What I do
I first met Kev from Herts Tree & Garden when his team carried out work on my own garden, and I was so pleased with the results that we soon began collaborating on a range of garden design projects across Aldenham and the surrounding areas. With my qualifications in Garden and Planting Design from Capel Manor, Kev saw the value of combining expert landscaping with professional garden design — and together we now offer a complete, seamless service that transforms outdoor spaces of every size and style.
With a strong creative background in Interiors, Art and D&T teaching, I bring an eye for colour, texture and structure to every garden I design. My focus is always on creating beautiful, practical gardens that suit the way you live, whether that means a full garden redesign, a new planting scheme, or thoughtful tweaks to refresh and modernise your existing layout.
I offer flexible, tailored garden design services in Aldenham, including complete Garden Design, Planting Design, Garden Modifications, and specialist advice on trees, hedging and planting ideas. Whatever stage your project is at, I can help turn your outdoor space into a garden that looks good year-round and works perfectly for you.
Garden Design in Aldenham – The Process
STEP 1
Initial Consultation
STEP 2
Survey and Designs
STEP 3
Planting Design and Plan
Initial Consultation
Every successful garden design in Aldenham begins with a clear understanding of both the client and the space itself. That’s why I offer a free initial consultation, carried out in person, so I can walk the garden with you, get a feel for its potential, and discuss your taste, style and practical requirements.
After this visit, I’ll prepare and email a written Client Design Brief summarising everything we discussed — how you want to use the garden, your preferred style, any key features you’d like to include, planting preferences and an outline budget. To help visualise ideas, I’m also happy to provide a complementary mood board, giving you the opportunity to share what themes, colours and concepts resonate with you at this early stage.
Survey and Designs
To create a precise, high-quality garden design in Aldenham, I begin with a full on-site garden survey. This includes recording accurate measurements, identifying level changes and slopes, and noting all existing features that will influence the final layout. This essential information allows me to produce a scaled hand-drawn plan of your garden, forming the technical basis for your bespoke garden design in Aldenham.
Your complimentary mood board plays an important role in shaping the Initial Concept Designs. I usually create two to three different concepts, each offering a unique layout, materials palette and overall style. These concepts might include alternative paving options, decking styles, pergola designs, garden zoning ideas and suggested planting styles — all tailored to deliver the best possible garden design for your Aldenham property.
Once you’ve reviewed the concepts and shared your feedback, I move on to producing the Final Design along with a detailed Specification of all materials to be used. This final garden design package gives your chosen landscaper or builder everything they need to quote accurately and begin transforming your garden in Aldenham.
Planting Design and Plan
A professional planting scheme can completely elevate your garden design in Aldenham, bringing texture, colour and year-round interest to your outdoor space. I create planting designs that are tailored to the exact growing conditions of your garden — soil type, aspect, shade, drainage and existing features — ensuring every plant thrives and complements the overall garden layout. Planting advice and standalone planting plans are also available if you’re not looking for a full garden redesign but still want to enhance your garden in Aldenham.
I can recommend planting palettes and styles that deliver structure and seasonal impact, working with you to include any favourite plants, colours or themes. Using specialist garden design software, I produce a clear and detailed planting plan complete with images, spacing, plant quantities and care notes. I also work closely with a trusted local trade nursery to keep plant costs as affordable as possible.
If needed, I can provide a maintenance schedule to help you keep your garden looking beautiful throughout the year, and Herts Tree & Garden Services can assist with ongoing care. Many clients in Aldenham come to me specifically for planting ideas — whether that’s guidance on trees, hedging, borders or full planting schemes. I’m flexible and can create anything from a comprehensive planting design to simply sourcing and supplying the plants you need.
Our Past Work
Explore our extensive portfolio of projects in Hertfordshire, ranging from fence repairs to transformative Entire Garden and Landscape designs. Our services encompass a wide spectrum, including Tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pollarding, and Stump Grinding, meticulous Hedge Trimming and Shaping, efficient Hedge Removal, Fencing with options for New Fence Installation and Repairs, and comprehensive Garden Design and Landscaping. Every project is a testament to our dedication and expertise in creating outdoor spaces that delight and inspire.
St Albans Garden Revival
Championing our expertise in garden landscaping and maintenance services, we embarked on a transformative journey in St. Albans. Confronted with an overgrown jungle-like garden, our team embraced the challenge head-on. Amidst the thickets of fully grown trees and dense bushes, we envisioned a serene retreat. Meticulous planning led to the removal of the wild growth, [...]
Driveway Enhancement in St Albans
We have recently completed a project in St Albans, enhancing the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the front drive area. The project involved the removal of a deteriorating wall, as well as the removal of ailing shrubs and hedges and creating new borders. Our team installed a new wall, complemented by a thoughtfully landscaped area. [...]
St Albans New Design Landscaping and Planting
This was our first start to finish project. Kate created 3 Initial Concepts and after discussions with the client a final design with material specification. Herts Tree and Gardens then landscaped the garden. Whilst the landscaping was being carried out Kate created planting ideas and a final plan for the client. The plants , from [...]
Aldenham
Aldenham is a village and civil parish in Hertfordshire, England, known for Aldenham School, founded in 1597. Wikipedia
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