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11th May

Landscaping Challenges Due to the Pandemic

Supply Chain Interruptions

Many fields have faced unprecedented challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the landscaping services industry feeling our own effects as we prepare for the current season. Severe weather in many regions of the country has killed or badly damaged certain varieties of trees, shrubs, and perennials, creating shortages for planting this year. Some growing facilities have been forced to close all together, further limiting the selection. This comes at a time of increased nationwide demand, as many people discovered home gardening as a relaxing and rewarding way to escape the difficulties of last year, and are planning to continue into this new planting season. The experts at Gerbert & Sons view this as an opportunity to suggest and introduce alternatives new varieties for your property, using our relationships with suppliers and knowledge of available local options, including native plantings, to complement your existing landscape and minimize the impact of this shortage.

Welcoming Back and Adding to Our Team

Last year, the COVID-19 pandemic also impacted our valued workforce, as many were hesitant to return to landscaping sites when so much information about the virus was still uncertain. With Connecticut’s high vaccination rate and greater understanding of how to effectively control the spread of infection, we are happy to welcome back many of our loyal team as we move forward in 2021. We are anxious to rebuild our crew back to full force as quickly as possible, and are looking to add experienced, skilled members to our team. Please contact us if you are interested in joining the Gerbert & Sons family of landscape professionals.

Call us at (203) 324-3817 to enhance your property’s beauty or to become a member of the Gerbert & Sons team.

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