Updated October 21, 2026
What your profile page should contain
Your Websta profile is your business card online. Start with a photo of yourself or your work - a clear image matters more than a polished one. Add a short description of who you are and what you do, written in plain language so people understand at first glance. Mention how long you have been working, what areas you cover, and what kinds of gardening work you take on.
Create a services section where you list the main types of work you offer. For gardeners in Croatia, this might include lawn care, hedge trimming, planting, seasonal maintenance, garden design consultation, or clearing overgrown plots. Be specific about what you do and what you do not do - some gardeners focus on residential spaces, others on commercial properties or both.
Upload photos of your completed work. These should show real gardens or outdoor spaces you have worked on, including before-and-after shots if possible. Photos help potential clients understand your style and quality of work. Include at least five to ten images across different types of projects if you have them.
Your profile includes a contact form and online booking. Decide which services you want to offer through online booking with a set price, and which services should go through a quote request instead. Lawn mowing on a regular schedule might work well with booking; complex garden redesigns usually need a quote process where you can discuss the scope first.
Languages to publish in
Publish your profile in Croatian, as this is the main language your local customers will use. If you speak English or German, consider adding those languages too - Croatia attracts foreign residents and tourists who may need garden services. A Websta profile can be displayed in multiple languages, so you can reach beyond just Croatian speakers without creating separate profiles.
How customers search for gardeners in Croatia
People in Croatia find gardeners through the Websta marketplace by filtering for the gardening category and entering their town or region. The marketplace shows providers sorted by location, so your address matters. Some customers use the search by posting a task and waiting for providers to submit offers; others browse profiles directly in their area.
Word of mouth still drives much of the work for gardeners in Croatia - your clients will tell neighbors, friends, and family about you. A Websta profile gives you a way to share a link or direct people to see your work and make a booking. Make sure your profile information is complete and up to date so that anyone who finds you can contact you easily.
Working as an independent gardener in Croatia
As an independent service provider in Croatia, you need to check the legal requirements for your type of work. You may need to register as a sole trader (obrtnik) with the appropriate chamber of trades, depending on whether you offer basic maintenance work or specialized services. The rules vary, so contact your local chamber or the municipal administration in your area to confirm what registration or permits you need.
Most gardening work in Croatia does not require special certifications, but if you use machinery, handle chemicals, or work on protected plants, there may be specific regulations to follow. Check with your local authority or the Croatian Ministry of Agriculture about any rules that apply to your services.
You set your own prices on Websta. When customers book or request a quote through your profile, payment goes through Stripe and is paid out to your own bank account. You are responsible for keeping your own records, paying any taxes or contributions due, and handling invoicing according to Croatian law.
What to write in your first hour
Start by writing a simple description of what you do. One or two sentences is enough: say which gardening services you offer, what towns or regions you work in, and roughly how long you have been doing this work. Do not worry about perfect wording - clarity matters more.
List three to five main services. Keep the descriptions short and direct. For example: 'Regular lawn care and maintenance', 'Hedge and shrub trimming', 'Garden clearance and preparation', 'Seasonal planting'. You can add more details or change these later.
Upload one or two photos of your best work if you have them ready. A photo of a completed garden, a well-maintained lawn, or a landscaped space shows potential customers what you can do. If you do not have photos yet, you can add them later - your profile will work without images, but it will be more effective with them.
Set up at least one service with a quote request option. This lets customers describe what they need, and you can reply with a price and timeline once you understand the job. This is the fastest way to get started without needing to calculate exact pricing for every possible scenario in advance.
Building your profile over time
Your profile does not need to be perfect on day one. Add more services, upload more photos, and refine your descriptions as you go. After you complete jobs through Websta, ask satisfied customers to leave feedback on your profile - this helps new customers decide to contact you. Over time, your profile becomes a record of the work you do and builds trust with people searching for gardeners in Croatia.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a business license to work as a gardener in Croatia?
- This depends on the type and scale of work you do. Basic gardening services may be covered under certain conditions, but specialized work or regular commercial activity usually requires registration as a sole trader (obrtnik). Contact your local chamber of trades or municipal administration to confirm what applies to your situation.
- Can I set different prices for different towns in Croatia?
- Yes. You set your own prices on Websta. You can offer different rates in different areas if your travel time or local demand varies. You can create different price options for the same service if needed.
- What happens if a customer books through my Websta profile?
- You receive the booking request through your profile. The payment is processed through Stripe and paid out to your bank account. You confirm the booking with the customer and complete the work. You are responsible for invoicing and tax reporting according to Croatian law.
- Can I offer services in multiple towns across Croatia?
- Yes. Your profile shows the towns you work in, and you can cover as wide an area as you can manage. The marketplace shows you to customers in those locations when they search for gardeners.
- Should I use online booking or quote requests for my services?
- Use online booking for services where the price and duration are fixed - for example, regular weekly lawn mowing. Use quote requests for work that needs assessment first, like garden redesign or clearing an overgrown plot. You can offer both on the same profile.
About the numbers
Counts in this guide were read from the Websta catalogue when the text was written and are refreshed above from the live catalogue. Part of the catalogue was built from the public business register and is marked as such on each profile.