I came to gardening through architecture, actually. I studied landscape architecture at university, but I quickly realized I didn't want to be stuck behind a desk all day. I wanted to be outside, working with my hands, seeing immediate results.

So I took an apprenticeship and learned the practical side—pruning, lawn care, plant maintenance. Turns out I have a bit of an obsessive streak when it comes to precision. If a hedge isn't perfectly level, it drives me crazy. The team jokes that I bring a spirit level to every job (I don't... but I've been tempted).

Now I lead our Brighton and Kew teams, which means I'm juggling schedules, training new staff, and still getting my hands dirty on-site. I love the variety—one day I'm shaping roses in a Toorak courtyard, the next I'm overseeing a commercial property in the city.

The best part? Clients who appreciate craftsmanship. When someone notices the crisp edges on their lawn or the symmetry of their hedges, that's when I know we've nailed it. Details matter, and I'm all about the details.