The Landscaping Podcast

In Episode 24, Landon sits down to ask Zac a few questions...

He asks what people actually want answered, about the green industry, what separates average crews from elite ones, and what it really looks like to work at Landscaping Unlimited.

We discuss expectations, culture, work ethic, growth, and the mindset required to build a career in an industry that rewards those who show up, learn quickly, and take pride in results.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to thrive in landscaping, or you’re thinking about joining a crew and want the truth before you commit, this one is for you.

In this episode of The Landscaping Podcast, Shay and Zac break down the three most common and most silent mistakes that are quietly destroying properties across Eastern North Carolina, long before homeowners ever see the damage.

We cover:

1️⃣ Ignoring Water Control

Overwash, fungus, erosion, flooding…

It all comes back to poor drainage. If water isn’t controlled, nothing else on your property matters.

2️⃣ Choosing the Wrong Plants

Bad plant selection can wreck a landscape.

From roots crushing pipes and drains to overcrowding and premature die-off, we explain why planning matters more than impulse buying at big-box stores.

3️⃣ Neglecting Real Landscape Design

Your property should serve you.

When homeowners skip proper design, they end up with a yard that doesn’t fit their lifestyle, their home, or their long-term goals.

This episode will help you avoid thousands of dollars in preventable repairs — while showing what a well-designed property can truly do.

In this episode of The Landscaping Podcast, Shay and Zac look back on Bath’s 40th Anniversary Christmas Parade and what it meant to roll through town as Landscaping Unlimited;

Float, Buddy the Elf, trains, were all great, but the real impact wasn’t the lights or the cameras; it was the letters.

As they read what kids were asking for this Christmas, one theme stood out: They don’t just want presents; they want parents who are present.

Shay and Zac break down what that means for dads who run businesses, how to balance the grind with showing up at home, and why being seen by your kids matters more than being “successful” in the eyes of strangers.

If you’re a father, a business owner, or both, this episode is a reminder to make sure your work serves your family, not the other way around.

Most homeowners think landscaping is an expense.

The truth?

When it’s done right, with planning, precision, and premium craftsmanship, landscaping becomes one of the smartest long-term investments you can make.

Not just for your property and bank account, but also for your peace of mind...

In today’s solo episode, Zac breaks down why premium landscaping actually saves you money, prevents major headaches, and protects your home’s long-term value.

He also shares how you can ensure the company you are working with is going to provide the value you deserve, and solve the problem you have.

This week on The Landscaping Podcast, Zac goes solo to break down what the Christmas season really means for families, communities, and business owners.

With Bath celebrating its 40th Anniversary Christmas Parade, Landscaping Unlimited is stepping up, not just to decorate a float, but to show what it looks like when a company fully commits to the people it serves.

In this episode, Zac dives into the deeper meaning behind traditions, why consistency matters more than ever, and how the values we celebrate during the holidays are the same values that build strong teams, strong leadership, and strong local businesses.

From community involvement to the responsibility of serving others, this is a powerful reminder that Christmas isn’t just a date on the calendar—it’s an opportunity to show up with purpose.

If you want an episode that blends leadership, service, and holiday energy, this is the one. Tune in, share it with a friend, and come see LSU in the Bath Christmas Parade.

In Episode 19, Shay runs solo and breaks down one of the most underrated decisions in the landscaping and hardscaping world: box trucks vs enclosed trailers vs. open trailers.

Whether you’re a new landscaper building your first setup or a veteran expanding your fleet, Shay lays out the real-world pros, cons, hidden costs, and daily workflow differences that can make or break your efficiency.

He covers:

• 🚚 Box Trucks security, organization, fuel cost, branding, and the “mobile shop” advantage
• 🚛 Enclosed Trailers weather protection, branding space, loading/unloading realities
• 🛻 Open Trailers affordability, accessibility, and the speed factor
• 💰 What actually saves you money long-term
• 🛠️ Which setup Shay prefers for North Carolina’s climate and why
• ⚠️ The most common mistakes crews make when choosing equipment
• 📈 How each option impacts job speed, employee performance, and operational flow

If you’re in landscaping, hardscaping, or lawn care, THIS episode will help you build a smarter fleet, not just a bigger one.

Tune in and learn what setup will elevate your business in 2025 and beyond.

In this solo episode, Shay breaks down one of the biggest challenges, and biggest advantages, a landscaping and hardscaping company can have: hiring the right people for the right roles.

Instead of filling spots just to fill them, Shay explains why role-specific talent, skillsets, and mindset matter more than ever. He covers:

• Why hiring fast creates long-term problems
• The difference between “help” and real skilled team members
• How clear roles create efficiency, quality, and fewer mistakes
• What happens when expectations aren’t matched with ability
• Why the right person in the right seat can elevate the entire crew
• How Landscaping Unlimited is raising its internal standards

Whether you’re a business owner, a crew leader, or someone looking to get into the industry, this episode shows you exactly why smart hiring is the backbone of any company that wants to grow.

Tune in, take notes, and level up your team.

In this Thanksgiving special, Zac sits down solo to talk directly with the landscaping community; owners, crew members, supporters, and every person who’s been part of the Landscaping Unlimited journey this year.

This episode is all about appreciation, perspective, and the reality that even on the hardest days, pressure can be turned into opportunity if you choose to look at it that way.

Zac breaks down what gratitude actually looks like inside a blue-collar business, why tough seasons are often the ones that make you better, and how to carry that mindset into the end of the year.

He shares insights from the field, lessons from the company’s growth, and a real look at what’s coming next for the LSU podcast, social media, and the work the team is putting in behind the scenes.

Whether you’re listening on the job site, in the truck, or at home with family, this episode is a reminder that we don’t just work landscapes...

We build lives, teams, and stories worth being proud of. Thanks for being part of it. Happy Thanksgiving from Landscaping Unlimited Inc.

Stress is baked into the landscaping industry.

We have weather delays, tight timelines, overloaded schedules, equipment failures, payroll, and customers all hitting you at once.

In this episode of the Landscaping Unlimited Podcast, Shay and Zac break down how they handle stress in real time, from job-site chaos to office headaches, without burning out or turning bitter.

Their experience (stress) is the same, but their way of handling it is entirely different: Shay internalizes it and uses it as fuel, while Zac turns to Stoicism and disconnects his internal from the chaos of the external.

They talk through the difference between “good pressure” that sharpens you and “bad stress” that eats you alive, share practical ways to protect your mindset, lead your crew, set boundaries with clients, and explain why ignoring stress is the fastest way to ruin a good thing.

If you’re a landscape business owner, foreman, parent, spouse, or crew member who feels like you’re always one call away from snapping, this one’s for you.

Listen in, share this with someone on your team, and make sure to follow Landscaping Unlimited Inc. on social and visit our website to stay plugged into new episodes, resources, and upcoming giveaways.

In this episode, Shay and Zac take on one of the most controversial debates in modern landscaping: Is electric equipment finally ready to replace gas?

We break down why Landscaping Unlimited is putting an entire commercial lawn crew on 100% electric handhelds in 2026, not for clout, not for marketing, but to get actual field data no one else is sharing.

You’ll hear the real pros, the real failures, and the questions every landscaper and property manager SHOULD be asking before switching to electric.

You’ll learn:

• Why quiet equipment matters more than people think
• What electric gets right, and where it falls apart
• How runtime, charging, and battery rotation REALLY work
• Whether electric tools can survive full-season abuse
• Why the future of landscaping equipment is hybrid, not one-sided

Whether you run a crew, own a business, or manage commercial property, this episode gives you the insight you’ve been waiting for.

Send us your take: Would you trust an all-electric landscaping crew?