This is the home of gardening know-how

Auntie Planty is a chartered horticulturist who offers a unique garden mentoring and plant problem-solving service, at your elbow and in your own garden.

Call her your garden coach/tutor, plant agony aunt or even your garden secret weapon – the results will be the same. Auntie Planty’s mission is to help you create a wonderful garden without breaking the bank so you can garden with confidence;

Auntie Planty will travel throughout West & South West London and Surrey. Questions further afield can be answered by email.

expert advice tailor made for your garden

how to prune your plants and when
what to feed your plants to keep them healthy
how to keep your lawn looking good
discover what’s eating your plants and how to eliminate pests safely
what the best plants are for your garden
what tools should you be using for best results

create impact with hassle free advice

great practical advice whatever your level of expertise
sad plants given a new lease of life
best plant choices for your garden
enjoy your garden through fresh eyes

a very thoughtful and unusual gift

share this garden magic with your friends and family

an Auntie Planty gift voucher makes a thoughtful and unusual gift that makes the perfect gift for special occasions
– Christmas, birthdays, Mothers’ Day…
– in fact any day…

"Thank you so much for your amazing advice and assistance. We were very lucky to meet you, and look forward to your next visit."

P Deere

"I had no idea what a gold mine of information Auntie Planty is! She shared so many tips and ideas of her own, which made sense, were easy to understand and even easier to put into practice."

Penny W

"In only one two-hour session I learnt such a lot, and now feel empowered to better understand my plants' needs."

Rowan J

"Valerie's recommendations on specific nutrient deficiencies and plant pest control was very helpful. I look forward to her return visit in the spring."

Nancy M

"Auntie Planty has helped transform my neglected, struggling garden and more importantly given me the confidence and ability to maintain it. Full of knowledge and energy she was a joy to work with."

Amanda A

"No matter what level a gardener you are, Valerie will help you as well as your garden to grow and flourish. Great experience with great company and great value for money."

Jules H

"You can cut the grass and do the weeding but what you need is knowledge, advice and inspiration. Auntie Planty brings all of that."

Robert G

"Auntie Planty has helped my daughter successfully reclaim our over-grown back garden. I have to say that the display created in the front garden has had passers by stopping to admire the brilliance and good health of the roses."

M C

"Auntie Planty has supported us with the development of our garden over the last ten years. She is readily available and has offered us patient, ongoing encouragement which has led to great results in our garden, and this continues to bring us many compliments from our friends."

Jacqui H

"The afternoon that I spent with Auntie Planty was just about the most rewarding thing that I have ever done - and we are now very proud of the garden that we have created."

JR

"Auntie Planty has a fabulous concept in which she works alongside you and leaves you with an understanding of your own garden. It feels great to have a little more ownership of my garden armed with just a little more knowledge that she kindly shared with me. "

WB

"I have recently discovered Valerie, founder of 'Auntie Planty' offers a 'Garden MOT' gift voucher service. What a genius idea! I bought one for some friends who are very keen gardeners & they are thrilled to think an expert will come around to look at THEIR garden & be given specific advice just for them in their own home! Great idea!"

Clare M J