With over 9½ years of horticultural experience, I have developed a practical understanding of which plants perform well in different conditions and how to create gardens that suit each client's requirements.
A gardener should provide more than labour. My aim is to help you develop a garden that is attractive, practical and, where possible, easier to maintain in the future.
Whether you would like:
- a colourful, low-maintenance garden,
- a wildlife-friendly garden,
- a traditional cottage garden,
- or help managing an existing mature garden,
I can tailor my services to meet your needs and budget.
Working With Existing Gardens
Many gardens contain plants that have sentimental value or have been established for many years. Rather than recommending unnecessary removal, I prefer to assess what is already growing and improve the garden by working with its existing structure wherever possible.
Small changes can often make a significant difference while preserving the character of your garden.
Plant Selection
Over the years I have built knowledge of more than 500 different plants, sourcing ideas from specialist nurseries, garden centres and established gardens.
This allows me to recommend suitable plants for your garden based on:
- soil conditions,
- light levels,
- moisture levels,
- maintenance requirements,
- wildlife value,
- colour and seasonal interest,
- and your personal preferences.
Whether you're looking for a complete redesign or simply want advice on improving an existing border, I can help you select plants that will thrive in your garden.
A yearly calendar and seasonal work schedule can also be provided, helping you understand what to expect throughout the year and ensuring your garden receives the right care at the right time.
General Garden Maintenance throughout the year
Hedge Pruning within the season of per shrub
Weeding, mainly throughout the year
Weed Spraying, Early Spring to late Autumn
Tree Pruning, only at a certain height dependent of the name
Woodland and wildlife habitats to encourage diversity to your garden
Seasonal Displays throughout the year (Wildflowers, Annuals and Herbaceous and shrubs etc
Lawns, seeding, turfing and treatments dependent on assessment beforehand. Application to Enhance soil and weeds. It's something I haven't done for a couple of years due to the dry UK climate
Rose Pruning Maintenance Autumn to late spring
Soil, moisture, temperature testing for the best results of the plant
Dividing plants mainly in spring and mid to late Autumn when soil conditions are cooler and maintain moisture
Feeding Plants at specific times of the year. Garden centre products using stock the required formulas,
Sow Seeds, Seed Collection and Take Cuttings Dependent on the plant
Tree Pollarding up to 3meters in height
Preparing Allotments throughout the year. vegetables from the previous years, in pots that have died can be applied to the open space for the frost to break up the clumps
Netting and protecting Crops: Applications such as airborne attack from birds and ground attack from slugs can be rectified depending on what it is?
Soil Rotovating mainly done late winter to early spring. There is little use turning over soil without added ingredients such as mulch.
Jobs during quiet periods may be unrelated to horticulture.
When quiet or weather disruption could be unrelated to horticulture
When quiet or weather disruption could be unrelated to horticulture.