Landscape Gardening

Landscape Gardening involves the creation of a green space using the provided materials and plants, in accordance with a detailed plan and specifications. Competitors are expected to demonstrate practical skills in soil preparation, planting, hard landscaping, and layout execution. The skill requires an understanding of design principles, plant care, the construction of timber and stone structures, and the ability to work efficiently and accurately. Attention to detail, creativity, and consideration of environmental factors are essential to successfully transform a plan into a visually appealing and functional outdoor space.

Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.

Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the Assessment Framework.

The Technical Description explains the competition structure, required skills, materials and equipment, and assessment areas. It helps competitors prepare for Abilympics Helsinki 2027.

The Abilympics Metz 2023 Pre-task Assignment may be used for practice. It does not describe the 2027 competition task or assessment requirements.

• 2023 Pre-task Assignment, Landscape Gardening (PDF) (opens in a new window)

Task Assignment is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.

• Released in February 2027

(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)

Person in charge of organising the skill.

Sanna Kivistö

Savo Vocational College (Sakky)

The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.

• Application period for judges in May 2026
• Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
• Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027