How to Hire a Gardener or Groundskeeper
If you need more that just a yard worker to care for your property, consider hiring a trained gardener. Here are some things to consider before you bring someone on. Does this Spark an idea?
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Evaluate the requirements of care for your property. Is landscape maintenance such as lawn mowing sufficient or do you need someone who has some horticultural knowledge?
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Decide whether you want a gardener with all the required horticultural skills and a willingness to do the labor himself or if you need to hire a gardener to oversee a staff.
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Hire someone with whom you enjoy collaborating on the creation of your garden.
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Hire someone to whom you feel comfortable relinquishing some control. To gain the full benefit of a gardener's knowledge, you need to trust his judgment and like his taste.
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Seek out a certified Master Gardener through your local extension service, botanical garden or garden center.
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Check references and view other properties your potential gardener has cared for.
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