Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Garden Design Services in Dorset
Established in 2001, Florus Garden Design has cultivated a reputation for excellence in garden design across Dorset and surrounding counties. With over two decades of combined experience, our team specialises in transforming outdoor spaces into functional, aesthetically pleasing environments tailored to individual client needs. We approach each project with meticulous attention to detail, from initial consultation and site analysis to final planting and maintenance guidance. Our collaborative process ensures clients' visions are realised through hand-crafted designs that harmonise with both the landscape and lifestyle requirements. Backed by formal qualifications in horticulture and garden design, our designers bring academic rigour and practical expertise to every commission.We manage projects of all scales, offering flexible delivery options including self-build support, contractor recommendations, or full project management. Our plant sourcing network ensures access to premium specimens, while our tailored planting plans provide ongoing horticultural advice. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, creative problem-solving, and ability to translate concepts into thriving gardens. This combination of technical proficiency and artistic sensibility has sustained our growth in the competitive landscaping sector.
Services
Garden Design
Landscape Construction
Planting Plans
Project Management
Plant Sourcing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in garden design
- Our team holds formal qualifications from Kingston Maurward College
- We provide tailored planting plans with maintenance guidance
- We manage projects from concept to completion
- We source premium quality plants and garden features
What people say
Imaginative building ideas
Beautifully-drawn options
Immaculate workmanship
Attention to detail
Deep love of plants
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to individual requirements. We combine artistic vision with technical expertise to develop functional, aesthetically pleasing environments that enhance property value and usability. Clients receive hand-crafted presentation plans with multiple design concepts for review and refinement.
Planting Plans
Tailored planting schemes feature carefully selected specimens suited to local conditions and client preferences. We provide comprehensive planting plans with maintenance guidance, ensuring year-round visual interest and ecological balance through appropriate plant combinations and growth management strategies.
Project Management
We offer full project management from initial concept to final implementation. This includes contractor coordination, material sourcing, budget management, and quality control throughout the construction process, ensuring designs are executed precisely as planned while maintaining communication with clients.
Plant Sourcing
Our extensive nursery network provides access to premium quality plants and garden features. We handle procurement logistics, selecting optimal specimens and arranging delivery or collection, saving clients time while ensuring plant health and suitability for designed schemes.
Design Consultation
Initial consultations include site analysis and vision development. We provide expert guidance on design possibilities, plant selection, and maintenance considerations, helping clients make informed decisions about their outdoor space transformation while maintaining budgetary control.
People
Carolyn
Co-Founder
Former travel industry professional with specialist garden tour expertise, RHS-certified horticulturist, and award-winning garden designer. Combines international garden knowledge with practical design skills developed through formal study at Kingston Maurward College.
Sue
Co-Founder
Experienced business owner with art and design background, transitioned to garden design through formal study at Kingston Maurward College. Brings creative vision and practical project management skills to client commissions, with particular expertise in integrating artistic elements into garden spaces.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Dorset and surrounding counties, offering both residential and commercial garden design solutions.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on all scales from small courtyard gardens to large commercial landscapes, adapting our approach to each project's unique requirements.
Can you manage the entire garden project?
Yes, we offer full project management including contractor coordination, material sourcing, and implementation oversight.
Do you provide planting maintenance guidance?
All planting schemes include tailored maintenance instructions and ongoing horticultural advice for long-term garden success.
How do you incorporate client preferences?
We begin with detailed consultations to understand your vision, then develop custom design options that reflect your personal style and practical needs.
