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, companionship and support with gardening.
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, understanding 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
Sessions are adapted to your needs. This may be physical help or improving access to an outdoor space
Together we can:
- Change garden layouts
- Find suitable tools
- Plant for beauty and accessibility
People living with dementia
Sessions are tailored to your garden or indoor space and focus on ways you can enjoy gardening.
This includes:
- Focusing on your interests and experience
- Building confidence and motivation to get back into the garden
- No pressure and no expectations
- Setting practical, manageable goals
- Breaking tasks into small steps and working at your pace
We can meet in the morning if that works best for you.
People with long-term illness
- Activities are adjusted based on how you feel
- Respond to energy levels and wellbeing
- Trauma informed approaches
Neurodivergent people
- Sessions are planned to reduce stress and overwhelm
- Support with:
- Planning
- Communication
- Timekeeping
- Gardens can be designed to reduce sensory overload
- We embrace special interests, like specific plants or wildlife
People feeling lonely, isolated or grieving
- Gardening time is just for you
- Sessions are relaxed and focused on practical goals
- There is no pressure to talk or act a certain way
What are the benefits?
You can:
- Enjoy gardening, whatever your level of experience
- Get some exercise and the mental health benefits of being in nature
- Build confidence and pride in what you grow
- Share a social experience while gardening together
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
- Repot houseplants
- Plan small garden projects
- Add raised beds or containers
- Create sensory or wildlife-friendly spaces
- Weed and prune
- Take a break for a coffee and a chat
A hassle free experience
You only 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 start from £40 per hour for one-to-one sessions, with a minimum booking of two hours. 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 