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Key Facts: AL Landscape Exam
$125
SLP Exam Fee
ADAI
$175/yr
Annual License Fee
ADAI
8 Sites
Testing Locations Statewide
ADAI
100 Q
Practice Questions Available
OpenExamPrep
$10,000
Surety Bond (if applicable)
Alabama Licensing Board
Sample AL Landscape Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to review concepts for the AL Landscape exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1Which Alabama state agency administers the Setting of Landscape Plants (SLP) exam and issues horticulture professional services licenses?
2What is the annual cost of an Alabama horticulture professional services license?
3What is the fee for taking the Alabama SLP exam through the online computer-based testing format?
4In Alabama, a horticulture professional services license is issued to businesses that have a certified operator who has passed which exam?
5At how many testing sites across Alabama is the computer-based SLP exam available?
6What documentation must an SLP exam applicant in Alabama submit along with their exam application?
7In Alabama, which city hosts the ADAI office where in-person SLP testing can be completed?
8Which Alabama law requires contractors performing work valued above a certain threshold to hold a general contractor license in addition to any trade-specific licenses?
9What is the minimum surety bond amount typically required for an Alabama general contractor license that may apply to larger landscape projects?
10In Alabama, is formal education required to obtain the SLP license?
About the AL Landscape Exam
The Alabama Setting of Landscape Plants (SLP) exam tests knowledge of plant installation, irrigation systems, hardscape construction, soil management, grading and drainage, and ADAI horticulture regulations. A certified operator who passes the SLP exam is required for each licensed landscape planting business.
Exam sponsor: Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
Varies by content area
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
State Laws & Licensing
ADAI regulations, SLP licensing, bond requirements, permits, and Alabama contractor law
Plant Materials & Installation
Plant selection for Alabama zones 7b-9a, soil amendment, planting techniques, and turf establishment
Irrigation & Drainage
Irrigation design, backflow prevention, grading, drainage systems, and stormwater management
Hardscape Construction
Paver installation, retaining walls, concrete flatwork, and landscape lighting
Safety & Business
OSHA/worker safety, pesticide regulations, contracts, liens, and business management
Preparing for the AL Landscape Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Varies by content area
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $125 (exam) + $175 (annual license) Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Alabama SLP exam?
The Setting of Landscape Plants (SLP) exam is administered by ADAI and required for businesses engaged in landscape planting in Alabama. The computer-based exam is available at 8 testing sites across the state for $125.
Do I need a degree to get the Alabama SLP license?
No formal education is required. You must demonstrate sufficient knowledge and competency through a written statement of training and experience, then pass the SLP written examination.
How much does the Alabama horticulture professional services license cost?
The annual license fee is $175. The SLP exam costs $125. You may also need a $10,000 surety bond if your work exceeds the general contractor licensing threshold.
Where can I take the SLP exam?
The computer-based exam is available weekly at 8 testing sites across Alabama, plus the ADAI office in Montgomery. Register at apply.adaitesting.com.