About Us
At ProHort Ltd, we have a wealth of experience in horticultural, arboricultural, ecological and landscape development.
We provide landscape plans, arboricultural surveys, ecological surveys, protected species surveys and soil testing and analysis.
Why Choose Us
We provide services throughout the UK, detailed on our Services page. At ProHort we work closely with architects, property developers and solicitors. We provide them with the detailed documentation they require. This can be for a planning application or to assess the causes of damage to property. Alternatively, it could be to present to a court. We also offer a comprehensive landscape design service. This allows our clients the opportunity to take a virtual three dimensional walk through the design before the work on site has even started.
A High Quality Service
ProHort Ltd want to make a real difference to our clients and our colleagues. We put our clients at the forefront of everything that we do. We offer a fantastic customer experience, expert knowledge and a speedy turnaround. This ensures your documents are sent over to you in time for any deadlines. We offer around the clock support, with emails monitored and responded to seven days a week, between 6am and 9pm. We know that our clients requirements can differ depending upon the project. Therefore, we work closely with our clients to provide a service that is bespoke to them. This helps to ensure that their requirements are met.
Our experts have a range of qualifications and experience. This means that you can be assured that the documentation you receive is of the highest standard. Find out more about our Qualifications and Accreditations here.
ProHort Ltd is proudly represented by our parent company Planterra Ltd. The Planterra group provides a range of services within the land maintenance and development industry including landscape schemes and strategies, the removal of Japanese Knotweed and other invasive weeds and Part 35 Compliant Expert Witness reports.
To find out more please click the link below…planterra.co.uk
Meet Our Ecologists
As a company, we offer our clients three key promises:
Professional Service with Expert Knowledge
Our staff are fully qualified and experienced within their fields, meaning they can provide you with advice and guidance on any queries you may have. It is important to us that we invest in our staff, and we work hard to help them develop and grow within the company.
Bespoke
Solutions
All of our designs and report are tailored to each individual client, depending upon their needs and preferences. We will work closely with our clients to ensure that we know exactly what these needs and preferences are, touching base with them regularly to make sure they are completely happy.
Fantastic Customer Service
Our clients are at the forefront of everything that we do and we want them to have a fantastic experience when dealing with us. As such, emails are answered between 6am and 9pm throughout the week and telephone calls are answered within 2 rings – helping you feel reassured that we are there when you need us.
Meet the Team
Jason Harker
(RHS Dip Hort, PCA Cert Surveyor)
Managing Director
Jason is the Owner and Managing Director of ProHort, guiding the company’s direction and providing clear, confident advice on complex site requirements. With 30+ years’ experience, RHS horticultural training and PCA certification, he brings strong technical judgement across horticulture and invasive-weed remediation. His approach is direct, grounded and commercially aware, keeping projects on track.
Emma Cadlin
(MBA, CMgr MCMI)
Head of Operations
Emma leads ProHort’s operational and compliance delivery, ensuring systems, teams and processes operate with consistency and quality. She brings an MBA and Chartered Manager status, applying structured leadership and disciplined organisational practice across the company. She keeps operations focused, organised and working together, giving the team a solid foundation to deliver consistently.
Annette Lucas
Client Manager
Annette oversees key client relationships at ProHort, keeping communication clear and projects moving in the right direction. She brings strong practical knowledge to more complex client needs and helps people understand their options with confidence. Clients value her judgement, responsiveness and the reassurance she brings at every stage.
Hannah Burton
(BSc)
Senior Ecologist
Hannah plays a key role within ProHort’s ecology team, delivering surveys and contributing to assessments that help clients understand site constraints with clarity and purpose. She has strong field experience and a confident grasp of habitats and species considerations, particularly on multi-survey sites. Her approach is organised, informed and focused on keeping ecological input aligned with project needs.
Owen Brown
(BSc)
Senior Ecologist
Owen approaches ecological work with a steady, methodical style and is particularly comfortable across mixed habitats and tree-related assessments. He enjoys the practical side of fieldwork and takes a genuine interest in how different landscapes behave through the seasons. He also brings a strong awareness of sustainability and good environmental practice, reflecting that in the way he works on site and interacts with the natural spaces he surveys.
Jade Bassford
(BSc)
Ecologist
Jade has a natural enthusiasm for wildlife and a real curiosity for the species she encounters throughout the year. She enjoys the variety of fieldwork and the chance to work across different habitats, bringing energy and focus to each survey. Away from work, she’s active in her local bat group and enjoys taking part in their monitoring sessions.
Alice Lamb
Client Manager
Alice plays a key role in coordinating new enquiries, bringing a solid understanding of our services and what each project requires. She connects people with the right expertise and keeps information organised so early decisions are clear and well-supported. Clients value her judgement and the confidence she brings at the start of an instruction.
Heidi Thompson
Client Manager
Heidi supports the smooth running of our projects by managing enquiries with practical insight and a solid understanding of how our surveys and services fit together. She turns complex questions into clear next steps and keeps communication flowing across teams. Clients value her efficiency and the clear direction she brings.
Isabel Dimarco
(BSc)
Ecologist
Isabel brings a careful, observant approach to ecological surveying and is quick to settle into new sites, species checks and seasonal fieldwork. She enjoys the mix of outdoor work and team collaboration, especially during the busier parts of the year. She also contributes to her regional bat group, taking part in local recording and monitoring projects.
Julie Harker
Accounts Manager
Julie plays a central role in keeping ProHort’s finances organised, combining accuracy, structure and a steady approach to day-to-day accounting. She keeps our financial systems running cleanly and is a reliable point of balance across budgets and records.
Viktoriia Kalinina
(LLM - Ukraine)
Accounts Assistant
Viktoriia's skills from her background in law are invaluable in her current role, where precision is key in managing our financial records. Outside of work, Viktoriia has a passion for baking and enjoys completing jigsaw puzzles, pottery classes where she loves making various pieces, including pots, cups bowls and vases.
Dominoe
Office Dog
Domino supports the team with his trademark Border Collie focus and awareness. He monitors activity around the office, attends meetings on his own terms, and ensures the team maintains a healthy rhythm throughout the day. His structured routine, keen instincts and occasional prompt for a short break all contribute to a grounded and productive workspace.
Rebecca Derbyshire
(BA)
Marketing & Design Manager
Rebecca combines technical design skill with a clear creative vision, producing detailed CAD plans and landscaping schemes that bring ideas to life with precision and style. Alongside her design work, she guides ProHort’s marketing activity including brand strategy and promotional campaigns. Her ability to balance both the technical and strategic sides of her role makes her a key part of how ProHort presents and delivers its work.
Angelena Lim
(MSc Psych, GMBPsS)
Marketing Co-Ordinator
Angelena supports ProHort’s marketing output, delivering clear, structured content, SEO and digital communication. She brings an MSc Psych and GMBPsS status with specialist experience in assessment, research and education. Her approach is analytical, steady and practical, keeping every piece focused and purposeful.