Having completed my degree in French and Business Studies, I worked as an Account Manager in the Financial Services and Recruitment Industries before following my passion for gardening. I completed the RHS L2 & L3 Certificates in Practical Horticulture whilst working part-time. I helped establish and now jointly maintain the allotment on the set of Emmerdale in the evenings/weekends as well as managing my own garden and allotment (see photos below).
I am also a member of The Gardeners Guild. ‘The Gardeners Guild (TGG) is a national trade network for qualified gardeners. Established in 2006, TGG maintains a register of certified gardeners who offer garden and grounds maintenance as part of their services. TGG provides you with greater assurance when selecting a gardener. TGG members must hold at least one government endorsed horticultural qualification equal to Ofqual Level 2 Certificate or higher and are required to abide by the terms of membership. As a client of Thrive Gardening Services you can be confident that you have chosen a gardener who has been officially trained and formally assessed to meet high horticultural standards.’
