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Planting Services

A seed is an embryonic plant waiting to grow, and one of the biggest pleasures of gardening is helping that seed develop into a living plant by providing warmth, light, air and moisture. Seeds don't even need food to begin with, as they have their own food supply until they can put down roots and draw nutrients and water from the soil. Many seeds are quite unfussy about the conditions that trigger growth, but others are more sensitive and require carefully controlled conditions to germinate. Unfortunately for gardeners, weeds tend to germinate readily without much help at all!

The most suitable date to sow your seeds will vary depending on the area in which you live, the weather and the type of plant you are growing. In colder northern areas of the UK, you may have to plant seeds several weeks later than in warmer, drier areas in the south. The recommendations you find on packets of seeds are a guide and should be considered alongside current weather conditions and what you know about your local area and previous results.

Hiring a Gardener for Planting

Planting is a garden task that is well within the scope of many amateur gardeners, providing they are physically able and have the time. However, if you require the services of a gardener, it is worth checking that they offer the type of planting work you need and have suitable knowledge for the job. One way to find a gardener in your local area is to ask neighbours, friends and family for recommendations. They may be able to suggest local gardening companies or gardeners they have used before.

Alternatively, you could use the internet or a local directory to search for a gardener. In this case, it can be useful to ask for references and view examples of previous work. You can also check for relevant qualifications such as LANTRA awards, City & Guilds, NPTC, RHS qualifications or membership of a relevant gardening organisation. In addition, check that they have Public Liability Insurance in case injury or damage to property occurs. Gardeners will typically charge around £10-£25 per hour depending on the job and their qualifications. Some gardeners may also have a minimum number of hours that they will work on a job, so if you only want one simple task completed, they may offer a fixed quote rather than an hourly rate.

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