How to build a gardener profile on Websta in Malta

What to include on your gardener profile

Your Websta profile is a page that acts as your online shopfront. It should show your name, location (the town or area where you work), a short description of what you do, and how to reach you. Unlike a social media page, it stays live in one place and appears when people search for gardeners in your area.

Add a professional photo of yourself or your work - either a headshot or an image of a garden you have maintained or landscaped. This makes your profile real and recognisable. Include at least one more photo showing your work if you have it - a maintained lawn, planted beds, a finished project. Photos matter because people want to see the standard of work before they contact you.

List the services you offer. Common gardening services include lawn mowing, hedge trimming, weeding, planting, soil preparation, tree pruning, garden clearance and maintenance. Be specific about what you do. If you focus on residential gardens, say so. If you work on larger properties or commercial spaces, that is also valuable information.

Booking, quotes and contact

Websta lets customers either request a quote or book a time with you directly. For gardening work in Malta, most jobs will start with a quote because the scope varies - a small lawn trim is different from clearing an overgrown garden. Set up your profile to accept quote requests so customers can describe their garden and what they need, and you can then respond with a price and timing.

Add your phone number and email address. Many gardeners in Malta work from mobile phones, and a direct number is often how customers prefer to confirm details like access to the garden or water supply. A contact form on your profile means messages come to you directly without the customer having to hunt for your details elsewhere.

Languages to use on your profile

In Malta, Maltese and English are both widely spoken and used in business. Publish your profile in both languages if you can. Many property owners and residents in Malta speak English fluently, and some customers will search in their preferred language. If English is easier for you to write in, that is your starting point - you can add Maltese translations later. A profile in one language is better than no profile at all, and it will still reach customers who search in that language.

How customers in Malta search for gardeners

Websta has a marketplace where people nearby can find service providers by trade and location. Customers search for 'gardeners' or 'garden services' and filter by the town or area they live in. Since Malta is small, searches are usually by locality - someone in Sliema will look for gardeners in or near Sliema, someone in Mosta will search their area.

Customers also post tasks describing their garden work, and providers like you can make offers on those tasks. Some jobs come through direct bookings or quote requests on your profile. Having your profile live and complete means you appear in these searches and can receive enquiries from multiple channels.

Many property owners in Malta use online search before calling local tradespeople, so a visible online presence matters. Your profile should clearly show the areas you cover - whether you work island-wide or focus on specific towns.

What to sort out as an independent gardener in Malta

Before you start taking on work, check your legal status as a self-employed person in Malta. If you are a sole trader, you may need to register with the tax authority and register for VAT if your income exceeds the threshold. The exact requirements change, so contact Inland Revenue Malta or consult a local accountant to confirm what applies to you in 2026.

You will need a way to receive payments from customers. Websta uses Stripe to handle card payments, and the money goes directly into your own bank account - you set the prices and keep the earnings. Make sure your bank account is in your name and is set up to receive business payments.

If you use tools, equipment or a vehicle for work, check that your business insurance covers this. Public liability insurance is wise in case of accidental damage on a customer's property. Again, a local accountant or insurance broker in Malta can advise on current requirements and costs.

Keep records of invoices, payments and any expenses - tools, fuel, materials. This matters for tax reporting. The tax year and reporting deadlines in Malta have set dates, so note these down or ask your accountant.

What to write in your first hour

Start with the basics. Write your full name, the main town or area where you work, and a one-sentence description - for example, 'I maintain and design residential gardens across Malta' or 'Garden maintenance, lawn care and landscaping'. Keep it simple and honest.

List five to eight services you offer. Do not try to cover everything; pick what you actually do well. Examples: lawn mowing, hedge and shrub trimming, garden clearance, planting and soil work, tree pruning, seasonal maintenance.

Add at least one photo. If you do not have a photo of your work yet, take one this week - a garden you have just finished, a lawn you maintain, or your tools. A simple photo of real work is better than no photo. Avoid stock images.

Write a short paragraph about your experience. You do not need to be fancy: 'I have been gardening for X years and know the plants that grow well in Malta's climate' or 'I offer reliable garden maintenance for busy homeowners' tells potential customers what they need to know.

Set up how you want to receive enquiries - quote requests, direct bookings, or both. Add your phone number and email so customers can reach you quickly.