This isn’t a traditional gardening service. It’s gardening with you — focused on the person and the process, not perfection.
What is it?
Gardening with you provides physical assistance, company and support with gardening. I primarily work in West Norfolk, particularly King’s Lynn, Downham Market, Swaffham, Castle Acre and surrounding villages. If you’re outside these areas, please do still get in touch — I’m often able to travel further afield.
I offer personalised, one-to-one support so you can garden at home. We might work an existing outdoor space, adapt your garden to meet your needs, or start an indoor project like planting window boxes or sowing seeds. Every session is shaped around your goals and interests.
How is this different to other gardening services?
This service is about the experience, not finishing jobs quickly.
I use ideas from horticultural therapy to help you get the benefits of gardening, such as exercise, being in nature, gaining confidence and doing something meaningful. Jobs might take longer, look different or remain unfinished. That’s OK.
Find out more about Gardening With You. Get in touch for a free consultation
Who is it For?
This service can be adapted for many people, including:
Disabled People
I help you create and enjoy a garden that works for you.
What I do:
- Adapt sessions to suit you – at your pace with no pressure
- Provide practical support with physical tasks
- Help design accessible planting and layouts
- Find and recommend tools that work for you
- Improve access to your outdoor space
- Work with you to create a garden you can enjoy independently
I understand that everyone’s access needs are different, and I adapt to what works best for you.
People living with dementia
I help you enjoy gardening in a way that works for you.
What I do:
- No pressure and no expectations
- Work at your pace
- Value your gardening knowledge and experience
- Build on what you already know
- Break tasks into small, simple steps
- Set goals that are right for you
People with long-term physical and mental illness
- Activities are adjusted based on how you feel
- Respond to energy levels and wellbeing
- Trauma informed approaches
Neurodivergent people
I help you enjoy gardening in a way that works for your needs.
What I do:
- Work at your pace with no pressure
- Welcome and support your special interests in plants or wildlife
- Help with planning, communication, and keeping track of time
- Break tasks into manageable steps
- Create a calm, predictable gardening session
- Design gardens that work with your sensory needs
People who miss getting out in the garden
You might be dealing with a difficult time in your life, feeling loneliness or grief, or finding it hard to get motivated on your own.
We can:
- Get back on top of your existing garden, or plan new projects
- Work together on jobs that are too much to do alone
- Have an active, meaningful break away from everything else going on in your life
What are the benefits?
- You get to enjoy gardening, whatever your experience level
- Gardening is great exercise
- Spend time in nature, and reap the benefits for body and mind
- Build your gardening knowledge and confidence
You also get:
- Support from a professional gardener
- Help with planning and physical tasks
- Creative solutions to make gardening work for you
- Reassurance for family and carers
This is not a sitting or befriending service. It is active, structured, and based on your interests.
Free consultation
I will come and meet you (and friends, family and carers) for a free consultation, so you can discuss what you want out of the service, and if it is right for you.
How It Works
Every session is planned together. We might:
- Plant flowers or vegetables
- Renovate existing flowerbeds and borders
- Repot houseplants
- Plan garden projects
- Add raised beds or containers
- Create sensory or wildlife-friendly spaces
- Weed and prune
- Take a break for a cuppa and a chat
A hassle free experience
You need:
- Comfortable clothes
- Suitable shoes
- A space to work (inside or outside)
I provide:
- Tools, gloves and safety equipment
- Session planning and adaptations
- Risk assessments and contingency plans (e.g. weather)
- Help with drinks or snacks if needed
- Cleaning up and keeping mess to a minimum
Who provides plants and materials?
Plants and materials (such as planters & compost) are not included in the service cost. I can help you choose what to buy and buy items for you if needed.
All costs are agreed in advance.
Do you offer group sessions?
Yes, group sessions are available for up to 15 people. If any attendees require carers, they should attend alongside them.
How much does your service cost?
Prices for Gardening With You start from £40 per hour for one-to-one sessions, with a minimum booking of two hours. Prices for for other gardening services are available here. Plants and materials such as pots and compost are charged separately, with all costs provided in advance.
Group sessions are priced based on the number of attendees and the materials required.
Get in touch
If you would like:
- More information
- To book a session
- To talk about your needs
Please get in touch for a free consultation.
Norfolk Lady Gardener 