Name: Gardener
Brand: MyBuilder
SKU: gardener
Rating: 4.8 (40 reviews)

Question 1

Why won't my rhododendrons grow in my Bath garden?

Accepted Answer

Almost certainly the soil. Rhododendrons, camellias, and azaleas need acidic conditions, but much of Bath sits on oolitic limestone, which produces alkaline soil that's the opposite of what these plants want.

The fix is either raised beds or large containers filled with ericaceous compost, or switching to plants that suit the conditions: roses, clematis, wisteria, lavender, and most herbaceous perennials all do well on alkaline soil.

Question 2

How much does a gardener cost in Bath?

Accepted Answer

Most Bath gardeners charge between **£22 and £42 per hour**, depending on the type of work and how regularly you need them. A standard maintenance visit typically runs from **£90 to £230**.

When comparing quotes, make sure gardeners have properly seen or understood your garden's access situation before you treat the figures as comparable.

Question 3

Can a Bath gardener deal with a steep or terraced garden?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and most experienced Bath gardeners will have worked on sloped plots regularly enough that it's second nature. The city's hills make terraced rear gardens common across the inner suburbs, and working on them well involves considerably more than just cutting the grass on a slope. Drainage, soil erosion, retaining structures, appropriate planting choices, and access for equipment all need to be factored in.

When you post your job on MyBuilder, mention that the garden is sloped and give a rough idea of the gradient, this allows gardeners to give you a realistic quote rather than one that changes when they see the site.

Question 4

Do I need permission to do tree work in my Bath garden?

Accepted Answer

Possibly. And it's worth checking before any work begins. Bath is a World Heritage Site and much of the city falls within conservation areas where trees are subject to additional protections. If a tree in your garden has a diameter of more than 75mm at 1.5m height and is within a conservation area, you're required to notify the local planning authority at least six weeks before any significant work.

Failing to do so can result in enforcement action. A local gardener or tree surgeon who works regularly in Bath will know which areas these restrictions apply to and can advise accordingly.

Question 5

How do I find a gardener in Bath who does good work?

Accepted Answer

Start with MyBuilder. Gardeners on the platform have a profile showing reviews from previous customers alongside photos of completed work. So you can assess them properly before making any contact.

When you post your job and gardeners respond, take time to read through their reviews carefully. Look for consistency across different job types and different customers, and pay particular attention to feedback that mentions how problems were handled rather than just whether everything went smoothly.

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