Let’s be honest; gardens can be a bit a bit of a headache. You’ve just bought your dream home, but the garden is a disaster. Or maybe you’ve lived in your house for a while and put off the sorting the garden for so long, it’s now become a total nightmare. Or perhaps you have big dreams for your garden but no idea where or how to start?
The truth of the matter is gardens are really important spaces that can contribute massively to our quality of life. Well worth investing in.
Many people don’t realise what a garden designer does or even that they exist in the first place. Well keep reading and I’ll explain how a garden designer can not only help alleviate your garden headaches but ultimately help you create your dream space and also add value to your property.
1. A garden designer has training in design
Seems obvious? It’s in the name! But it’s an important factor to consider. Designers are trained to meet a client’s needs, solve spatial problems and at the same time create something that looks aesthetically pleasing. You will be provided with visual aids such as 3D computer aided designs, plans and mood boards. Essentially, you will be able to see what you’re paying for before it’s built.
Hiring a trained designer is the best way to create a garden that is both fit for purpose AND beautiful.
2. A garden designer has training in horticulture
Ever bought a plant from the garden center and a few months later its died? Garden designers have the horticultural training to be able help you put plants in a garden that will thrive. Having an in-depth knowledge of horticulture helps us to know which plants will grow well in which location and in which type of soil. We know which plants grow well together and look good together too (thanks again to those trusty design skills).
3. A garden designer can oversee the construction of your garden
So you’ve got a design for your garden. It doesn’t stop there. We provide all the paperwork and construction detailing to give to your chosen contractors. This can be very detailed and requires knowledge in material selection and construction. While the contractors build your garden, the garden designers will come and visit the site and make sure the design is going plan. Any problems that arise, we can be there to deal with it and help to solve any problems that arise. Another headache gone!
4. Garden designers can create planting plans
Plants add life and energy to your garden. A patio or deck to sit on is of course important but the plants are what bring life into your space and give you something beautiful to look at, providing an escape from our busy lives.
A planting plan details exactly which plants will go where in any specified border or planter. We provide a full design as well as a specification which includes costing, the amount of plants and where to source them. In fact, we can source and order all the plants for you and when they arrive plant them in your garden. Many garden designers offer this service and will plant your garden for you once the contractors finish the hard landscaping.
5. Garden designers are creative
Garden designers can think creatively about your garden and come up with ideas you may not have thought of or could suggest concepts, themes and styles that will make your garden stand out.
Whether you have a vision already or don’t know where to start, a garden designer can turn your outdoor space into a special, unique place that stands out from the rest.
6. A garden designer can add value to your property
An important point, saved for last! It’s well known that a garden will add value to a property, especially if you live in a city, where space is a luxury. So, if a garden is a selling point of a house, having one that is well designed will undoubtedly increase its overall value.
When people come to view a house, a garden that is unloved will immediately signal to them that they need to spend money on it. Something they will factor into their offer. On the other hand, a garden that is functional and beautiful will be a wow factor resulting in more excitement and interest in your property.
Hopefully this has given more clarity on the role of a garden designer and just how much we can help you with your outdoor space – however big or small.
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