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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

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.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

Varies by content area

Exam Fee

$125 (exam) + $175 (annual license) (Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI))

AL Landscape Exam Content Outline

25%

State Laws & Licensing

ADAI regulations, SLP licensing, bond requirements, permits, and Alabama contractor law

25%

Plant Materials & Installation

Plant selection for Alabama zones 7b-9a, soil amendment, planting techniques, and turf establishment

20%

Irrigation & Drainage

Irrigation design, backflow prevention, grading, drainage systems, and stormwater management

15%

Hardscape Construction

Paver installation, retaining walls, concrete flatwork, and landscape lighting

15%

Safety & Business

OSHA/worker safety, pesticide regulations, contracts, liens, and business management

How to Pass the AL Landscape Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Varies by content area
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: 2 hours
Exam fee: $125 (exam) + $175 (annual license)

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
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AL Landscape Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus on ADAI-specific regulations — the SLP licensing process, annual renewal requirements, and certified operator obligations

2Study Alabama-specific plant materials for USDA Zones 7b-9a, including bermudagrass, Live Oak, and Oakleaf Hydrangea

3Review Alabama's clay soil characteristics and the soil amendment techniques needed for successful planting

4Understand Alabama's mechanics' lien law — 6-month filing deadline and 6-month enforcement deadline

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.