Business Details
Expert Garden Design in Bath
Bath Garden Design has cultivated a reputation for excellence over its 23-year journey, blending historical appreciation with modern sustainable practices. Our team of horticultural experts and designers specialises in creating timeless gardens that harmonise with their surroundings while prioritising ecological balance. With a philosophy rooted in preserving living legacies, we collaborate with trusted landscapers and artisans to deliver bespoke design packages, detailed planting plans, and tailored maintenance services.Our commitment to client satisfaction is evidenced by our transparent processes, comprehensive project management, and a proven track record of transforming overgrown spaces into thriving sanctuaries. Recognised for our expertise in wildflower meadows and heritage garden conservation, we combine hands-on experience with formal qualifications to ensure every project meets the highest standards of craftsmanship and environmental stewardship.
Services
Garden Consultation
Garden Design
Garden Maintenance
Wildflower Meadows
Heritage Garden Conservation
Topiary Shaping
Estate Management
Pruning Services
Sustainable Landscaping
Highlights and features
- We offer 23 years of specialist garden design and maintenance expertise
- Our team holds formal horticultural qualifications including RHS Level 2 certifications
- We implement sustainable practices with peat-free substrates and water conservation systems
- Our wildflower meadow specialists have created five large-scale projects this year alone
- We provide comprehensive project management from design to construction phases
Associations and certifications
- Wildflower Turf Ltd
What people say
'Perfect team to assist'
'Incredible work'
'Transformed our garden'
'Highly talented team'
'Joy to work with'
Services
Garden Consultation
Our expert garden consultations provide tailored guidance for transforming outdoor spaces. Starting at 300, this service includes a one-hour site visit with our director, detailed planting suggestions, and a comprehensive 3-4 page report outlining practical solutions. Ideal for both new projects and existing garden enhancements, our consultations help bridge the gap between vision and reality through professional expertise and actionable recommendations.
Wildflower Meadows
Specialist wildflower meadow installation and maintenance services that enhance biodiversity. As accredited Wildflower Turf Ltd partners, we provide tailored solutions from initial planting to ongoing management. Our expertise ensures thriving ecosystems that support pollinators while creating visually stunning landscapes that evolve seasonally through expertly managed cutting regimes.
Garden Maintenance
Comprehensive maintenance packages ensure long-term garden health. Services include seasonal pruning, topiary shaping, weed control, and specialist care for roses, wisteria, and fruit trees. With weekly or bi-weekly visits, our qualified horticulturists implement sustainable practices to maintain your garden's beauty throughout the changing seasons.
Heritage Garden Conservation
Expert conservation services for listed properties and historic gardens. Our team conducts detailed historical research, creates conservation reports, and implements restoration plans that respect original design intent while incorporating modern sustainable practices to preserve garden heritage for future generations.
Topiary Shaping
Professional topiary design and maintenance services that add structure to gardens. Our skilled team specialises in both formal geometric shapes and naturalistic forms, offering rejuvenation of existing topiary and creation of new designs using traditional techniques combined with modern horticultural practices.
People
Katrina Sharland
Director
With a Horticultural Diploma from City & Guilds and extensive practical experience, Katrina leads our design team. Her expertise spans planting schemes, heritage gardens, and sustainable practices, combining formal qualifications with hands-on knowledge gained from working in prestigious estates.
Alex Sinclair
Head Gardener & Meadow Curator
Specialist in wildflower meadow creation with five years' experience at Bath Garden Design. Alex combines horticultural expertise with a passion for native plants, having established several successful meadows while maintaining a focus on ecological balance and biodiversity enhancement.
Sophie Cash
Head Gardener & Team Leader
Pursuing RHS Level 2 qualifications while leading our gardening team. Sophie's background in design photography informs her aesthetic approach to horticulture, with a particular focus on sustainable practices and wildlife-friendly garden management.
Patrick
Head Gardener
Former teacher turned horticulturist, Patrick brings enthusiasm for outdoor education and ecological gardening. With RHS Level 2 qualifications and a passion for wildlife conservation, he specialises in connecting garden design with natural habitat creation.
Dominie
Head Gardener
RHS Level 2 qualified gardener with expertise in naturalistic planting and sustainable practices. Dominie's work combines ecological principles with creative design, extending to floristry and outdoor education through community projects at festivals and events.
Questions
What garden design services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive garden design packages including initial consultations, detailed planting plans, construction drawings, and project management. Our services cover modern courtyards, country landscapes, and heritage garden restoration.
Do you provide garden maintenance plans?
Yes, we offer tailored maintenance packages with weekly or bi-weekly visits, including lawn care, hedge trimming, weeding, jet-washing, and specialist pruning for roses, wisteria, and fruit trees.
How do you approach sustainable gardening?
We prioritise peat-free substrates, rainwater harvesting systems, organic pest control, and local material sourcing. Our wildflower meadow installations enhance biodiversity while reducing environmental impact.
Can you help with listed property gardens?
Our team specialises in heritage garden conservation, offering historical research, conservation reports, and restoration plans for listed properties while maintaining ecological balance.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Bath and surrounding Wiltshire areas, with experience working on projects across the South West including Bristol, Somerset, and Gloucestershire.
