Professional soft landscape gardener.
All aspects of soft landscaping undertaken. From designing and creating nature friendly planting schemes. My aim is to provide a high standard of finish, leaving you with a beautiful garden you want to spend time in. Where you can observe wildlife, knowing you have a green space that not only looks good, but contributes towards wildlife conservation. With over twenty year of experience, and a lifetime of love for the natural world, the plan is to leave you with a space rich for nature, as well as people.
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At any point after our first meeting, or while I am putting your quote together, I am more than happy to put you in contact with a previous client. Hopefully giving you that extra peace of mind.
I enjoy having good tools for the work I do. They aren’t for show and do take a serious battering from time to time. I also find having them is a good reminder for the high standard I set myself on each job. Like my tools, I hope my gardens last along time.
MY PROMISE
I pride myself on getting the most out of any work I do. Doing it to the best of my ability. I am always trying to reach a level I would be happy with, if I were the client having the work done myself. I only use and source the best quality materials for each specific job. For all planting jobs I personally go and pick every individual plant. This way ensuring I get the healthiest specimens available. Even after a job is finished, I am more than happy to offer ongoing advice and guidance for any of my projects, should you need help, so you get the most from your garden.
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About Me
MY NAME IS Ed
I have been a gardener for twenty years plus. I have worked for a few landscaping firms in that time. But fourteen or so years ago I decided to go back to college and study a course in landscaping, with the aim of getting as much out of it, to set up my own business. It also allowed me to discover the area I was most interested in. Which turned out to be plants! This was most likely due to my love of the natural world. I have always had an obsession with insects, birds and mammals. But for some reason one day, plants joined that group. Wildlife and being immersed in nature is without doubt my biggest passion and hobby. I spend most of my spare time finding species in their natural environments and observing them. Luckily for me this is what I call a good time. It is important to then try and implement this slight obsession into my work life. Fortunatly both go hand in hand. Gardens have a lot of potential to be habitat spaces that wildlife can thrive in.
All my work is quoted for and carried out by myself. Which I hope gives the added assurance that you are going to get a job well done.
TESTIMONIES - AS SEEN ON GOOGLE
Michael Schofield
Ed was amazing. He was clear with his timing and pricing right from the off. He did everything he said he was going to do, worked hard and my garden was left a different place post his work to enjoy and I love the end result. He is passionate about what he does and has amazing knowledge. Ed was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to anyone!
Odette Schwartz
We are so lucky to have found Ed, he took so much love and care in designing our garden and helped improve on our original vision. He has transformed our garden into a beautiful space and he continues to offer advice and support months after completion. We were complete garden novices at the start of the project but with Ed’s guidance, we are slowly turning into green fingered gardeners. He goes above and beyond and would highly recommend his services!
Lynette Sisson
Ed recently installed a beautiful Portuguese Laurel hedge along one of our boundaries in West Wimbledon. He went to a lot of effort in preparing the site and soil, sourcing healthy plants and ensuring the hedge was straight and level, as well as moving and replanting some mature shrubs that were in the way. Ed cares about his work, is very responsive and incredibly knowledgeable about horticulture - plus he’s a lovely guy! Thoroughly recommend!
Judith Foy
Edward came and totally re did my front flower beds and it be wonderful All summer and still is despite the dry weather. He has just done two very large beds in our back garden and I’m sure they will be gorgeous next spring summer. Very efficient and gets the job done.
Kristine Sinha
Ed exceeded our expectations in every way! From the initial consultation to the final touches, he demonstrated remarkable speed, professionalism, and impeccable attention to detail. His expertise and guidance were invaluable in the design and planting of our garden. Not only did he bring our vision to life, but he also offered insightful suggestions that enhanced the overall aesthetic and functionality of the space. Working with Ed was an absolute pleasure, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a skilled and reliable landscaper/gardener.
Anu Chanda
Ed planned and redesigned our garden in Wimbledon this summer. This was challenging as it involved raising a very long bed on the far side of the garden and then planting appropriately for the shady areas. Ed did an amazing job, taking into account all our preferences! As we were keen on a low maintenance design, Ed produced some really innovative plans for us with herbaceous perennials, but also ensuring we had good colour through the seasons. His communication throughout was excellent and costs clearly set out. He also took great care to reposition a plant that I was very attached to, for which I am very grateful. His passion and professionalism shines through. The garden now looks transformed and we love it! I would recommend Ed very highly.
Annette Ross
Ed did a great job of understanding my brief and suggesting a planting plan that was perfectly suited to my taste. The work was timely and efficient and Ed was a pleasure to deal with. Ed clearly cares about his work and standards and was happy to come back and give me care advice to keep the garden looking great. My front garden is now bursting with beautiful flowers.
sanjiv kumar
We used Ed to redesign our back garden. His design and choice of plants that would complement with the garden layout, surroundings and existing trees was fabulous. His knowledge of all varieties of plants and when/how to plant and take care of them was very good. Throughout the process, he was very helpful and accommodative of our ideas as well. His follow up service is very good. I would highly recommend him garden work.
