Example of an advice summary
The session does not end with a conversation that you then have to remember. It includes a written summary of priorities. Here you can see how the information would be organized in a simple hypothetical case. This is a fictional example, not the case of a real client.
The example query
“I have lavender and rosemary in pots on a sunny terrace. I water every day and some leaves have changed appearance. I don't know if they need more water or if I am watering too much.”
Before the video call
General and detailed photos would be requested, images of the containers and their drainage holes, the location, the approximate hours of sunlight, and how they are being watered. A single photo does not allow all symptoms to be attributed to a single cause.
Summary of priorities · sample
- First, check the drainage. Check if the holes are clear and if water accumulates in saucers or plant covers.
- Next, check the moisture. Assess the condition of the soil before watering again. In this case, it would not be recommended to maintain a daily frequency just out of habit.
- Review the location. These plants need sun and good drainage; the wind, the container, and recent changes in exposure would also need to be known.
- Avoid simultaneous changes. Noting what is changed and photographing the progress helps to evaluate the response. Fertilizing or applying a treatment would not be proposed without first assessing the problem.
What would remain to be confirmed
The condition of the roots, the exact identification of the variety, and any signs that are not clearly visible may require more information or an in-person assessment. All plants are not promised to be saved, nor is a definitive diagnosis established with photos alone.
Does it fit what you need?
The online advice costs €60: a 60-minute session, prior review of photos, and a written summary of priorities. It is useful if you have doubts about watering, location, care, or the choice of plants.
When booking, you will indicate a preferred date; availability is confirmed afterwards. In-person visits are consulted and quoted separately. The session does not include indefinite follow-up or a complete design.
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General references for the plants in this hypothetical case: lavender and rosemary, Royal Horticultural Society.