Materials and literature A broad range of professionally-produced material helps your business in two ways as valuable reference material and effective promotion to consumers. Simply use the order form on page 98 Bumper sticker Come in small and large sizes. Free for members. Order for free online at www.horttrades.com/gfl. Truck decals and window clings Advertise your LO membership on the outside of your vehicle or in the window of your office. Free with membership. Order for free online at www.horttrades.com/gfl. Professional member labels Show off your membership on mailing, invoices and business cards. Free with membership. Order for free online at www.horttrades.com/gfl. Landscape Ontario flag Show your pride in your Association! $45 each. Order form on page 98. Licence plate holders Your customers will know you are a professional member of Landscape Ontario. Free with membership. Order for free online at www.horttrades.com/gfl. Membership certificates Display your certificate to clients in your office or portfolio. It tells them you are an approved member of a select group of companies. Free with membership. CNLA membership directory LO members automatically become members of the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association and are listed by province in this national publication. (Note: LO dues must be paid by Nov. 1 to be listed in this directory). Members receive a free copy of the directory. Advertise the industry Landscape Ontario has a wide range of brochures available that promote industry events and educational programs such as apprenticeship, certification and safety groups. Call the LO office and promote the industry at your next event. Landscape Ontario Member Handbook 2011 21
Guide To Landscape Ontario Membership plaques Active and Associate members are recognized with membership plaques. One free with membership. Order additional plaques for $25 each on page 98. Thank you cards Send notes to your customers after completing the job. Include a business card so they can refer you to a neighbour or friend. Order 100 cards for $25 on page 98. First aid kit Keep one in every truck! Regular Kit, $30 each. With mouth barrier, $35. Order on page 98. Clothing See page 12 to order clothing bearing the Landscape Ontario logo from LO s endorsed supplier, Mulligan Marketing. For reference A REFERENCE GUIDE FOR LIGHTING SPECIFICATIONS Common Insect Pests and Diseases A 16-page booklet with full-colour photo graphs illustrates common groups and types of insects and diseases that attack ornamental trees and shrubs. 1-9... $6.00 ea 10+... $5.00 ea Industry Safety Manual Essential tool for avoiding injuries on the job. Compact size, quick reference with emergency phone numbers. An excellent training manual to keep your employees safe. LO Member... $8.00 ea Educational Institution... $9.00 ea Regular... $11.00 ea Irrigation Specifications Developed by the Irrigation Commodity Group a great reference for contractors. Available FREE for download at www.horttrades.com Reference Guide for Developing Planting Details Complete with large diagrams on how to properly plant caliper trees and evergreens. 1-9... $5.00 ea 10-50... $2.00 ea 50+... $1.50 ea Reference Guide for Lighting Specifications A general specification guide for 12-volt night-lighting for contractors, owners and developers. Available FREE for download at www.horttrades.com 22 Landscape Ontario Member Handbook 2011
Reference Guide for Selecting and Handling Plant Material An essential resource for the proper evaluation of planting sites and selection of plant material. 1-9... $5.00 ea 10-50... $2.00 ea 50+... $1.50 ea Safety Video An excellent safety training video for your employees. A great refresher for the start of each season and a great way to keep your employees safe. LO Member... $19.95 ea Potential Member... $29.95 ea Snow and Ice Maintenance Contract This piece was developed to be fair to both the contractor and the property owner with regard to slip and fall claims, damages and the amount of work to be performed. Available FREE for download at www.horttrades.com C o n t a i n e r G A R DE N I NG Containers allow you to bring the garden to the deck, patio, steps, driveway or the front entranceway. By using hanging containers, colour can be added to sheds, garages any place you can mount a bracket! Getting started: The first step is to select an appropriate container. A drain hole is a must and after that just about anything goes. Containers come in plastic, wood, fiberglass, iron, cement, stone and more. Extra work is needed to keep smaller containers watered as plants grow, while larger containers allow you to use a more diverse selection of plants, and are easier to keep moist. Always use a light growing medium (soilless mix). This allows water to flow easily and provides the roots with sufficient air. Most commercially available mixes are a blend of peat moss, vermiculite and perlite. Some brands incorporate fertilizer into the mix, while others add a polymer, which expands and retains moisture. Do not use garden soils that are too heavy and may contain weed seeds. If using a large container, fill the bottom third to half with a less expensive ingredient such as pine mulch. Most annuals will survive quite well in 30 cm (12 ) of soil. Know the light conditions of the spot where you intend to place the container. Most annuals will not do well in heavy, all-day shade, while shade loving annuals don t like sun at the peak of the