Recent Projects

Peninsula border re-design
Private garden - Surrey

The client brief was for colourful planting in several borders for a Summer garden party.

Although this peninsula bed is the centrepiece to a very large landscaped garden, it was filled with a mix of leggy and exhausted plants which were mostly clinging on to life. Many were moved to other parts of the garden and a few were kept to give a feeling of maturity. Then I put in as much variation in colour, texture and height as I could, mass planting with only a month between planting and the big occasion. Despite drought and 30 degree heat it was done and looked as if it had been there for years.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026
'Tales From The Riverbank'
Balcony Garden
Gold Medal

‘Tales from the Riverbank' is a river-dwelling bird’s eye view of a young couple’s dream. A small but perfectly formed floating home with a fully functioning garden away from the hustle and bustle of their working lives and blending seamlessly with the natural environment of the river bank.

It showcases the arts and crafts of a bygone era of riverside dwelling which is experiencing a revival as more and more people seek a simpler way of living, more connected to their environment and as part of a community that don’t just close their front door on the outside world but who work together to preserve the integrity of the river bank.

Described by garden designer and journalist Bunny Guinness in her article for The Telegraph as one of "The seven must-see gardens" at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026.

The full article is available to read using the link below.

My Principles

My core principle for garden design is simple: 'Right plant, right place', a concept popularized by Beth Chatto, the great garden designer and author, in the 1960s. For plants to truly thrive they have to be happy, and that means putting them in the right soil, in the right location at the right time. Happy plants make the most beautiful gardens and that is what I strive for.

When supplying plants and trees for my clients I source them from the best suppliers and growers. All my suppliers will have issued the plants with UK Plant Passports which means that they meet UK Plant Health Standards and are free from quarantine pests and diseases. This maintains biosecurity and prevents spreading plant health issues.

I am an advocate of organic gardening. For me that means using natural methods to control pests and diseases rather than synthetic chemicals. I believe that a holistic approach can create a sustainable ecosystem, which in the long run is not only better for the garden but is also better for the wider environment. New planting can create a home for a diversity of wildlife, it can transform views and provide new smells.

My projects range from complete re-designs to freshening up a border. From planting an orchard of trees to setting up raised beds for 'grow your own' fruit and vegetables. From a naturalistic cottage garden to something more formal.

I'm passionate about educating children to experience the wonder and joy of gardening, When a child first grows something that they can smell or eat, they will remember that moment for the rest of their life. Growing radishes in an old stone kitchen sink aged 4 or 5 is my first memory of gardening and decades later I am still doing it.

My Design Process

All my projects start with an informal chat, so don't hesitate to get in touch via email, drop me a message or give me a call. Following that, this is how I structure a new project:

First Consultation

The first stage in getting to know your garden, your taste and your inspiration involves a site visit of around 1 hour. We will discuss your budget, timescales and the level of service that you require. The first consultation is free of charge if local or if further afield will be done by video call.

Following this you will receive a detailed quotation and will be asked to pay a deposit. I will then start work on mood boards, a client brief and design proposal.

Documents and Drawings

Drawings consist of a master plan, detailed planting plan(s) and a plant schedule, drawn to scale by hand or CAD.

Planting & Completion

You will be given the option of Design only or Design & Build. Whichever option you choose I will make sure that you have everything you need at every stage.

Maintenance Plan

I will leave you with a maintenance plan for at least the first 12 months after planting. It is an important part of the process because the quality of the maintenance will directly affect the longevity of your plants and the design. I can arrange follow up visits if required at an extra cost.

Full Terms & Conditions are available below and will be attached to your Quotation.

Terms & Conditions

Sustainable Practices

My designs work with Nature to create a bio-diverse environment where insects and wildlife can thrive. Our future depends on protecting our pollinating insects and natural predators so that garden pests are kept in check naturally and not by using pesticides. Clever planting can help with this.

Something as simple as creating a "dead hedge" rather than throwing away woody garden waste can transform the biodiversity in a garden.

Another consideration which is becoming increasingly important is planting for a changing climate. Drought and flood tolerance within a garden can be achieved with the right design and plant knowledge. Whilst it isn't possible to cover every eventuality in a garden, it is possible to give your chosen design the best possible chance of success and longevity.

Bespoke Drawings

There is nothing 'off the shelf' about my drawings. I do not use AI and I don't reproduce the same blueprint over and over again. . All my drawings are bespoke and nearly always drawn by hand to produce technically correct scale drawings which are also informative and easy to understand.

Drawings are an essential element of the design process. Not only to convey ideas from the designer to the client but also to provide essential information for landscapers.

Planting plans are an essential part of the design process.

From inspiration to reality

Inspiration can come from many directions. The most important consideration is to understand your garden and what will thrive and what will just survive. There are plants for every type of soil and every type of location. The secret to a good garden design is to bring everything together and create a garden that you will always find interesting and always be excited to spend time in.