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Below you’ll find information to help you understand the different elements of garden design and the key things to be aware of before you start transforming your outside space. Find some initial ideas to talk through with a garden designer, including making the most of a small garden.
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What does garden design involve?
Garden design is about more than mowing a lawn and putting a couple of plants in the ground. A good design takes into account a few key elements:
- How you want to use the space.
- The amount of light the garden receives, and at what times of the day.
- The quality of your soil.
For example, you won’t want to put a shed in the best spot for catching a bit of sun, or have a patio that’s entirely in the shade.
A garden designer will help you make the most of the available space, no matter how big or small. They’ll also establish how keen a gardener you are to make sure the finished garden is either easy to maintain, or gives you something to get your teeth into – if you’re the green-fingered type.
Low maintenance garden ideas
- You can stop a garden from looking untidy by dividing it into small sections. Plants, hedges, low walls and raised beds give a sense of order. Paths made from wood chips, slabs or bark help prevent weeds.
- Growing plants at different heights can give the illusion of there being more than there are, so you get the look of a fuller garden, with fewer plants to keep healthy. Shrubs, herbs and verbena are low maintenance plant options for adding colour.
- Rockeries and water features don’t need much looking after. Avoid shallow water features to save needing to top them up when they dry out. If you’d like a pond, avoid getting fish as the pH balance of the water settles naturally without them, giving you fewer algae problems so less cleaning time.
- To save cutting the lawn, artificial turf could be your best friend but if you want the real thing and don’t mind doing a little cutting every now and again, slow growing or drought resistant turf could be better options.
Ideas for small gardens
- To create more space, choose similar flooring to the inside of your home when picking the outside tiling.
- Divide a garden into different sections and add diagonal or winding paths. Extending the time it takes to get from one side of the garden to the other will make it feel bigger.
- Laying pavers at an angle to the property instead of parallel will draw the eye across the garden and extend the space.
- Attaching foliaged climbers to wires across areas of your garden will give it an extra dimension.
- Think about growing upwards rather than outwards with a trellis attached to your fence, or a vertical wall made up of climbers, grasses and ferns. A green wall can also help you lower your energy bills through providing more insulation and reducing the amount of heat that’s lost through the wall of your home. When it comes to choosing other plants, pick types that grow upwards like sweet peas and black-eyed susans so they take up less room.
Other garden design FAQ's
How much does garden design work cost?
The cost of the work will depend on what you’re having done and the size of your garden, but prices tend to start at around £200. A good garden designer will discuss what you want to get out of your garden and ask you about your budget before coming up with ideas.
When do I need planning permission for a garden design project?
You generally do not need planning permission for standard landscaping, but it is required if decking exceeds 30cm in height or covers more than half of your garden area. Restrictions also apply if fences, walls, or gates exceed 2 meters in height, or 1 meter if running alongside a public highway or vehicle path. Furthermore, you must consult your Local Planning Authority if your property is a listed building or if you plan to pave over a front garden.
What insurance should a garden designer have?
While it is not a strict legal requirement, you should always verify that your garden designer holds active public liability insurance before they begin any work on your property. This policy protects both you and the tradesperson against any costly financial claims resulting from accidental property damage or personal injuries during the project. Choosing an insured professional ensures complete peace of mind while your outdoor space is being transformed.
What questions should I ask a garden designer before hiring them?
Before starting your project, you should ask the designer to see a portfolio of their past work and request a scaled design drawing of the proposed layout. It is also important to clarify if their quote includes green waste disposal and whether they provide a workmanship guarantee alongside separate warranties for new plants. Finally, always confirm their level of public liability insurance and what specific damage it covers.
