Not sure what your garden needs next, or how to get the best from the plants you already have? Kate’s garden consultation service gives you clear, practical guidance and a plan you can act on, with options to progress into planting support and redesign.
All consultations are friendly, professional, and tailored to your garden, your time, and your budget.
A focused one hour visit to assess your garden and help you care for what is already there.
Included
1 hour face to face consultation at your garden
Gentle stroll around the garden to discuss condition, structure and problem areas
Plant identification and advice on what to keep, improve, move, reduce or remove
Practical next steps for seasonal care
Brief written follow up plan (sent by email)
Best for
New clients, inherited gardens, and anyone wanting confident direction without redesign work.
Everything in the Garden Health Check, plus a simple planting plan with light redesign elements and a return visit to help you get started.
Included
1 hour consultation as standard
A new planting plan for selected areas (for example borders, beds, entrance planting, pots)
Simple redesign elements where helpful (for example reshaping a bed edge, improving layers, adding focal points)
2 follow up appointments to support planting and positioning
Post planting care plan for establishment
Best for
Clients who like their garden overall, but want it to feel fuller, more seasonal, and easier to maintain.
A more complete transformation and a structured support package to help the garden establish properly.
Included
1 hour consultation as standard
Garden redesign plan (layout and planting direction across the full space, proportionate to garden size)
Detailed establishment and seasonal care plan
Up to 6 hours of follow up sessions to support planting, adjustments, and early aftercare guidance
Best for
Clients who want a clear “new chapter” for the garden, with hands on support to ensure it beds in well.
Important notes
Plant and materials costs: Plants, compost, mulch and materials are not included in consultation tiers unless quoted separately. We can advise on sourcing and suitable options.
What is not included
Hard landscaping, fencing, decking, paving, major tree work, waste removal, and specialist pest or disease treatments are not included unless separately agreed.
Preparation
After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire so we can tailor the visit to your garden and priorities. If possible, please have any existing garden plans and a couple of photos ready.
Service area
Based in Deal, Kent. Nearby areas are welcome. Travel charges may apply outside the local area.