Although the final product is basic irrigation and beautification of a property, the landscape contractor is knowledgeable in bidding, grading, trees, wood, concrete, flatwork, and more. On a large job, a landscape contractor can subcontract with between 50 and 60 trades. Selling and business skills. How to collect from people. How to read design plans.
Landscaping is very labor intensive.
How to get the most bang for the buck. To maximize efficiency. Good drafting background. Need to relay concepts on paper. Landscape contracting is very competitive.