Frequently Asked Questions
What experience do you have as garden designers?
We are professionally trained garden designers and horticulturists (RHS) with over 20 years’ experience in design, build and planting of residential and commercial gardens.
We are also full members of the Association of Professional Landscapers with MAPL accreditation.
What services do you offer?
We offer a full design and build service from concept plans through to completion.
Sometimes you may not require a complete redesign and wish to focus purely on planting. We can help you with plant selection, sourcing, setting out and planting.
We also offer an aftercare service of consultations to ensure your garden is evolving as you wished- this can include maintenance on a seasonal basis.
Do you have expertise in specific types of gardens or themes?
We are experienced in modern new build gardens, traditional rural or town gardens. All these styles can be enhanced by incorporating wildlife friendly planting along with sustainable practices.
We also offer an aftercare service of consultations to ensure your garden is evolving as you wished- this can include maintenance on a seasonal basis.
How do you incorporate our ideas and preferences into the design?
Most of our clients have never been through the process before which is why as garden designers we take a client-first approach.
We safeguard your garden project from start to finish, save you time and manage your budget.
Our ultimate aim is to ensure you have a garden that exceeds your expectations and compliments your home.
What is your approach to sustainability and eco-friendly design?
We are passionate about the surrounding landscape and architecture which are carefully taken into consideration and, as such, the materials we select are always sympathetic to your setting.
We endeavor to use local suppliers where possible and reuse materials, key elements, and plants when viable.
Encouraging local wildlife is integral to our approach and this is keenly reflected in our planting schemes. At the heart of all our projects is sustainability and ecology.
What is the estimated timeline for the garden design ?
Why should I use a garden designer?
We build a clear plan to achieve and implement that vision with ease. And we will
support and guide you throughout, giving you an expert pair of hands on your side to provide practical support, throughout your garden transformation.
How much do we charge ?
We charge a fixed fee for our plans and will provide you with a quote after attending a garden consultation.
Which areas do you cover?
What is the estimated budget for the garden build?
Do you work with a team of landscapers and contractors?
We are on hand during your build and liaise closely with the contractor throughout.
As part of the build phase, we offer site visits charged at our hourly rate to monitor progress. Generally, three visits are required on average, depending on the complexity of your project. At setting out, during and finally near completion stage.
Are you familiar with local regulations and planning permissions?