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Our Services Include: * Garden Clearances & Overgrown Garden Restoration * Hedge Trimming & Reduction * Tree & Shrub Pruning * Lawn Mowing & Lawn Care * Weed Control * Garden Maintenance * Landscaping * Fence & Boundary Maintenance * Pressure Washing of Patios, Driveways & Paths * Green Waste Removal * Seasonal Garden Tidying
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SP Tree & Landscapes
Garden Design
From Canopy to Ground — Crafting & Caring for Your Outdoor Spaces SP Tree & Landscape is a premier, fully-certified outdoor specialist delivering exceptional tree surgery, professional landscaping, and garden construction. We combine technical expertise with a sharp eye for design to create, restore, and maintain beautiful, safe, and functional outdoor environments. Whether managing a delicate tree removal or constructing a flawless new patio, we approach every project with the same core values: uncompromising safety, meticulous attention to detail, and a finish built to last. What We Do We offer a seamless, comprehensive approach to your outdoor space, handling everything from high-altitude arboriculture to ground-level craftsmanship. Professional Tree Care & Arboriculture Expert crown reductions, thinning, shaping, precision tree removal, hedge maintenance, and stump grinding—executed safely and with the utmost respect for your surrounding garden. Complete Garden Transformations Bespoke garden redesigns tailored to your lifestyle, seamlessly blending natural elements with structural features. Hardscaping & Construction Premium paving, patios, elegant driveways, pathways, and durable sleeper work or raised beds. Fencing & Boundaries High-quality, secure fencing and gates designed to frame and protect your property. Turfing & Lawn Care Laying pristine, vibrant new lawns and implementing effective drainage solutions. The SP Standard: Why Homeowners Trust Us We don't just complete a job; we respect your home." Qualified & Fully Insured: Tree work and landscaping demand serious expertise. We operate to the highest industry safety standards with comprehensive insurance, giving you total peace of mind. Impeccable Site Tidiness: We know how disruptive outdoor work can be. We keep our work areas safe, organized, and clean up so thoroughly that you’ll only know we were there because of the beautiful results. A Tailored Experience: We don't believe in one-size-fits-all. From your initial consultation to the final sweep of the brush, you will receive clear communication, honest advice, and a solution custom-built for your budget and vision. Bring Your Vision to Life If you are looking for a reliable, highly skilled team to elevate your trees and landscape, SP Tree & Landscape is ready to help. Contact us today for a free consultation and let's discuss your next project.
Diamond Landscaping
Garden Design
Diamond Landscapes is a trusted landscape gardening company dedicated to creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces for homes and businesses. We offer a full range of landscaping services, including garden design, patios, paving, driveways, fencing, decking, turfing, planting, and complete garden transformations. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service, we work closely with every client to bring their vision to life. Whether it's a small garden makeover or a large-scale landscaping project, Diamond Landscapes is committed to delivering durable, attractive results that enhance the beauty and value of every property.
We are the Webb brothers Simon and Gary working together for over 20 years - Design & Planning - Building Construction - Specialist in Traditional & Modern Brickwork Techniques - Landscaping and Fencing Specialist - Masonry - Carpentry - Painting - Maintenance - Repairs
All work done as asked all rubish taken away we dont mind traveling to give a free quote
Very good job
We are a landscape and home improvement company and cover north, west wales and the Midlands. We specialise in all hard and soft landscaping. We aim to carry out professional work with nptc qualifications for any arb work and over 20 years home improvement experience in the team.
Excellent service. Shaun was very communicative, and made sure the job was done well. Definitely recommend.
Urban Crest Homes LTD
Garden Design
UC-Homes Ltd – Professional Home Improvements & Renovations UC-Homes Ltd is a reliable construction and home improvement company specialising in high-quality residential projects. We provide professional building services for homeowners looking to improve, renovate, or extend their properties. Our team has experience delivering a wide range of projects including bathroom refurbishments, home extensions, loft conversions, painting and decorating, and full property renovations. We pride ourselves on attention to detail, clear communication, and completing projects on time and within budget. At UC-Homes Ltd, we work closely with our clients from the initial consultation through to project completion to ensure the final result meets their expectations. Whether it’s a modern bathroom upgrade, a fresh interior repaint, or a full refurbishment, we aim to deliver a smooth and stress-free experience. Our services include: • Bathroom refurbishments • Painting & decorating • Property renovations • Home extensions • Loft conversions • General building works We are committed to delivering high standards of workmanship and excellent customer service on every project.
