Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Design Experts in Barnet, London
Fenton Roberts Garden Design Garden Design was founded in 2011 by Jo Fenton and her now-retired partner Anne Roberts. With 15 years of practical experience as a professional gardener in North London, Jo trained at Capel Manor Horticultural College, earning qualifications in Garden Design, Horticulture, and Hard Landscaping. Our approach combines understated, practical designs with generous amounts of beautiful planting, tailored to each client's unique requirements and garden setting. We specialise in imaginative use of space and original planting schemes, ensuring gardens thrive while remaining easy to maintain.Jo's expertise in plant selection and combination brings gardens to life, connecting clients to nature and relieving stress. Our work has been featured in RHS 'The Garden' Magazine, and we serve North London, Hertfordshire, and beyond. Client testimonials highlight our attention to detail, timely delivery, and ability to transform gardens into stunning, functional spaces.
Services
Garden Design
Planting Design
Plant Supply & Planting
Maintenance Information
Wheelie Bin Store Plans
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 15 years of practical gardening experience in North London
- Our designs are tailored to individual client requirements and garden settings
- We specialise in imaginative use of space and original planting schemes
- Featured in RHS 'The Garden' Magazine for innovative courtyard designs
- Award-winning team including Capel Manor's Student of the Year recipient
What people say
Simply stunning
Exceeded expectations
Excellent execution
Innovative design
Beautiful planting
Services
Garden Design
We create detailed garden plans with 3D concept drawings to visualise your new outdoor space. Our designs focus on practical layouts combined with beautiful planting schemes. Each plan considers your specific requirements and garden conditions to maximise functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Planting Design
Our expert planting designs combine species suited to your garden's microclimate and soil conditions. We select plants that provide year-round interest while maintaining ecological balance. Each scheme considers growth patterns and maintenance requirements to ensure long-term success.
Plant Supply & Planting
We supply and install all necessary plants according to our designed schemes. Our team ensures proper planting techniques and initial establishment care. This service guarantees your garden's planting phase meets our exact specifications for optimal growth.
Maintenance Information
We provide comprehensive maintenance guidance including monthly task tables and annual progress assessments. Our instructions help new gardeners understand plant care requirements while maintaining the designed aesthetic throughout the seasons.
Wheelie Bin Store Plans
Our downloadable plans include detailed diagrams for constructing a green-roofed wheelie bin store. The package contains step-by-step instructions and planting guidance for the living roof feature, allowing DIY builders to create functional garden storage.
People
Jo Fenton
Garden Designer
Jo trained at Capel Manor College after 15 years as a professional gardener. She specialises in combining practical garden design with beautiful planting schemes. Her expertise in plant selection ensures gardens thrive while remaining easy to maintain.
Anne Roberts
Co-Founder
Anne co-founded Fenton Roberts Garden Design Garden Design with Jo Fenton in 2011. With extensive horticultural qualifications, she contributed to the company's early success through structural landscaping expertise before retirement.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve North London and Hertfordshire, with experience working across various garden types in urban and suburban environments.
Do you offer full garden installation services?
We provide detailed design plans and specifications for landscapers to implement. We also offer plant supply and planting services as part of our design packages.
Can I purchase the wheelie bin store plans?
Yes, our green-roofed wheelie bin store plans are available for purchase with full construction diagrams and planting instructions included.
How experienced is your design team?
Jo Fenton has 15 years practical gardening experience plus formal qualifications from Capel Manor College, where she won Student of the Year for Garden Design.
Do you provide maintenance guidance?
Yes, we include monthly maintenance tables and can provide annual progress assessments to help maintain your garden's designed appearance.