day, but do very well with some morning or late afternoon sun. In May, newly planted containers may require watering every two to four days, As the plants establish, increasing in size and filling the containers with heavier roots, watering needs will increase. Water thoroughly each time you water. It may be necessary to water daily, particularly in the summer and especially those containers that are 30 cm (12 ) or smaller. Over O ve r: Step -b y-step window box What is Green for Life? Why should I use a Landscape Ontario Green for Life member company? For your customers Colour How-to Series Ideal for garden centres. Show your customers you care about their success. These two-sided, colour sheets are full of tips and tricks to ensure long life and good health for the plants they buy from you. Titles available: Container Gardening, Fragrant Plants, Japanese Maples. 1-12 pkg. of 50... $5.45/ea 12-24 pkg. of 50... $5.00/ea 25+ pkg. of 50... $4.45/ea Enjoy the Landscape & Gardening Experience Explains the benefits of hiring a professional LO member and includes tips for selecting landscape, grounds maintenance and lawn care contractors. Pkg. of 100...$30.00 What is Green for Life? Share your excitement about GFL with your customers. This flyer explains why your customers should hire an LO member and how they can benefit from having an outstanding outdoor living space. Bundle of 100...$20.00 Easy ways to order Simply complete the order form on page 98 with your list of items, shipping address and payment information. Landscape Ontario Member Handbook 2011 23
How-to Leaflets Ideal for garden centres. Answer your customers most often asked questions expertly and inexpensively on everything from watering to overwintering and pruning. Each of the 50 titles has been written by a professional. View the order form on page 98 to see the list of titles 10 pads of 50... $3.00/ea 25 pads of 50... $2.75/ea 50 pads of 50... $2.50/ea 100 pads of 50... $2.25/ea Industry Labour Rate Cards Standard industry charge-out rates in a card format for business or consumer use. A great reference. Conveniently hole punched to keep in a three-ring binder. Pkg. of 100...$16.00 Interior Landscaping The key to a successful project is to be sure you are working with a credible, qualified contractor. This brochure educates your clients on the need for hiring a qualified interiorscape designer or consultant. Pkg. of 100...$32.00 Landscape and Grounds Management Contractor Rating System Use this system to strengthen your bidding process. Includes evaluation worksheets for contractor prequalification and establishing a bidders list. Conveniently hole punched to keep in a binder. Pkg. of 100...$22.50 Planting Instructions Tips and helpful hints for consumers on how to successfully plant and care for new nursery stock. Pkg. of 100...$10.00 Pkg. of 500...$30.00 Pkg. of 1000...$50.00 Selecting a Landscape Contractor Arm customers with a step-by-step questionnaire when they are looking for a professional contractor. Places importance on references, CHT designations, insurability and reputation. Pkg. of 100...$30.00 Selecting an Irrigation Contractor Lists qualifications that consumers may not think about, when looking for a qualified and professional contractor. This attractive colour brochure also explains how modern irrigation systems conserve water. Pkg. of 100...$32.00 Reference Binder Includes one printed copy of all promotional and reference materials. Great to order from. (Excludes Industry Safety Manual and How-To Leaflets). Each...$45.00 24 Landscape Ontario Member Handbook 2011
2011 Order Form Please print or type name COmpany COLOUR HOW-TO LEAFLETS Container Gardening Fragrant Gardens Japanese Maples Prices: 1-12 pads = $5.45/pad, 12-24 pads = $5.00/pad, 25+ pads = $4.45/pad shipping Address City PROVINCE Postal Code Phone Fax ITEMS TO ORDER: DESCRIPTION / TITLE QTY. PRICE TOTAL PLEASE ALLOW 2 TO 4 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY. Subtotal $ Shipping $ 10.00 Subtotal $ HST (13%) $ TOTAL $ METHOD OF PAYMENT: q VISA q MASTERCARD q AMEX HOW-TO LEAFLETS 50 SHEETS PER PAD, TWO-SIDED AND HOLE PUNCHED FOR DISPLAYING 10 Tips For Longer Cut Flower Fun Annuals Autumn Colour in Your Garden Bonsai Climbing Vines Colour Spring To Fall: Six Basic Perennials Composting Forcing Bulbs Front Yard Design #21 Front Yard Design #22 Front Yard Design #23 Front Yard Design #24 Gardening For Moist Areas Herbs Interior Plants For Clean Air Inviting Birds To Your Garden Joy of Perennials Landscaping With Native Plants Ornamental Grasses Perennials For Cut Flowers Perennials For Shade Perennials For Your Garden Perennials For Your Rock Garden Perennials In Bloom - Month By Month Perennials in Winter Perennial Shade Garden Design Poinsettias Poisonous Plants Rhododendrons/Azaleas Rock Garden Plantings Rose Type and Pruning Safe Use of Pesticides Sowing Grass Seed Sunny Perennial Border Or Bed Tropical Foliage Plants Water Garden Design Water Lilies and Aquatic Gardens Winterizing Garden Ponds card number EXP. DATE Prices: 10 pads = $3.00/pad, 25 pads = $2.75/pad, 50 pads = $2.50/pad, 100 pads = $2.25/pad NAME ON CARD Easy Ways To Order: Please mail or fax this completed form to: FAX: Simply fill out this form and fax to (905) 875-3942 Be sure to include credit card information. MAIL: Feel free to photocopy this form and mail to: Landscape Ontario, Attn: Jane Leworthy 7856 Fifth Line South, Milton, Ontario L9T 2X8 98 Landscape Ontario Member Handbook 2011