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Frequently Asked Questions
You can trust that your garden is in skilled, qualified hands:
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RHS Certified
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NPTC Qualified
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Members of The Gardeners’ Guild
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Fully Insured
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Organic & Regenerative Principles
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100+ Gardens Under Active Care
Local & Practical Garden Knowledge
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“What are some good local nurseries or garden centres near Sevenoaks/Tonbridge/Tunbridge Wells/Longfield”
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“Do I need planning permission to put a garden room in Kent?”
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“Who can help me design and maintain my garden sustainably?”
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Lifestyle & Garden Use
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“How do I create an outdoor dining area that works year-round?”
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“Can I turn part of my garden into a wildflower meadow?”
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“Ideas for stylish small garden layouts in Kent cottages?”
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“How do I make my garden child/pet-friendly and still look good?”
Garden Maintenance Help
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“How do I restore a neglected garden?”
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“What’s the best way to edge a lawn cleanly?”
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“When and how do I scarify the lawn?”
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“Do I need to mulch in autumn or spring?”
Weather & Soil Conditions
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“Why is my Kent garden waterlogged?”
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“How do I improve drainage in clay soil?”
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“What’s the best compost for alkaline soil?”
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“How often should I water my plants during a Kent summer?”
Wildlife-Friendly & Organic Gardening
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“How can I attract more bees and butterflies?”
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“What are the best pollinator-friendly plants for Kent gardens?”
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“How do I make a wildlife pond?”
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“What’s the best organic slug control method?”
Grow Your Own
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“How do I start a kitchen garden in a small Kentish garden?”
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“What vegetables grow well in raised beds in Kent?”
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“Can I grow citrus or fig trees in Kent’s climate?”
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“Best fruit trees for a south-facing wall in Kent?”
Garden Planting Design & Aesthetics
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“How do I create a low-maintenance cottage garden look?”
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“What plants thrive in clay/chalky soil in Kent?”
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“Can you help me design a border for year-round colour?”
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“What are good plants for a shady north-facing garden?”
Seasonal Gardening Advice
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“What should I plant in my Kent garden in spring/autumn?”
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“When should I prune roses/lavender in the South East of England?”
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“Is it too early to sow seeds outdoors in Kent?”
Drought Tolerant Gardening
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“What are the best drought-resistant plants for my sunny Kent garden?”
Especially relevant with increasingly dry summers in the South East.
Dealing with Weeds & Invasives
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“How do I get rid of bindweed or ground elder organically?”
Common problems in mature Kent gardens with established beds.
Small Space & Courtyard Gardening
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“How can I make the most of a small courtyard garden in Kent?”
Especially in towns like Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, and Kings Hill, Kent where space is limited for some new home owners.
Evening Garden Atmosphere
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“What plants and lighting can I use to make my garden feel magical at night?”
Kent residents increasingly want their gardens to be usable and beautiful in the evenings too.