Finding a Gardener in Clackmannan: Bringing in some outside assistance to knock a tired and bedraggled garden back into shape is something many busy people have to do these days, especially after a long and blustery winter. When you take the plunge and do this, be careful who you choose. Do you call the "chap down the road" or an established local Clackmannan gardener? Whilst formal qualifications are not a requirement for gardeners, a professional is likely to have a wider range of knowledge than that "geezer down the road" and will have a reputation to uphold. The decision as they say is yours.
Gardeners who know their stuff will have respect for your garden and treat it much as they would their own. Therefore you should take your time in finding a gardener in the Clackmannan area who can be trusted. When you have a garden containing trees and shrubs needing expert care, this is even more important. Don't make do with any Tom, Dick or Harry, get yourself a decent gardener.
The routine jobs which need doing in the garden are likely to be much the same regardless whether your garden is small or big. These repeat jobs will have to be done a lot more often in springtime and summer, dying off to nothing by winter. Typical jobs that folk with gardens in Clackmannan require are weeding, general cleaning, lawn mowing and trimming hedges. More involved tasks might include: repairing fences, waste clearance, patio installation and driveway cleaning.
Gardeners rates vary, but professionals will probably set you back around £20 per hour, with that "geezer down the road" accepting perhaps £10 or £12 for the same time period. Gardening takes time and one hour will not be enough for most gardeners to make much progress on your garden. Sessions of 2 or 3 hours are standard for many gardeners in Clackmannan. This isn't surprising when you appreciate that they have to get to and from your house, load/unload, and resposibly dispose of your waste at the local recycling centre.
It should never be necessary to pay your gardener in advance of doing the work, give short shrift to anybody who asks for this. This rule may not apply with larger projects such as landscaping when payment of some money for materials is normal. It is quite normal for a gardener to request cash payment, rather than card or cheque, so make sure you have some to hand. Having proof of payment is essential to avoid quarrels about unpaid bills, so make sure you get a receipt.
A list of required tasks will help your gardener to plan his/her day, clearly lay out you exact requirements at the start. Ask your gardener about your specific garden conditions and get advice about the best plants to grow to get the perfect results. Some gardeners are not willing to dispose of all your garden waste, ensuring that yours will do this should be a priority.
If you are at home while the gardening is being done, keep your gardener supplied with drinks. Considerations like this will always be appreciated and will often result in a better standard of work. By chatting with your gardener you can start to establish a friendly relationship, this should enable you to immerse yourself in their ideas and soak up some of their gardening knowledge. As with most things in life, moderation is the key. Keep chats short and to the point so that they can get on with what they are there for.
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