Stephen Springham
Ed recently sourced and planted a number of trees and shrubs in our garden in Wimbledon. We could not be more happy with the results. We had some initial ideas but were open to suggestions, which Ed duly came up with as he clearly has both great horticultural knowledge and a passion for what he does. He was also very professional in all aspects of the process and his communication in particular was always clear and timely. We would have no hesitation in employing him again and in recommending his services to others.
lucia palma
Ed did a great job in our front garden. He sent a nice design with the quote which we discussed and agreed some changes. The garden looks lovely now and I fell confident I’ll be able to maintain it as Ed explained me what to do. I would highly recommend especially because you can call Ed if you have a question even after the job is finished.
Toby English
We have used Ed now on a couple of occasions - firstly to design and landscape our front garden/drive, and secondly to again design and then landscape our main garden, and we’d highly recommend him for any gardening project or landscaping project. Ed has such an amazing vision, as well as an incredible knowledge of various plants, flowers and trees, which enables him to come up with designs which incorporate just the right plants for the right areas. Our drive and front garden was changed from a tiled “square” into a beautiful oasis of wild flowers, a magnolia tree, and the previous tiles to shingle, which involved digging up the old concrete tiles and creating a new base for the shingle itself, not an easy job. The plants and flowers come out at various times of the year, and look fantastic, and we often have passers by commenting on how much they like it. For our rear garden, after consulting us on the ideas we had for what is a rather challenging space with lots of shade, Ed came up with a plan which meant certain areas were zoned, so that the sunnier parts now have a tropical area, and the shadier areas also have the right elements of plant, and the whole space has been thoughtfully brought to life so that it looks fantastic. Ed is not only knowledgeable about all things plant and landscape related, but also is passionate about nature and wildlife in general, and he really understands the spaces he works with. His aftercare is also second to none, making sure that everything is established as it should be. If you are looking for someone who really understands his craft, and is able to come up with thoughtfully designed areas and spaces in your garden, then Ed is the person for the job.
Ellie Smith
We had our front garden completely landscaped and Ed put together an amazing assortment of plants, tree's, bamboos. Things I hadn't even heard of. There was color, texture and interest throughout every season. It is my favorite place at home I absolutely love it. Worth every penny and Ed is always on hand to help advise me how to maintain and look after the garden. Couldn't recommend him enough.
Kate McVeigh
I used Ed to advise and then plant my front garden and driveway. I gave him a very loose, three word brief which he took away and came up with a wonderful plan. He was extremely flexible as we went back and forth to fine-tune the ideas, then executed the work quickly and with a great attitude. His follow up customer service was great, sending me instructions on how to look after my plants via email and checking in to see how things were going. I really recommend chatting to Ed if you need inspiration - and using Ed to give your green space a new lease of life.
Chris Whitson
We first used Ed last Spring to redesign the planting in our garden. His initial designs were fabulous and we've been enjoying the garden ever since. We've seen Ed twice since - last Autumn (2019) and this Autumn (2020) to prune and prepare the plants for the winter. He's been great and invaluable help to a terrified novice like me. He's always happy to respond to email questions with advice too. A pleasure to know and have at hand!
Laura Waters
Ed was very professional and knowledgeable. We got him to build our garden fence with feather edge and trellis. We also had our lawn relaid which has improved the garden a lot. We are very happy with the service and would definitely recommend.
Samantha Phillips
Ed is fantastic - extremely knowledgeable and it's clear he has a real love for his work. Very reliable and trustworthy, and I am very happy with the work that he did (selecting and planting various plants and flowers in my half shaded garden). Good attention to detail too. Thanks Ed!
Jihan Saeed
Ed is great! He is detailed and has lots of imagination with making your garden space look beautiful! Ed is so passionate about his work!! Highly recommend him!
Shirley Kee Son
Ed did an amazing job laying my new lawn. He is an extremely talented, creative and knowledgeable landscaper. He has great attention to detail and I would highly recommend him.
David Renshaw
Ed planned and advised us on the landscaping and turfing around a Mansion block in Raynes Park. He did an excellent job and the gardens are now emerging very well. Costs were always clearly set out and timescales were always respected. I would highly recommend this company to anyone for the services described.
Kerry W
We used Ed for our planter boxes and hedges. He was very knowledgeable, reliable and helpful when considering the design and offered to help with some after-care. Would recommend.
Emanuele Visintin
Ed did a brilliant job in creating our landscape garden and selecting suitable plants/flowers. Very happy with the service provided, highly recommended
Justin Kee Son
Ed is extraordinary Landscaper and horticultural gardener, he has very good knowledge in plants. He pays meticulous detail and attention to display his work!
The onions
We have used Ed a number of times, his knowledge on plants is amazing, we wouldn’t use anybody else. Highly recommend
Victoria Ferres
Can't recommend Ed enough - super knowledgeable, professional and helpful. Did an amazing job in my garden, would never use anyone else.