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We address common queries and offer insights into the intricacies of creating stunning outdoor spaces. Explore answers to your questions and gain a deeper understanding of the artistry behind our garden designs.

Jane is fully qualified and has been through tough accreditation processes. She has a distinction in her level 2 BTec Garden Design qualification and is also a Member of the Association of Professional Landscapers, which means she designs to the highest professional standards.

We can come up with unique ideas and provide you with the visual means and confidence to know the design will work, giving you financial investment and confidence to proceed with the build, together with help making crucial decisions and to deal with any issues that may potentially arise.

I don’t claim to have a preferred style, I love all design, but I probably sway towards a fusion of contemporary with period features. I believe that having the ability to design to the needs of the client, rather than what could possibly be in my comfort zone, keeps my design ideas fresh, unique and totally bespoke for the individual client.

Designs are charged according to the size of the garden and the complexity of the project. This starts at £900 for a design presentation plan for a garden up to 100sqm, with a planting plan starting at £300. Project monitoring is charged per hour/visit to site.

You can do as much or as little as you wish! As part of the initial consultation, I will ask lots of questions as part of a questionnaire that enables me to gather as much information as possible. You may wish to manage the project yourself, or you can commission me to monitor the process. At the final stage of planting, again you may wish to take on this yourself or ask me to, or we can work together!

Drawings are created for elements within the design which require detailed specification to enable the contractor to fully understand how the designer would like it built and with what materials. The contractor can therefore quote accurately and there will be no confusion during the build.

For exactly the same reasons that you wouldn’t build an extension to your house without employing an architect. We are experts in our profession and we have to skills and vision to realise your dream garden. We also have detailed knowledge of plants and how they will integrate with the design and the surrounding environment.

At the initial meeting I will bring along my portfolio to show you projects completed in the past and describe the process along the way.

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Exemplary Standards

Unity Garden Design takes immense pride in being a member of The Association of Professional Landscapers. This affiliation underscores our unwavering commitment to upholding industry standards, ensuring every project reflects excellence, professionalism, and innovative landscaping expertise.

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Based on 9 reviews
Jo Moore
Jo Moore
2023-07-20
A neighbour used Jane and posted her design on our WhatsApp group,that's how we came to find her and wow I absolutely love our garden. We had a meeting where Jane asked lots of questions, and to be honest I didn't really know the answers to , I just knew what I didn't like about our garden and wanted something that my husband and I could do ourselves, so didn't want anything that was outside our capabilities, so waiting for Janes design was nervous anticipation , and she certainly didn't disappoint it had everything I wanted , it was simple but effective it was definitely hard work but well worth it ,and working to Jane's design was easy even for a couple of novice's. If your on the fence about using a garden designer then take the plunge you won't be disappointed , I think Jane read my mind to be fair , I will definitely use her again if we move house Thank you so much Jane
Jane Martin
Jane Martin
2022-10-26
The Company was recommended to me. I had no idea what I wanted but had a few things I wanted including in the design. Jane asked lots of questions and came up with the perfect design. We spoke about the timescale of the work to be done, and this was kept to. The work is of top quality. I also like the leaflet she produced showing me what all the plants are and what I need to do with them to keep them healthy. Everyone who worked in the garden were professional and got the jobs done. I would definitely recommend them.
Mel Sheard
Mel Sheard
2021-08-19
Jane is professional and easy to get along with. My garden was messy but Jane and Drew have transformed it into a lovely space and it looks bigger. I highly recommend them.
Andy Stallwood
Andy Stallwood
2020-12-06
Jane is amazing. Her creativity, vision and understanding of what would work for us has given us a garden that has exceeded all of our expectations. She was a joy to work with and made the whole process so much fun.
Lorraine Squires Shaw
Lorraine Squires Shaw
2020-05-07
We had our garden completely redesigned by Jane and her team and what an amazing job! It has had a complete makeover - some really innovative features that I would never have though of and she really understood waht we were looking for. A very friendly but professional approach and lovely designs drawn up, that are a nice keepsake. All the materials used were of a very good quality and her landscape team were very reliable and hard working. Got the job done to time and cleared up well afterwards. A year on and the garden still looks amazing and that's no thanks to our own gardening skills as we have hardly had to touch it, which was just what we needed! The dogs love it too, especially the journey through the garden which I had never even thought about before ! Thanks Jane!
Debby Brennan
Debby Brennan
2020-03-31
Working with Jane is like going on an exciting adventure. Our first consultation included a questionnaire which highlighted what colours, textures etc we were looking to incorporate in our garden, so very thorough, when Jane left we could not wait for her to come back with her ideas. When Jane presented us with her vision, not just one but 3 of them, we were bowled over, all the things we had talked about and so much more, we felt comfortable to make a few little tweaks which Jane encouraged our feedback and made us feel that there was complete flexibility throughout, we decided on the design and Jane returned with a mood board and a plant list. Over the weeks the garden began to take shape and when we faced a few little challenges, Jane took away any concerns and gave us the confidence that all would be well and indeed it was! We cannot thank Jane enough she has been incredible, and our amazing space has turned into an extension of our house, we cannot wait for the summer to come along and we can spend many a day/evening enjoying what has been created for us with our family and friends! Jane thank you so much for all your hard work, your determination and your amazing ability to understand what we wanted when we did not.
Katie Hadingham
Katie Hadingham
2020-03-29
I was so pleased to have Jane come and design my garden for me. She was very personable, extremely helpful and an all round lovely lady. She drew her design and then ask me various questions to enable her to adapt it where necessary. She even put me in contact with a landscaper to come and put her design into practice. The best thing I have found is that she keeps checking in with me about how everything is going and what she can do to help. I would highly recommend her as a reputable garden designer.
Monika Ostrowska
Monika Ostrowska
2020-03-28
Jane designed our garden in Spring 2019. Jane visited our house and spent several hours with us measuring, planning and then drawing some lovely designs. She offered 3 versions, from which we selected one that we liked most, which she developed further. She took into consideration the soil type, sun aspect, our preferences in terms of level of maintenance and lifestyle as well as personal taste.She also offered advice on how we could approach the landscaping work and how much it would cost if we did some work ourselves compared with using a gardening company. She followed up with mood boards, tips and advice on various decisions we needed to make. We've used her detailed plan throughout the development, albeit with small amendments. The result is a beautiful and cosy garden that we are very proud of and happy with.