Prices

For garden design costs fall into two areas, the design costs and the build costs and these are dependent on the size and complexity of the project.

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After an initial no obligation £45 design consultation which lasts approximately one and a half hours Nicole will put together a schedule of phased stages and a quote. These are stages are normally the survey, the concept design and master plan, construction drawings and planting plans. The quote is based on a rate of £35/hr and you can decide how much of the work you want to proceed with.

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Commonly overall costs for the design are between £800-£2000.

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Build costs are then dependent on contractors, but Nicole also offers additional support through the build phase at her hourly rate.

Yes, Nicole offers a consultancy service for short projects.

 

This might cover professional advice to get you started in your own garden or advising on something that hasn’t gone quite to plan. Often we see people come to us with a 'problem area' of the garden which they need help with.

 

For general help and ideas Nicole can offer a consultation from £150 using photos and a short visit and provide a written and visual package to help you get started with your own garden. This is also available as a gift to a friend or family member.

For the build itself a landscaping company would provide detailed quotes and Nicole can recommend some suppliers to you.

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However, a good way to think about how much your garden will cost is to consider how 

much you might spend on a new kitchen with finishes, appliances, materials etc all being a personal choice and the equivalent of garden structures, fountains or sculptures. The better quality or more design features you'd like, the more it will cost.

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The amount you might spend on a new kitchen or up to 10% of the value of the property can be a good budget marker to move up or down from for a comprehensive garden make over.

 

If you have less ambitious plans or enjoy doing the work yourself then you can reduce the budget accordingly.

 

Additionally, if Nicole sources new plants for you then this usually provides a saving from garden centre prices as we can get excellent quality plants from specialist suppliers across the country.

Some design work is more minimal and may not require all of the above steps.

 

Nicole can provide bespoke planting plan which can be costed at my normal fee rate of £35/hr. Depending on the size of the garden and complexity this usually takes between 5-15 hours.

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Nicole also offers a service to procure the plants at excellent prices for you and can plant out as well. A bespoke offer can be tailored to your needs.

Nicole's initial consultation is usually an hour and a half long so that she gets to know you, your style and what you aspire for your garden. A computer programme can’t offer that personal service.

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If you are a keen gardener with experience that can analyse your soil, look at the aspect of your garden and have technical and plant knowledge then a free app or software might work for you. But most people don’t have this range of skills or have the desire to spend hours adapting a plan.

 

Nicole has studied and had practical experience for 100s of hours in garden design and horticulture to ensure that she is skilled in reviewing your current garden, understanding how houses and gardens work together and thinking about the right plants for the right location.

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There are design principles, good practice and safety aspects that most software packages don’t include and this can result in a disappointing outcome that might not even be safe. 

Yes, occasionally Nicole offers professional insured garden maintenance for the right garden at the right time.

 

If Nicole has availability and your garden needs some TLC or contracted maintenance then get in contact. From seasonal planting to some availability for regular maintenance Nicole has a wealth of experience in private and family gardens.

 

Following a phone consultation and short visit garden maintenance is charged from £25/hr.

 

Please note Nicole doesn't offer grass or hedge cutting as it is more cost effective for you to use a dedicated service for this.

My focus is on providing you with a garden you will enjoy and will be sustainable for the long term. My focus isn’t on either winning awards or cutting corners but getting the details right for you. I love helping real people create gardens they will use and enjoy year-round.

 

I have a Post Graduate Diploma, with Distinction, in Garden Design. This is combined with practical experience in a large private garden to ensure that good design blends with the reality how plants thrive through the seasons. I continue to develop my knowledge, skills and best practice by attending courses, training with horticultural specialists and going to industry events.

 

Whilst my overall career has been varied my fundamental expertise comes from academic, business and practical applications over the last 30 years. With a passion and interest in horticulture I have worked in biological pest control, taught at Bicton College and managed multi-million pound grants for farming and food production projects.

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I also have public liability and personal indemnity insurance which not every designer or professional gardener offer.

 

I am happy for you to compare me to other designers for prices and outcomes but suggest that you get in touch with me and we have a chat and an initial conversation, so you can get a real feel for me.