About me

I grew up in the retro era when we only had 3 tv channels with no remote and it ran on 10p coins for so long. Music was played on a vinyl disc and tape cassettes, Radio stations where limited. My bike was called a chopper and I whore flare pants with massive pockets, Pe kit in one pocket and pack lunch in the other. My 10p mix of sweets in my back pocket. A 10p mix consisted of Black jacks, fruit salads, swizzles, 1p bubble gum, space ships which was made from a rice paper and sherbet filling, chocolate mouse, candy cigarette's, liquorice laces, & chocolate frog.

Playing out until the street lights came on, Getting punished in school with either the cane or the ruler on your hand , fingers or bottom, Or soap in the mouth if we spoke bad. Playing out all day on a skate board or in the country side was the norm. Eating jam butties & a drink of orange squash for lunch. Helping an older person home with their bags. Standing up on the bus so an older person, woman, girl could have your seat. Standing to attention when a police officer gave you a warning. Having a bath once a week, Eating meat on a Sunday, Thinking I was posh when we had Cheese on our beans on toast. Visiting your nan in the holidays was your holiday. Being grounded playing board games was a punishment.

Working for the Crown most of my working life after leaving school. Being a soldier for 5 years taught me discipline, structor, motivation & survival. Then Joining a postal service for over 30 years taught me how to treat people with dignity & respect. I learnt a lot about diversity, and culture. I am very grateful for the work I did for the two companies I was with. I have met some wonderful people along the way. My only wish was that I left 10 years earlier than I did to become a gardener. I have had some great little hobbies that I really enjoyed which I feel all pointed to the direction of being a gardener. I am still learning everyday even though I have a Diploma level 3 in Organic gardening and on my 6th Year in business. Reading books, magazines, watching tv, Instagram & YouTube is great to learn about the gardening world. However the best working experience is hands on and talking to the customers, Learning from RHS, books, shops  and garden centres and don't be afraid to talk to other great gardeners in your area picking up new ideas & skills.

I’m thrilled with my new career as a gardener. I wish I’d pursued this years ago. I’m incredibly fortunate to have wonderful customers of all ages who make me brews with honey and biscuits. My suppliers of equipment are great and my garage who repairs my vehicles are fantastic. My accountants are incredibly patient. I’ve also had fantastic people working for me, especially one who’s been amazing during difficult times.

My business is growing thanks to discipline, hard work, motivation and learning from past mistakes. Completing an organic gardening course and constantly learning at work has truly helped. My skills have increased tenfold in operating various machines, computer skills, health and safety, social media and commerce.

Knowing how to treat people nicely is crucial. I have great customers who motivate me and give me great satisfaction knowing I’m doing a fantastic job. If you see me parked up, whether I’m on my lunch break or visiting a customer, please stop by and say hello.