Business Details
30 Years
experience
Award-Winning Garden Design & Landscaping Services
Established in 1996 by award-winning garden designer Peter Dowle, our company was founded on a passion for plants and exceptional design. We create inspiring spaces where clients collaborate with our team of specialists, including landscape architects, horticulturists, and gardeners, to develop innovative gardens across the UK. With decades of collective experience, we focus on meticulous attention to detail, skilled craftsmanship, and curated plant selection. Our design studio in Huntley, Gloucestershire, offers tailored solutions from small courtyards to expansive country estates. Recognised for our expertise, we have won multiple RHS awards, including Gold Medals and Best in Show at Chelsea.Our hard landscaping teams excel in construction, while our soft landscaping experts ensure sustainable planting schemes using locally sourced British plants. We prioritise client collaboration throughout every project phase, from initial concept to final execution. Our maintenance services provide ongoing support to preserve the beauty of completed gardens. As stewards of the environment, we propagate plants in peat-reduced compost and champion biodiversity through thoughtful design. This commitment to excellence and sustainability continues to define our work today.
Services
Garden Design
Garden Construction
Plant Selection
Water Features
Garden Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in bespoke garden design
- Our team includes RHS award-winning designers and horticulturists
- We use locally sourced British plants grown in peat-reduced compost
- We offer complete garden solutions from design to maintenance
- Our projects prioritise sustainable practices and biodiversity
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to individual properties and budgets. Combining artistic vision with practical functionality, we specialise in transforming spaces ranging from urban courtyards to country estates. Our RHS award-winning designers work closely with clients to develop planting schemes and hard landscaping elements that maximise each garden's potential while maintaining a strong focus on plant selection and biodiversity.
Garden Construction
We offer comprehensive garden construction services covering both hard and soft landscaping elements. Our experienced teams handle excavation, groundworks, paving, walling, and water feature construction with precision. For soft landscaping, we coordinate plant sourcing and planting schemes, working closely with our nursery to ensure high-quality, locally sourced British plants are used wherever possible to create sustainable, thriving gardens.
Water Features
Specialising in water feature design and installation, we incorporate these elements as central components of garden design. Our expertise includes creating contemporary water features and naturalistic wildlife habitats that enhance biodiversity. With experience in complex installations under tight deadlines, we ensure each water feature integrates seamlessly with the overall garden design while maintaining practical considerations for maintenance and safety.
Garden Maintenance
Our maintenance service ensures gardens continue to thrive after initial installation. We provide ongoing care including seasonal pruning, plant health management, and structural maintenance. Our dedicated teams offer expert advice on garden upkeep, helping clients preserve the beauty and functionality of their outdoor spaces while adapting to changing environmental conditions and plant growth patterns over time.
Plant Selection
We specialise in curated plant selection tailored to each garden's specific conditions. Our horticulturists consider aspect, soil type, and desired atmosphere to create year-round interest through strategic planting. With a focus on unusual and ornamental species, including our renowned acer collection, we ensure plant choices enhance both the aesthetic appeal and ecological value of gardens while prioritising sustainable growing practices using peat-reduced compost.
People
Peter Dowle
Head Garden Designer
Founder of Leaf Creative Gardens with over 25 years' experience, Peter trained at Pershore College of Horticulture. He has won multiple RHS awards including Chelsea Gold Medals. His expertise spans garden design, plant selection, and sustainable landscaping practices, continuing his family's legacy in horticulture through innovative garden solutions.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide garden design and landscaping services throughout the United Kingdom, working on projects of all scales from small town gardens to large country estates.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we offer complete garden solutions covering initial design concepts through to construction and ongoing maintenance, ensuring continuity throughout your project.
What types of gardens do you specialise in?
We specialise in all garden types including contemporary urban spaces, traditional country gardens, and water features. Our RHS award-winning team adapts designs to suit various property types and client preferences.
How do you incorporate sustainability?
We use locally sourced British plants grown in peat-reduced compost and prioritise biodiversity in our designs. Our construction methods focus on sustainable materials and practices that support long-term garden health.
What are your office hours?
Our Huntley office is open Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. We are closed on bank holidays but can be contacted via email for urgent enquiries.
