Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Garden Design & Consultation in Edinburgh
Nick Burton Garden Design is a specialist garden design and consultation practice based in Edinburgh. With over two decades of experience in horticulture and garden restoration, we create bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to clients' needs, blending practicality with aesthetic appeal. Our expertise spans formal, informal, historic, and contemporary gardens across urban and rural settings. We work closely with clients to rejuvenate existing gardens or develop new designs, incorporating features like lawns, water elements, and wildlife-friendly planting schemes. Our portfolio includes projects in Edinburgh, East Lothian, Gloucestershire, and Northamptonshire, reflecting diverse design challenges and solutions.Nick's background as Head Gardener at prestigious estates informs his approach to garden history and plant selection. We specialise in translating client visions into functional, beautiful spaces while maintaining ecological sensitivity and long-term sustainability. Our services extend to project management, planting schemes, and ongoing garden consultancy south of the border. This practice combines technical expertise with creative design to deliver gardens that evolve beautifully over time.
Services
Garden Design
Garden Restoration
Planting Schemes
Wildlife Gardens
Show Garden Construction
Garden Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in garden design and restoration
- Our team combines horticultural expertise with creative design solutions
- We provide tailored garden designs for both urban and rural properties
- Our portfolio includes award-winning restoration projects
- We maintain ongoing consultancy relationships for long-term garden development
Services
Garden Design
We create bespoke garden designs tailored to property type and client preferences. Our approach combines aesthetic appeal with practical functionality across urban and rural settings. Services include layout planning, material selection, and integration of features like water elements and sculpture.
Garden Restoration
Specialist restoration of historic and neglected gardens using traditional techniques. We revive period features while modernising spaces for contemporary use. Projects include border rejuvenation, path reconstruction, and heritage planting schemes.
Planting Schemes
Custom planting designs for seasonal interest and ecological balance. We select appropriate species for climate, soil type, and maintenance requirements. Services cover formal borders, wildflower meadows, and wildlife-friendly habitats.
Wildlife Gardens
Design of biodiverse garden ecosystems incorporating native plants, hedgerows, and habitat features. We create spaces that attract pollinators and local wildlife while maintaining aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Garden Consultancy
Ongoing garden development guidance for established properties. Services include maintenance planning, seasonal planting advice, and project management for phased garden improvements across different property types.
People
Nick Burton
Garden Designer & Consultant
With over 20 years' experience, Nick specialises in garden design and restoration. He studied Amenity Horticulture at Writtle College and has worked at prestigious estates including Painshill Park and Kelmarsh Hall.
Questions
What areas do you cover for garden design projects?
We work throughout Edinburgh and the surrounding regions, with past projects in East Lothian, Gloucestershire, and Northamptonshire.
What garden styles do you specialise in?
We design formal, informal, historic, and contemporary gardens tailored to each client's preferences and property characteristics.
Do you handle both new gardens and restoration projects?
Yes, we offer both garden creation and restoration services, including historic garden rejuvenation and modernisation of existing spaces.
Can you help with wildlife-friendly garden design?
Yes, we create biodiverse gardens using native plants and habitat features to attract pollinators and local wildlife.
Do you provide ongoing garden consultancy?
Yes, we offer continued garden development advice and maintenance planning for established properties.
What experience do you have with show gardens?
We have built gardens for major horticultural shows including Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Shows.
