Wild Sanctuary

Are your borders feeling tired, or only looking their best for a few weeks each year? Thoughtful planting design can transform how your garden performs throughout the seasons.

Guided by the ecological principle of right plant, right place, I produce hand-drawn planting plans that combine colour, structure, style, and wildlife-friendly planting tailored to your garden.

Planting design consultancy is charged at £35 per hour, fixed quotes available on request.

Each projects is different but expect a detailed, scaled planting plans to start from £280

Creating a garden that is resilient, biodiverse, and uniquely yours takes careful thought and collaboration. I aim to design spaces that balance beauty, practicality, and wildlife value — gardens that feel good to be in and evolve gradually over time.

From simple concept layouts to fully detailed construction plans, I work closely with you to create a garden that suits your lifestyle, space, and budget.

Garden design consultancy is charged at £35 per hour, fixed quotes available on request.

Each projects is different but expect scaled concept plans to start from £350, with detailed, construction designs starting from £1155.

Are you looking for a creative gardener who combines a love of plants with practical horticultural experience and an RHS qualification? Regular maintenance is key to keeping a garden healthy, resilient, and looking its best throughout the seasons.

I offer ongoing garden maintenance using organic, nature-friendly methods, working with a light touch to support soil health, encourage biodiversity, and allow planting to thrive naturally.

Maintenance is charged at £26 per hour (Kendal and vicinity only, 2026 rates).

This back garden was transformed from a blank canvas into a lush, plant-filled garden featuring a pond, orchard, and productive growing areas. The design responds carefully to challenging conditions, including heavy soils with poor drainage and prolonged periods of shade.

Delivered in phases over several months, the project allowed costs to be managed while the garden evolved naturally. By the end of the first season, the ornamental borders had already taken on a mature, established feel.

At this old Brigsteer cottage, previously empty or overgrown borders and raised beds were reimagined with a romantic planting scheme. Soft, airy perennials and grasses are balanced with strong structural planting, including clipped box and yew.

The garden's exposed, windy conditions informed the choice of robust, resilient plants. Skimmia was woven through the scheme as a meaningful detail, reflecting the flowers used in the clients' wedding bouquets.

As part of a full home renovation, we created a thoughtful garden layout and planting scheme for a compact back garden.

The design carefully balances biodiversity and practicality, combining bird- and pollinator-friendly planting with an occasional parking space, a play lawn, and a patio designed for relaxed entertaining.

A healthy, thriving garden starts from the ground up. Taking time to understand your soil and care for it properly makes all the difference.

In early spring, we often recommend adding plenty of organic matter, such as mushroom compost, to boost nutrients, suppress weeds, and help the soil hold onto moisture as the season unfolds.

Every garden contains a range of microclimates, from damp, shady areas to dry, sun-baked banks. Selecting plants that are suited to these conditions is key to long-term success.

Healthy, vigorous plants are more resilient to pests and drought, and many can be divided as they mature to provide even more plants for your garden.

Designing a garden that supports local wildlife brings huge rewards, not just for nature but for the health and resilience of the garden itself.

A diverse mix of flowering plants provides nectar and pollen across the growing season, complemented by features such as log piles, wildflower areas, and small ponds that offer shelter and breeding spaces.