What Are The Wages And Benefits?

In British Columbia, the median annual salary for Landscaping & grounds maintenance labourers is $41,712.  Hourly wages can range from $15.20 - $32.31. 

In BC’s regions, you can expect to make:

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Table from Job Bank Wage Report

Gardeners who work for themselves have the potential to earn the most money but are more financially vulnerable when work is scarce. If you work for landscape contractors and other large companies, you have better job security but typically receive lower salaries. In most climates, gardening is seasonal; many gardeners are laid off during the winter months.

Sources: WorkBC and Career Cruising