Some landscapers rely on referrals. Others post online or knock on doors. Most use a mix of whatever gets jobs coming in, especially when work slows or the season shifts.

This guide shares 15 practical ways to bring in more customers. All are based on what works when you need to stay booked in your area.

Top Proven Ways to Get Landscaping Jobs

These are the simple tools that still bring in steady work, things that don’t take much to get started, but go a long way in helping the right people find you. If you’re not sure where to begin, this is a good place to start.

1. Set Up a Google Business Profile

One of the easiest first steps you can take is getting your business on Google. It’s free, and it helps local homeowners find you when they search for help nearby.

When someone types “landscaper near me,” Google shows them a list of local businesses, with maps, reviews, and photos. That’s where you want to be.

In fact, 64% of consumers have used Google Business Profiles to find a business’s contact details.

Create your profile with your business name, phone number, service area, and a short description of what you do.  Upload a few photos of your work—even one or two before-and-after shots can go a long way. Ask a happy client to leave a short review.

Pro Tip: Mention your city or zip code in your business description to help you show up in local searches.

2. Create a Nextdoor Business Profile to Boost Local Referrals

Nextdoor is built around local trust. People use it to ask who’s reliable, post about neighborhood needs, or tag businesses they’ve worked with. That makes it a strong place to be visible, especially if you serve just a few zip codes.

And it’s trusted, 1 in 4 users say the ads on Nextdoor feel more trustworthy than on other platforms.

When you set up your profile, add before-and-after photos and include a brief description of the services you handle. Post seasonally if you can—things like “Fall cleanups now booking in [Your Town]” or “We’re replanting beds this week if anyone needs a quick refresh.”

Most importantly, thank people when they tag you. That kind of response keeps your name circulating without ever needing to promote yourself directly.

3. Leave Flyers Where Clients Already Go

If you prefer a hands-on approach, flyers are still a simple and effective way to get attention, especially in places your future customers already go. You don’t need to blanket mailboxes. 

Just focus on the spots where homeowners are thinking about their yards: nurseries, local hardware stores, garden centers, coffee shops, and even feed stores.

Here’s what to include on a flyer that gets picked up:

• One clear photo from a real job

• A short list of services (3–5 max)

• Your name, phone number, and service area

• A seasonal headline like:

  • “Spring Cleanups Now Booking”

  • “Mulch + Bed Replanting Available This Month”

Pro Tip: Add a QR code that links to your site or photo portfolio.

4. Use Yard Signs and Magnetic Car Wraps

Sometimes, the best way to get noticed is by simply letting people see your name around town. If you're doing good work in a neighborhood, a simple yard sign can quietly let passersby know who’s behind it.

You don’t need anything flashy. Just your business name, a short list of services, and a clear phone number. Keep it easy to read from a car.

Magnetic signs on your truck or trailer work the same way. Every time you drive between jobs or even park in front of your own house, you’re reminding the neighborhood that help is nearby.

5. Go Door-to-Door or Use Direct Mail

If you're comfortable getting out there in person, walking the neighborhood or sending a short note in the mail can still work.

Start simple. A small flyer or card with your name, services, and a seasonal offer is enough. You don’t need to knock on every door. Just choose a few blocks where you’ve worked before or where the yards clearly need some help.

If you're walking door-to-door, you don’t have to give a pitch. A quiet, “Hey, I’m working down the street. Thought I’d leave this in case you’re planning anything for the yard” is more than enough.

6. Use Social Media to Stay Visible

When people in your area need landscaping help, one of the first places they look is social media. That’s where they go to check photos, read reviews, and see if your style matches what they're looking for.
And for many Social Media users, especially younger ones, those posts matter.
63% of Gen Z and 49% of millennials say that reviews or ads on social media strongly influence who they hire.

You don’t have to be a content expert. A few thoughtful posts can go a long way. They show that you're active, local, and doing good work nearby.

Here are a few platforms to explore, and what each one can help you with:

• Instagram – A great place to post before-and-after shots or short videos from your recent projects.

• Facebook – Useful for setting up a business page, joining local homeowner groups, and responding to job requests.

• TikTok – Works well for short, visual clips that show the progress or detail of your work.

