Association of Professional Landscapers

Association of Professional Landscapers The APL was established in 1995 to promote professionalism in the landscape industry.

Our page aims to give the general public a window into the work of our members, and information on how to plan and prepare for a professional garden landscaping or design project.

Have you tried the member benchmarking platform yet?Our Business Benchmarking platform now has 3 brand-new studies live,...
09/06/2026

Have you tried the member benchmarking platform yet?
Our Business Benchmarking platform now has 3 brand-new studies live, helping you:
✅ Benchmark wages, day rates & staff costs
✅ Understand workforce trends, vacancies & hiring challenges
✅ Improve recruitment, retention & staff development

Get set up on the platform and take part here: https://hta.org.uk/benchmarking

05/06/2026

You may have noticed we have slightly changed the APL Cluster Meeting Page.
You can now book your place and select your pre-orders using the booking form of your chosen local cluster.
These changes allow us to have an easier process of pre-ordering food and recording members who attend the APL Cluster Meeting

You can find your local cluster meeting and upcoming meeting dates here: https://hta.org.uk/apl/events/clusters/apl-cluster-meetings

The HTA Policy team recently joined industry leaders, police and government to tackle rising tool theft- now recognised ...
02/06/2026

The HTA Policy team recently joined industry leaders, police and government to tackle rising tool theft- now recognised as increasingly organised and repeat offending. The National Business Crime Centre (NBCC) is developing a strategy based on these discussions, and it’s vital landscaping voices are heard.
Share your experiences to help inform the next steps, or get in touch with the policy team at
[email protected] ✉️

29/05/2026

APL Awards 2027 judging is a go! 📣
Last week, Phil visited his first location, a collaboration garden by members Winslade Landscapes, Gecko Stonework and Raine garden design Ltd
In true Phil style, his trusty spirit level was on hand to assist with the judging today.
Over the next coming weeks, all judges will be out on the road visiting our shortlisted member gardens- best of luck to everyone!

Simon has been kicking off the first WorldSkills Landscaping qualifiers at Pershore College and CAFRE – and the competit...
27/05/2026

Simon has been kicking off the first WorldSkills Landscaping qualifiers at Pershore College and CAFRE – and the competition is fierce.👀
2 hours.
Build it. Deck it. Flip it. Block pave it. ⏱️
The level of skill and determination this year is seriously impressive – the final is going to be one to watch 👏
Suffolk, you’re up next…

Congratulations to our APL members who have been shortlisted for the Pro Landscaper Project Awards 2026 🏆A fantastic ach...
26/05/2026

Congratulations to our APL members who have been shortlisted for the Pro Landscaper Project Awards 2026 🏆
A fantastic achievement that highlights the skill, creativity, and dedication within our community.
We’re proud to see your work recognised, best of luck to all finalists! 👏

It takes a community! 🌿From concept to completion, RHS Chelsea reflects the very best of our industry. Celebrating not j...
22/05/2026

It takes a community! 🌿
From concept to completion, RHS Chelsea reflects the very best of our industry. Celebrating not just the medals, but every designer, landscaper, supplier and team member who made Chelsea 2026 so special⭐
Congratulations to our members and to everyone who played a part in this year’s success 👏

🥇 AWARD SUCCESS FOR MEMBERS AT CHELSEA🥇It was medal Day at   today, and our members did not disappoint.Congratulations t...
19/05/2026

🥇 AWARD SUCCESS FOR MEMBERS AT CHELSEA🥇

It was medal Day at today, and our members did not disappoint.

Congratulations to all our members involved in award-winning gardens, award-winning garden construction, award-winning exhibits and trade stands, Plant of the Year finalists and the huge array of services and products that bring the displays and gardens to life.

We are proud of our association members and applaud your dedication to excellence. 👏👏👏

Read more: https://ow.ly/KUpQ50Z1JWe🥇AWARD SUCCESS FOR MEMBERS AT CHELSEA🥇

Some of the people behind the builds 💪With RHS Chelsea Flower Show beginning today, we want to wish all our members and ...
18/05/2026

Some of the people behind the builds 💪
With RHS Chelsea Flower Show beginning today, we want to wish all our members and associate members involved in the event the best of luck! We are cheering you on and cannot wait to celebrate your successes 👏🌸🌿

There’s something truly special about being part of a community that not only supports you but grows alongside you.As fl...
14/05/2026

There’s something truly special about being part of a community that not only supports you but grows alongside you.
As flower show season begins, we’re reminded just how powerful collaboration can be. These moments, working side by side, sharing ideas, solving challenges together, are where real connections are built. Within the APL, it’s more than just coming together for a project; it’s about forming trusted relationships that carry forward into every aspect of our work.
Looking back at these past collaborations, you can see the spirit of that community in every detail. They represent the time, care, and professionalism our members invest in one another, and the shared pride in what we create together.
That same sense of unity is felt across so many parts of the APL- whether it’s through our cluster groups, our WhatsApp community, or at the APL Awards, where we come together not just to celebrate excellence, but to celebrate each other. It’s a chance to recognise the dedication, creativity, and craftsmanship that make this network so unique.
Because at the heart of it all, being part of the APL isn’t just about the work we do, but also it’s about the people we do it with.

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Reading
OX110RN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+443330033550

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