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Published on August 19, 2025
 

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​TEIL Awards — Applications Now Open (Deadline Sept 29)

 
Showcase your best work and earn statewide recognition. The Texas Excellence in Landscaping (TEIL) Awards are open now, with a deadline of September 29, 2025. Winners will be honored in January 2026 at the TNLA Awards Festival.
Why apply
  • Industry credibility: Stand out as a leader in landscaping.
  • Statewide promotion: Winners are highlighted across TNLA media and events.
  • Team pride: Celebrate your crew’s craftsmanship and results.
How to apply (simple 3-step process)
  1. Gather project photos — include before, during, and after to tell the full story.
  2. Tell the story — outline challenges, solutions, and measurable results.
  3. Submit online by Sept 29 — applications opened March 1, 2025.
Pro tips for stronger entries
  • Assign someone to capture progress photos on every job.
  • Highlight innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship—these elements stand out.
Apply here: TEIL
Questions? Contact [email protected]
 
 

Oct 3-5, 2025

​West Texas Workshop

TNLA and Region VI are partnering up to conduct the West Texas Workshop on October 2-3, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. Schedule of events and pricing information coming soon. Sponsorships are available. For Questions Contact Remmington Holt at [email protected] or call ​(806) 477-2605.​
 
 
 

​Texas Garden Retailer Awards — Applications Now Open (Deadline Oct 5)

 
Recognize your team, elevate your brand, and put your best work in front of the statewide industry. The Texas Garden Retailer Awards (TGRA) are officially open—and the entry is quick and straightforward.

Why enter
  • Credibility with customers and partners
  • Recognition for your staff’s work
  • Visibility you can leverage all year (web, social, in-store)
“This award is incredibly special because it acknowledges the hard work, passion, and dedication of our team.” — Mckenna Jenkins, Sales & Marketing Director, Alldredge Gardens

How to enter (takes about 20–30 minutes)
  1. Take 5–10 photos of your store/displays
  2. Complete the short entry form
  3. Submit online by Sunday, Oct 5
Enter here: tnlaonline.org/tgra.html
Brochure: Texas Garden Retailer Awards 2025 Brochure 

Quick tips from the judges’ perspective
  • Shoot on a bright day; include wide shots + close-ups of your best displays
  • If you’ve got fall décor up, include it—seasonal touches help tell your story

Questions? Contact [email protected] and we’ll point you in the right direction.
 
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