Why landscape experts are getting booked out fast

Landscape experts are getting booked out faster than ever before. Due to the plant shortage, it's becoming increasingly difficult for residential customers to find professional landscaping services that guarantee the project will be done on time. If you've been umming and erring about whether to hire a team of landscape experts to design and transform your yard, now is the time to act.

In 2021, the green industry is facing severe plant shortages as a result of the pandemic and the Texas winter storm in February.

As prices for plants continue to soar, landscape experts are experiencing greater pressure than ever before to plan ahead and keep a close eye on inventory.

Read on to learn more about the plant shortage and why you ought to be booking your landscape service sooner rather than later if you want to get your garden ready for summer.

The Texas Plant Shortage Crisis

The plant shortage here in Texas is very real. Demand is increasing but supply chains simply can't keep up and prices are rising as a result. Landscape experts predict that conditions will not return to normal until the final quarter of the year.

But what is causing the unexpected plant shortage?

COVID-19 HAS DISRUPTED THE PLANT SUPPLY CHAIN

Since the outbreak of Covid-19, Texas has been in and out of a government-enforced lockdown. This has resulted in people spending more time renovating their backyards and gardens. In 2020, the landscaping business subsequence saw a spike in popularity. This meant that landscape experts have had to stock up on plants to serve their growing clientele. Unsurprisingly, this has left shelves bare in local gardening stores.

Equally, Covid-19 has hindered operations in the garden industry. Manufacturers were unable to meet their production targets meaning that fewer plants have been able to reach stores. The green industry depends on foreign labor and with Covid-19 travel restrictions, demand has continued to outweigh supply.

THE TEXAS FREEZE RESULTED IN EVEN GREATER DEMAND

Earlier this year, Texas was hit by severe cold weather and storms. This left many yards and gardens in a sorry state. Once again, residents turned to landscape experts to provide landscape services and restore their weather-beaten yards.

Unfortunately, plant nurseries in and around Texas also suffered the sudden onset of severe weather. Once again, supply chains were disrupted. The plant shortage has meant that many landscape experts have been forced to prolong projects while they wait for the plants they have ordered to become available.

What The Plant Crisis Means For Your Landscaping Plans

If you have been putting off bringing in a landscape expert to get your garden ready for summer, now is the time to pick up the phone. The plant shortage means that projects are getting postponed and prices are continuing to rise.

PROJECTS ARE BEING POSTPONED

Many landscape experts are currently unavailable because they are still locked into contracts from the first quarter. They have been unable to finish projects due to the plant shortage and are not taking on new business. This means that the landscape experts that are available are being booked up faster. The longer you wait, the longer it could be until a landscaping expert can confirm the timeline of your project. 

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INCREASE IN COST OF PLANTS

Greater demand and decreased supply mean that the cost of plants is continuing to rise. It is predicted that prices will go up by 10-15% by summer. This leaves landscape experts in a position where they either have to put up their prices or offer less for their fixed fee. Right now, many landscape experts are keeping their prices the same and cutting their losses. If you want to avoid paying the difference, we recommend booking before prices reach an all-time high.

Avoid Prolonged Projects And Book Your Next Landscaping Project With L3 Design

At L3 Design, our priority is making sure that we complete the job to the standard you expect within the timeline you have planned. This means if you’re planning a garden party and want your garden in tip-top shape before then, we recommend booking well in advance.

Even though we have been affected by the plant shortage in Texas, we are working with our clients to ensure that we achieve the outstanding results they expect from L3 Design.

To make a request or get a quote from us, send us a message or give us a call. We can't wait to make the garden of your dreams become a reality!