We try to make gardens that look like they have seeded themselves and always been.

Minimising hard surfaces to essential pathways and secluded seating areas. Maximising the space for nature and aesthetic nourishment.

We love to be involved in the ongoing care; to edit and add more layers over time.

I especially love it when clients want to garden with us, so we can show them the “desirable” seedlings - this selective weeding allows the planting to become more naturalistic and dynamic.

We do gardening not “garden maintenance”; we are making and continually creating - not “maintaining” something static.

I tend to suggest meadows and gravel gardens over traditional flowerbeds, because they require less aftercare and have a higher density of flowers, wildlife and drama.

Plus propose ponds or at least a birdbath, because adding water is one of the best ways we can help wildlife.

I have a pragmatic approach to garden design, so prefer to do some gardening, editing and drawing in a new space, before creating proposals.

Once we have agreed the initial design, I work with your builders or recommend contractors for any hard landscaping/groundworks.

I then source the plants and lay them out intuitively, but I can create visuals, planting plans and mood boards if the budget allows.