Hi, This is Alphatec ltd. We have specialised team to take all types of building jobs. We are specialised in Bathroom fitting, Plumbing , electric , new builds & renovations
Inder did a very good job of upgrading our upstairs bathroom and installing a toilet downstairs. He worked tirelessly and was very punctual. Great on communication too!
At m&m we offer Tree surgeon and garden service. All types of tree topped and shared. We are a family run business for 15 years Tree removal & pruning ? Fencing turfing new walls ? Hedges landscaping patios ? power washing cleaning ? garden clearance ? Complete garden Rip out & clearance ? loans tree work? Overgrown grass lawned ? Rubbish clearance? All garden work undertaken free advice. Portfolio available. All types of rubbish removed and all demolition work undertaken also scarp cleared House clearance garden waste free estimates fast & friendly service registered waste licence holders
Martin was excellent from start to finish. He did a great job clearing and tidying up a large front and back garden that had been neglected for several months. We were very pleased with the result and would certainly recommend.
Olive Civil Engineering
Garden Design
Olive Civil Engineering Ltd is a Hampshire-based contractor specialising in landscaping, groundworks and civil engineering for domestic and commercial clients. We deliver everything from patios, driveways, fencing and garden transformations through to drainage, foundations, concrete works and external reinstatement. With over 10 years of industry experience and an ex-military approach to reliability and professionalism, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship, honest advice and excellent customer service. Whether it’s a small garden project or a larger groundworks package, every job is completed to a high standard using quality materials and proven construction methods. We are committed to clear communication, competitive pricing and completing projects safely, on time and within budget.
DVN
Garden Design
We are company with experiance and we would love to help make the job done, it is privilege for us to keep our customers satisfied!
We guarantee that every service is delivered exactly as agreed, with reliability and attention to detail you can trust. We are a fully VAT-registered business.
Never distrust your nature....
Kris quoted and delivered a great job as scheduled and gave extra touches to achieve that clean professional finish shown in his photos. I highly recommend Kris, appreciate and value his overall commitment to service, showing dedication and hard work. I look forward to having additional work done.
We deal with insurance claims handling, reinstatement and repairs to any type of reinstatement including damage caused by escape of water, flood and fire damaged properties. We also completed works involving: Non-evasive leak detection. Insurance surveying / Schedules. Damp mapping and drying. Refurbishment and repairs to residential commercial buildings. Replacement kitchens and bathrooms. Plumbing. Plastering. Roofing. Painting and decorating. Asbestos surveys and removal. Carpentry. We are also a member of the The British Damage Management Association (BDMA)
Catalin Timaru
Garden Design
Hi We are experienced builders, residential and commercial building and maintenance services Have been in business for around 15 years We offer quality services at reasonable prices
LS property maintenance we have a company that has been open for several years all our work is guaranteed. We do not force our customers to get the work done. We like our customers to feel friendly and not pressured if you’d like a quote give us a call.
Excellent service , thank you!
Hi at jays property maintenance we run a family run business that are specialists in flat roofing new roofs Chimley rebuilds lead work and all aspects of property maintenance.with a 5 million public liability insurance.
I’ve been doing landscaping & gardening since I was a little boy many years of experience. I offer reliable services at competitive prices got good customer base of many happy customers. I’ve got good old fashioned values hard working, honest, turn up on time and complete the job to a very good standard. Please feel free to give me a call as won’t be disappointed thanks.
Nick and his Team did a superb job of the Hedges and maintenance of a tree, cleared everything.... I give him 5 stars for being quick, great communication and doing what we requested... Try Him Out. I had Good Service
If you are thinking of extending, converting, or in any way structurally altering your home, we can assist you with any or every stage of your project.
Paul did an excellent job of removing the old storm porch that was attached to my front door. Everything removed, rubble taken away, great chat & well priced. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Paul to anyone looking to get some demolition work done! Thanks Paul!
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