The initial consultation

This is a chance for us to look at your garden and discuss the requirements and problems you may have in your garden. We will have a relaxed talk about different styles and likes and dislikes you may have so we can get a good idea of how you would like your garden to be. We may also discuss budget at this point. Depending on what you want it is always good to have a contingency in case we unearth something not budgeted for in your garden.

Quote and go ahead

After the meeting we will send you a quote and specify what this includes and if you want to go ahead. We will send you a brief of what we discussed for you to reflect on and change if needed until you are happy that's what you would like your garden to be. It is very important that this is clear to so that we are working towards the same end result.

SurveY

When you have given us the go ahead for the design a survey can be done. It includes recording everything in your garden, including trees, flower beds, patios, driveways, boundaries and house. This is necessary so we can design your garden accurately and retain details you want to keep. We will come along at a scheduled time to take survey of your garden. If the garden is very large or has lots of different levels it might require a surveying company to do the surveying, which we will arrange.

Second consultation

After the survey has been drawn up we can start to do sketches and research which we will relay to you in this second consultation. You will get a visual presentation of the plans we have for your garden with possible material samples and mood boards to make our vision clearer. We can discuss the layout and if there are any changes you would like to make.

Drawing plans

From sketches and feedback from you, we will produce the required drawings and other supporting material needed for the project. This might include samples of the paving, gravel or other landscaping details.

Presentation of Master plan

We will have an informal meeting and your new plans for the garden will be presented and explained to you in detail with supporting materials. I will walk you through the drawings an try to paint a picture of how your garden will look and work for you.

Construction plans

When you are satisfied with the Master plan we will produce the technical drawings and construction plans needed for the garden build to run smoothly.

Planting plan

A Planting plan will be produced to tie in with the mood boards produced for the garden. Plant schedules with quantities will also be produced to be sent off to Plant suppliers for quotation.

Build

We work with a range of experienced landscapers to different budgets and finishes depending on our clients needs. We will work with the landscaper to create a time schedule which works for you and liaise through out the build to ensure a smooth completion.

Planting

When the hard landscaping have been done we can complete the build by planting up the garden. Ordering plants, receiving the delivery onsite, putting them out in their right position and planting them.

Finished garden

Now it's time for you to enjoy your new garden!

Things to think about when you work with a Garden Designer:

• Choose the designer that is right for you

• Be clear about your needs and keep communication flowing

• Be honest with your budget

• Be realistic about timings

• Trust your designer

• Be prepared for potential disruption

• Discuss any issues as quickly as possible