Question 1

Why use a garden designer?

Accepted Answer

A garden designer can offer you a range of creative, technical and horticultural knowledge. They can help you get the most from your budget, saving you time and money by avoiding trial and error. In that sense, our fees often pay for themselves. 
Ultimately a garden designer can lead you to a better, more cohesive result whether you're extending your home or just want to transform the outdoor space.

Question 2

What's the best time of year to have my garden designed and built?

Accepted Answer

Whatever time of year you contact me, I can work out a plan and timetable for the best time to design, build and plant your garden.

Question 3

Should I wait until I'm living in my "forever home"?

Accepted Answer

Don't wait to enjoy your garden.

The owner of my Stepped Courtyard Garden later sold the house and told me "It sold in two hours(!). We couldn't believe it. Everyone raved about the garden."

A well-designed and maintained garden can improve the value of your home and help you sell later down the line. Re-designing your front garden can give your home instant appeal and demonstrates that you've cared for the property. Plus you get to enjoy it until you sell.

Question 4

Can I have part of my garden designed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can have a smaller scale garden make-over. We can work with what's already there, adding and taking away. You don't have to start over.
A consultation could be a starting point. It will give you fresh ideas which you can then take forward yourself, or I can help. If you're unsure, contact me and we can make a plan.

Question 5

I'm terrible with plants. How can I be trusted with a garden?

Accepted Answer

All gardens need some maintenance to look their best, including the ones that haven't been professionally designed.
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At the start of the project we'll discuss how your garden will be cared for.

Once the plants have been added, you'll receive a plant care guide, telling you how to look after your new plants and, crucially, your soil.

If life is busy or you just want some extra help, I can design a "lower maintenance" planting scheme, or help arrange garden maintenance for you. 
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That said, many people find their interest in plants grows as a result of having their garden designed. You might be one of them!

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Why use a garden designer?

What's the best time of year to have my garden designed and built?

Should I wait until I'm living in my "forever home"?

Can I have part of my garden designed?

I'm terrible with plants. How can I be trusted with a garden?

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