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Halmer Group; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Halmer Group is seeking an experienced gardener to maintain high-end private gardens in South West London and Surrey. You will focus on detailed horticultural maintenance, ensuring each garden looks its best throughout the seasons with careful plant selection and year‑round interest.

You’ll work independently, manage your daily schedule, and provide a professional service at clients’ homes, maintaining exceptional presentation standards and a courteous approach.

Qualifications

• Good practical gardening experience and strong plant knowledge.
• Able to manage workload and maintain high standards.
• Passion for maintaining private gardens with seasonal care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain one to two high-end private gardens daily across SW London and Surrey.
• Carry out detailed garden maintenance across beds, borders, containers and planted areas.
• Maintain planting schemes for year‑round interest and healthy plants.
• Prune shrubs, climbers, roses, hedges and perennials.
• Lawn care including mowing, edging, feeding, scarifying and seasonal treatments.
• Monitor plant health for pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Seasonal planting, mulching, staking and general maintenance.
• Maintain terraces, pathways and outdoor living areas.
• Monitor water features and assist irrigation checks.
• Operate horticultural machinery safely and independently.

Skills

Practical gardening experience

Plant knowledge

Attention to detail

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced gardener who takes pride in their work and enjoys having the time to properly care for each garden.

You'll typically visit just one or two gardens each day, allowing you to focus on detailed horticultural maintenance rather than rushing between multiple sites.

You'll be trusted to manage your own workload, maintain excellent standards and ensure each garden looks its best throughout the seasons.

This role would suit someone with good practical gardening experience, strong plant knowledge and a genuine passion for maintaining beautiful private gardens.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain one to two high-end private gardens each day across South West London and Surrey
• Carry out detailed garden maintenance across beds, borders, containers and planted areas
• Maintain planting schemes to provide year-round interest and healthy plant development
• Prune shrubs, climbers, roses, hedges and perennials
• Carry out lawn care including mowing, edging, feeding, scarifying and seasonal treatments
• Monitor plant health and identify potential pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies
• Carry out seasonal planting, mulching, staking and general garden maintenance
• Maintain terraces, pathways and outdoor living areas
• Monitor water features and assist with irrigation system checks
• Operate horticultural machinery safely and responsibly
• Work independently and manage your daily schedule effectively
• Maintain exceptional presentation standards across every garden
• Provide a professional and courteous service when working at clients' homes

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