• LinkedIn or X – If you offer commercial services, these platforms are helpful for staying in front of business and property owners.

Here’s what kind of posts work well for landscapers:

• Before-and-after photos of the same yard from two angles

• Client testimonial posts, either a written review or a 10-second video

• Progress videos from start to finish—especially for patios or bed installs

• Updates about seasonal work, like: “Spring cleanups open this week in [City]”

Read More: 11 Social Media Marketing Strategies for Lawn Care and Landscaping

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Ways to Grow through Local Relationships

Working with others is one of the most natural ways to grow. When you connect with people who already serve homeowners like realtors, builders, or local suppliers, you open the door to referrals that can turn into steady, local jobs. 

This section shares ways to make those connections work for your business.

7. Meet Every Landscaping Dealer in Town

Nurseries, garden centers, and supply shops often talk to homeowners before a project begins. A quick introduction can help them remember your name when someone asks for help.

Say what kind of work you do, where you take jobs, and leave a card they can share.

8. Network with Realtors, Builders, and Property Managers

Some jobs start when someone simply needs help fast. Real estate agents may need to clean up the property before showing it. 

Builders might want a fresh finish on a new property. Property managers often look for someone they can call more than once.

Let them know the kind of work you take on and the areas you serve.

How to approach:

• Email: “I’m a local landscaper who does cleanups and installs. If you ever need someone last-minute or for a quote, I’m nearby and reliable.”

• Offer a first-job discount to start the relationship.

9. Reach Out to Churches, Strip Malls, and Complexes

Many commercial or nonprofit properties don’t have a go-to landscaping crew. Walk in, ask to speak with the person in charge, and offer a quote. 

Bring a small portfolio or printed before-and-after shots.

Script: “I live nearby and noticed your property could use some seasonal touch-ups. I run a local landscaping business—can I send a quick quote?”

10. Subcontract for Builders and General Contractors

General contractors and builders often bring in landscapers to complete a project before it’s handed over. They don’t always post public jobs. You have to reach out directly. Offer to be their go-to crew for installs, grading, or drainage prep.

Pro Tip: Let them know if you’re open to working evenings or weekends. That kind of flexibility helps when a site needs to stay on schedule

11. Partner with a Digital Marketing Agency

If you hate online promotion, partner with someone who excels at it. Offer a small trade (e.g., free work at their office) in exchange for basic ad setup or website help. Or pay them a small commission per lead.

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A Few More Smarter Ways to Bring Customers

These ideas don’t always show up on checklists, but they work. Each one is simple to try, and helps more people see your name, your work, or your values. Pick one that fits what you’re already doing, and let it open the door to something new

12. Do a Free Job for a Local Nonprofit

If you have a bit of room in your schedule, offering your services to a local nonprofit can go further than any ad. 

A small cleanup at a dog shelter, community space, or school garden can turn into a trusted mention online or a post in their newsletter, introducing you to dozens of new people.

It’s a simple way to show what you care about, while also letting your work be seen in a meaningful place

13. Run Simple Video Ads or Reels

You don’t need editing skills or special equipment to show people what you do. A quick video on your phone—before and after a job, or while planting a new bed—can help someone see your work in a way that photos can’t.

Boost it on Facebook or Nextdoor for $10. Target local zip codes only.

14. Build a Landscaping Referral Program

Let clients know that if someone they refer books a job, you’ll take a little off their next service—$25 off or a percentage works well. You can mention it at the end of a job, add it to your invoice, or include it in a follow-up message.

It’s a quiet way to thank people who already trust you, while bringing in the kind of clients who trust them too

Bonus: Reward the new client, too. A 10% off works well.

Also Read: How to Effectively Market Your Landscaping Business

15. Build or Borrow a Showroom

Got a space to show off your work? Even one patio, rock wall, or plant layout can act as a live demo area. If not, ask a local nursery if you can co-brand a small display.

What to show: Stone types, border ideas, lighting placement, and plant options.

Keep Finding the Jobs That Fit You

There’s no single way to bring in steady work. But when people see what you do and hear your name from someone they trust, it gets easier. 

Every small step you take to stay visible builds toward the kind of client base that keeps your schedule full and your work steady.

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