Stop second-guessing your garden. Talk it through with Peter.
A private 45–60 minute conversation with Peter Dowdall - Ireland's most trusted horticulturist - about your specific garden, your situation, and what to do next.
- Walk away knowing exactly where to focus your time and money
- Get honest, experienced guidance on your specific situation
- Get a clear sense of what the right next step is for your space
Online Garden Guidance Session €295
I only take a limited number of consultations each month so each garden gets proper attention.
Trusted by thousands of Irish homeowners. Regular contributor to RTÉ and national garden media. Over 30 years guiding real Irish gardens.
Where This Fits in Your Garden Design Journey
Whether you're starting from scratch or trying to make sense of what you already have, this consultation is the right first step. It sets the direction for your space, your lifestyle, and your budget, so that whatever comes next is the right thing, not a costly guess.
The earlier you make the right decisions, the more you gain from the season ahead.
€295 · Online Garden Guidance Session
Should you choose to work further with Peter, this fee is deducted from the cost of any subsequent work.
What You'll Gain from the Consultation
What happens in the consultation:
- A private 45–60 minute video call with Peter Dowdall
- Honest guidance on layout, structure, and planting for your specific situation
- A clear sense of what the right next step is, whether that's something you can do yourself or something Peter can help with further
After the call, Peter will send you an email summarising what you discussed and sharing his view on the best way forward, whether that means tackling something yourself, or working further with Peter to get a planting list, or exploring a fuller design.
You'll Speak with Peter Directly
You'll speak with Peter directly, not a template, not a system, not a junior assistant.
Thirty years of professional experience, focused entirely on your garden for 45–60 minutes.
- Tailored to you. Based on your photos, plans and questions.
- Remote and flexible. Consult from anywhere by video call.
- Suitable for any project, large or small, new build or refresh.
Who Is This For?
This consultation is perfect if you:
- Are planning or refreshing a garden and want to get it right from the start
- Have ideas but aren't sure how to bring them together into something that works
- Need planting advice or layout ideas
- Want expert guidance without hiring a full design team
Prefer to stay in control of your garden, with a professional steer in the right direction
Based in Cork or nearby? You can also book an on-site consultation with Peter in your garden.
You an learn about On Site Consultations here
I limit the number of consultations each month to ensure every client receives focused, individual attention.
Booking & Cancellation Terms
- Payment of €295 required at booking
- Reschedule at any time
- Fee is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours
Should you choose to work further with Peter, this fee is deducted from the cost of any subsequent work.
Your garden. Peter's expertise. One conversation.
Wherever you are in your garden journey, this is the right place to start. Thousands of homeowners trust Peter Dowdall for expert guidance. His expertise will save you time, money, and costly mistakes.
Peter's advice completely transformed my garden
Expert Advice Backed by 30+ Years of Experience
Top Irish Garden Designer, Peter Dowdall, features on RTÉ, Irish Examiner, and The Irish Gardener. Over 250,000+ gardening enthusiasts follow his expert insights. Now, you can get 1-on-1 advice for your garden
Planting Design
If you would like to understand how professional planting structure works, you can read more about Planting Design and Structure here
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the consultation?
45–60 minutes
What if I need a full garden design or Planting Plan?
If a full garden design feels like the right next step, Peter will discuss that with you during the call and in follow up email
Is this consultation right for me if my garden is small or straightforward?
Some of Peter's most valuable conversations are with people who think their garden is too simple to need help.
Often the smallest spaces benefit most from getting the fundamentals right.
What if I have no availability?
If no slots suit you, get in touch and Peter's team will contact you to arrange a suitable appoinment time for you.
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Do I need to prepare anything?
Before the call, share photos or video of your garden along with any key questions or concerns. The more context Peter has, the more focused and useful the conversation will be.
Will I receive a planting list or garden design from the consultation?
The consultation itself is a focused conversation rather than a design session, but many clients go on to commission a planting plan or full garden design with Peter afterwards. If that's the right next step for you, Peter will discuss it during the call and follow up in writing with his recommendations.
Not quite ready to book?
Ask Peter about your garden and he'll help you work out whether a consultation is the right next step and what you'd get from it.