Perennial - Gardeners'​ Royal Benevolent Society

Managing money in a physical, seasonal industry like horticulture can be tough, especially when unexpected costs begin to rise 🌱 Luke is a full-time tree surgeon who’s worked hard to build his career, but recently he has found things more difficult. “I had to buy a few things for work and the house which I put on credit cards. Because of the high interest rates, what I owe is starting to get out of control. I can cover our main expenses, but it is getting tighter each month and I don’t know where to start.” Many people across horticulture will recognise this situation. Credit creeping up, higher costs, and the pressure of looking after your family can make it hard to know the right next step. If you have faced something similar, what helped you take back control of your finances? Your experience could make a real difference to others in the industry who may be feeling the same way. 💬 Share your thoughts and experiences here https://lnkd.in/eH4tmPue or in the comments below. #PerennialHelps #Horticulture #FinancialWellbeing #MoneyMatters #DebtSupport #TreeSurgeons #GreenCareers Horticultural Trades Association The Chartered Institute of Horticulture Grounds Management Association British Association of Landscape Industries Society of Garden + Landscape Designers (SGLD) Arboricultural Association British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA)

Starting out in horticulture can be both rewarding and challenging, especially early on in your career when managing money isn’t always easy 🌱 Emily, 22, is an assistant gardener who loves her job but is finding it hard to save. “I’m living paycheck to paycheck even though I’m at home with my parents. I’d really like to start saving for a place of my own, but I’m not sure where to start.” Have you been where Emily is now? Trying to make your money stretch while planning for the future? What helped you start saving or feel more in control of your finances? We’d love you to share your tips, experience and advice to help others starting out in horticulture. Add your thoughts here https://lnkd.in/ebBPrQq3 or in the comments below 💬 #PerennialHelps #Horticulture #MoneyMatters #SavingTips #FinancialWellbeing

Are you a business owner or HR professional in horticulture? Have you noticed more of your team struggling with stress, burnout or low mood? With mental wellbeing under pressure across the industry, now's the time to think about the support you offer. Join our free 30-minute session with MHFA England on Tuesday 11 November to explore how Mental Health First Aiders could support your team. ✅ National & sector-specific data on employee mental health ✅ How MHFA training can build a safer, more supportive environment ✅ The impact on engagement, retention & productivity Book for free today.

FREE Webinar for Horticulture Managers, Supervisors & Team Leaders 🌿 Support your team by having confident conversations about mental health 📅 Monday 6 October Many want to support their teams but worry about saying the wrong thing. This practical session, delivered with MHFA England, gives you the tools to talk with confidence 🌱 Book your free place now.

FREE Webinar for Horticulture Managers, Supervisors & Team Leaders 🌿 Delivered with MHFA England, this practical webinar gives you the tools to talk with confidence with team members about their mental wellbeing. Support your team by having confident conversations about mental health 📅 Monday 6 October Attendees have said they felt their knowledge and confidence in holding conversations with their teams doubled after attending the session 🌱 Register for your free place now.

Free training is available through Perennial to help a member of your team spot signs that a colleague might be struggling with their mental health 🌱 We’re offering 16 free places on an in-person Mental Health First Aider course for horticulture organisations across Scotland. 📅 10-11 November 📍 Ratho Park Golf Club, 15 minutes from Edinburgh Airport The two-day course will build confidence to recognise signs of poor mental health, start a conversation and signpost someone to appropriate support. Applications close Friday 23 October, or earlier if places are filled. Apply now for a free place.