Pricing tips for starting up a gardening business.

You can check out the YouTube channel West Country garden Pro for tips on starting a gardening business and pricing jobs. Additionally, the book "Start and Run a Gardening Business" by Paul Power is an excellent resource for all the information you need to know about starting and running a garden business.

The pricing strategy will depend on the type of work you do. For regular garden maintenance jobs, it is recommended to charge an hourly rate that includes separate charges for waste removal, chemical usage, and petrol usage if applicable. For one-off or irregular jobs, you can offer a fixed price based on the specific task.

For private customers and general garden maintenance, charging an hourly rate is often preferred. However, for commercial customers or irregular annual work, quoting per job or offering fixed prices may be more suitable.

The hourly rate you charge will depend on factors such as your qualifications and experience, as well as the going rate in your area. It is important to be competitive with other local businesses while still ensuring you make a profit.

Having qualifications and experience in gardening and horticulture will allow you to charge a higher rate. The more specialized services you can offer, such as landscaping, the more you can justify charging a higher rate. Make sure to continually improve your knowledge and skills to provide a high-quality service.