Nurture Group celebrates shortlist success at the Pro Landscaper Business Awards 2025

Grounds Maintenance Company – Nurture Landscapes

Nurture Landscapes has been shortlisted in the Grounds Maintenance Company category, highlighting our dedication to delivering high-quality green space management. The Grounds Maintenance Company award recognises the unsung heroes of our industry – those who diligently carry out the essential everyday maintenance tasks that often go unnoticed, with the highest level of precision and pride. The judges will be looking for a commitment to staff training and development, investment in apprenticeships, and contributions to corporate social responsibility.

Nurture’s expertise spans across commercial properties and places of work, retail and leisure spaces, and public parks and heritage sites, amongst many other. We pride ourselves on ensuring that each space is maintained to the highest standards and have earned a reputation for sustainable practices, investing in electric-powered equipment and eco-friendly solutions to reduce not only our own carbon footprint, but as a supplier to our valued clients.

Our commitment to biodiversity enhancement and client satisfaction has set us apart as a leader in the industry. This is showcased through our unique Green Solutions offering, which provides biodiversity and sustainability initiatives, supported by a programme of engaging and educational events which deliver tangible results which help our clients to meet their own ESG commitments and aspirations.

Employer of the Year – Nurture Group

Nurture Group’s shortlisting for Employer of the Year acknowledges the company’s strong commitment to our workforce. This category highlights the key elements of being a highly regarded employer and aims to recognise outstanding recruitment practices, positive employee experiences, and exceptional training and development opportunities, with a particular emphasis on the employment and retention of apprentices.

With a culture built on respect, diversity, and professional growth, the Nurture Group prioritises employee development through extensive training programmes, apprenticeships, and internal career progression opportunities. Actively supporting wellbeing and engagement, we create a workplace where colleagues feel valued and empowered. This nomination reinforces the Nurture Group’s reputation as an employer of choice within the horticulture and landscaping sectors.

Acquisition of the Year – Nurture Group & Tivoli acquisition

Nurture Group’s successful acquisition of Tivoli has earned it a place in the Acquisition of the Year category. This category aims to acknowledge investments or acquisitions made in the past two years that have created significant value and enabled a business to fully realise its potential.

The strategic acquisition of Tivoli has significantly expanded Nurture Group’s capabilities, enhanced service offerings and strengthened our national presence, all combined with retaining the skills and expertise of a local workforce. The integration of Tivoli has been executed seamlessly, with a focus on maintaining service excellence and upholding the values of both companies. This acquisition demonstrates Nurture Group’s ambition to lead the UK’s landscaping industry through collaboration and driving positive change.

Arboriculture Company of the Year – Gristwood and Toms

Gristwood & Toms, as one of the UK’s most reputable providers of arboriculture services, has been shortlisted for Arboriculture Company of the Year. This category aims to recognise the top arboriculture companies or specialist divisions. Entrants must showcase their dedication to the industry, strong staff retention and morale, and consistent adherence to best business practices.

Specialising in tree care and management, Gristwood & Toms provide expert tree surgery, surveying and consultancy, and planting and removal service, as well as tree pest and disease management. With a commitment to sustainability and safety, Gristwood & Toms use state-of-the-art technology to ensure responsible tree management across the UK. Their reputation for excellence and adherence to best practices in arboriculture have earned them industry-wide recognition, as has Gristwood & Toms award-winning in-house training academy which is helping to develop the next generation of expert arborists