Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Design Partner in Herefordshire
Established in 1991, The Garden Company is a family-run business specialising in bespoke garden design and landscaping solutions across Herefordshire. Our approach prioritises client collaboration, ensuring every project reflects individual needs and aspirations. With over three decades of experience, we manage all aspects from initial concept and planning to construction and ongoing maintenance.Our team combines technical expertise in water features, stonework, timber structures, and horticulture with a commitment to restoring the sensory joy of outdoor spaces. As members of The Guild of Mastercraftsmen, we maintain rigorous standards in creating functional, aesthetically cohesive gardens tailored to each client's lifestyle.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping
Water Features
Paving & Stonework
Timber Construction
Planting & Pruning
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Established family business operating since 1991
- Personalised service with client-focused design philosophy
- Expertise in water features, stonework, and timber construction
- Award-winning design heritage from Chelsea Flower Show
- Guild of Mastercraftsmen membership ensuring quality standards
Associations and certifications
- The Guild of Mastercraftsmen
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates tailored outdoor spaces that reflect your lifestyle and preferences. We begin by understanding your vision and site conditions before developing detailed plans. Our approach combines aesthetic creativity with practical functionality to maximise your garden's potential.
Landscaping
From concept to completion, our landscaping service delivers high-quality garden transformations. We handle all aspects including earthworks, drainage, and feature installation. Our experienced team ensures precise execution of both hard and soft landscaping elements to create cohesive, enduring outdoor environments.
Water Features
We design and construct bespoke water features that enhance garden aesthetics and atmosphere. Our expertise covers ponds, waterfalls, and contemporary water sculptures. Each installation is carefully integrated with surrounding landscaping to create natural-looking, low-maintenance aquatic elements.
Timber Construction
Our custom timber constructions add architectural interest to outdoor spaces. We create durable pergolas, gazebos, and summerhouses using quality materials. Each structure is designed to complement your garden's style while providing functional outdoor living areas.
Planting & Pruning
We develop planting schemes that ensure year-round interest and ecological balance. Our specialist pruning maintains tree health and shape while enhancing garden aesthetics. Regular maintenance services keep your garden thriving through all seasons with minimal environmental impact.
People
Mark Dowle
Principal Designer
Qualified landscape designer with over 40 years' experience. Led award-winning projects including Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal gardens. Combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver exceptional outdoor spaces tailored to client needs.
Questions
What garden design services do you offer?
We provide full-service garden design including initial consultations, concept plans, construction drawings, and planting schemes tailored to your property and lifestyle requirements.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we manage complete garden projects from initial design through to construction and ongoing maintenance, ensuring consistent quality throughout the process.
What areas do you cover?
Our primary service area is Herefordshire, including Ross-on-Wye and surrounding regions, with projects extending to nearby counties when required.
Can you work with existing garden features?
We assess existing elements to determine which should be retained, modified, or replaced, creating designs that harmoniously integrate valuable features with new improvements.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We begin with detailed consultations to understand your vision, followed by collaborative plan development and regular progress updates throughout implementation.
