Our team.
Sean Lade
Our Managing Director, the one who started this all, is customer-obsessed and a bit of a perfectionist. Sean started his eCommerce journey back in 2010. Since then, he has been on a mission to help customers all over. He’s regularly heard saying, “There’s only one way to find out!”, “How does this help our customers?” and “Can I have a coffee, please?”. You’ll find him gardening, kayaking or walking his dogs in his spare time.
Lowa Malmström
The Swedish Viking. The one that gets stuff done! Lowa looks after purchasing, logistics and warehouse administration. Lowa ensures we always have good stock availability, pay as little as possible for our shipping, and keeps the business running smoothly. Lowa has also been developing the Gardening Gifts website. Lowa was the first hire in the business and has played an instrumental part in its growth. In her spare time, you can find her either in the garden, gaming (currently Red Dead Redemption 2 and Skyrim), crafting, or kayaking.
Ben Rees
Technical Sales and Support Manager: a bit of a geek, loves to fish. Ben looks after the customer advisor team, ensuring our customers get the help they need. Ben is a fountain of knowledge, a brilliant problem solver and a super smooth talker on the phone. Ben's most cherished moments are spent with his young daughter, a reminder that life's joy is in the little things. To relax, Ben likes to head to the river for a bit of fishing or spending time playing his favourite computer games.
Rhiannon Odey
The most recent addition to the team, Rhi is tasked to produce all the lovely content for our customers and followers to see. With a passion for houseplants and illustration, as well as her degree in graphic communications, Rhi was the obvious choice when we were hiring. Rhi will be working closely with Sean and Ben producing content for a wide range of mediums. In her spare time, you’ll find her caring for her hoard of houseplants, as well as creating content for her TikTok channel (8000+ subscribers, well done Rhi!).
Sean Ashby
Having joined the business in January 2024, Sean has taken to the role of Warehouse Manager like a duck to water. Sean’s top objectives are to ensure all customer orders are despatched quickly, accurately and in a presentable fashion, as well as getting the most out of his warehouse team. It’s safe to say that he achieves this daily, even during our manic peak periods. When not at work, you’ll find him playing his guitar or rocking out to some classic rock with his young family!
Rufus
Meet Rufus, the charming "Branch Manager". Rufus is the beloved furry companion of our Managing Director and accompanies him to work every day. With his striking good looks and friendly demeanour, Rufus is a hit with all our customers who visit the office. While he may have a playful personality, Rufus takes his role as a Branch Manager seriously and keeps the office morale high. We are lucky to have him as part of our team!
Alwyn
Meet Alwyn, our self-appointed Treats Supervisor and resident black Labrador. With an insatiable appetite for biscuits and a nose for snacks, he ensures that no treat goes uneaten on his watch. Known for his impeccable timing and enduring charm, Alwyn can often be found waiting for the perfect moment to beg for a morsel. He brings a tail-wagging enthusiasm to the office that keeps our spirits high and snack levels low!
And you…
We’re always on the hunt for talented people to join our growing business. If you think you’d enjoy being apart of our team, we’d love for you to join. Head over to our jobs page to see what positions we’re currently recruiting for. If nothing takes your fancy, drop us an email and let us know what interests you.