Horticulture Society member, and graduate of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s landscape program.
		Featured by VA Home Grown WCVE Richmond PBS TV and Birds and Blooms magazine for her eco-wise woodland gardening strategies, Wright is a contributing writer for Richmond, the City Magazine, From Home to House, the Mid-Atlantic Grower, The Designer, and the Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association newsletter.
	www.c3va.org /html/news/richmond-based-landscape-.shtml (413 words)

	383: Landscape Gardener Licensure Examination Processes
		The Bureau of Plant Industry, a division of the Department of Agriculture and Commerce, is responsible for developing and administering examinations for the licensure of landscape gardeners.
		The Bureau of Plant Industry is responsible for developing and administering examinations to ensure that licensed individuals possess the entry-level knowledge and skills needed to provide professional landscape gardening services in Mississippi.
		The bureau’s current landscape gardener licensure examination processes are not valid because they do not fully comply with recognized testing standards for regulatory agencies.
	www.peer.state.ms.us /383.html (510 words)

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