What will you do?
You follow the work order and respect the wishes of the client, preparing soils and plantings, carrying out plantings and looking after lawns, hedges and ponds. You lay and maintain turf, prune shrubs, hedges and pollard trees and keep the water features in good shape. The role is also known as green space worker, assistant gardener or garden worker.
- Determine the right way to carry out the job
- Prepare soils and plantings for the work
- Carry out plantings and lay turf
- Maintain lawns, hedges and pollard trees
- Look after ponds and water features
- Load, unload and tidy the site
- Maintain the tools and equipment
Skills to develop
- Green fingers and knowledge of plants
- Physically fit for outdoor manual work
- Confident with mowers, trimmers and hand tools
- Willing to work in all weather conditions
- Safety and environmental awareness
Your foundation for this occupation
Learn soil structure, plants and garden drawings. Landscaping combines groundworks with accurate finishing.
From preparation to your first day
Develop the practical skills
Practise setting-out, soil preparation, planting and basic paving.
Check your work
Check levels, drainage and planting depth before handover.
How can you grow?
Specialise in planting, garden structures or maintenance planning.
Frequently asked questions
How do landscaping and maintenance differ?
Landscaping creates a garden from a plan; maintenance manages growth and use. Pruning, seasonal care and plant problems require distinct knowledge.