Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Design & Landscaping Experts in Stotfold
Established in 1997, R H Garden Design is a family-run business with over 20 years of expertise in horticulture and garden design. Our founder trained at Capel Manor College, earning a National Certificate in Horticulture, and has built a reputation for delivering high-quality garden transformations. We offer a complete in-house service, from conceptual design and detailed site surveys to professional landscaping and ongoing maintenance. Our team specialises in creating bespoke gardens tailored to individual client needs, ensuring meticulous attention to detail throughout every project phase. We serve Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, focusing on building close relationships with clients to achieve gardens that exceed expectations.With services ranging from garden design consultancy to fencing, decking, and water-features, we combine creativity with practical expertise to deliver functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. Our commitment to quality is reflected in client testimonials praising our workmanship, precision, and ability to transform even small gardens into vibrant, usable areas. We maintain finished gardens on a seasonal or regular basis, ensuring long-term beauty and usability. Our process includes initial consultations, draft planning, and final scaled colour designs, typically completed within four weeks. As a trusted local business, we prioritise transparency, efficiency, and minimal disruption during all projects.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping
Garden Maintenance
Fencing
Decking
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of horticultural experience and formal training from Capel Manor College.
- Our in-house team handles all aspects from design to construction and maintenance.
- We guarantee meticulous attention to detail in every garden transformation.
- Family-run business prioritising close client relationships and minimal disruption.
- We offer comprehensive services including fencing, decking, and water-features.
What people say
Transformed our garden
Attention to detail
Completed with precision
Quality of workmanship
Creative vision exceeded expectations
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service begins with a detailed consultation to understand your vision and site requirements. We create scaled colour plans and 3D visualisations, incorporating hard landscaping and plant selections tailored to your preferences. Clients receive up to four weeks of dedicated design time with unlimited revisions to ensure complete satisfaction.
Landscaping
Professional landscaping transforms designs into reality using premium materials and expert installation techniques. Our team handles earthworks, paving, and structural elements with precision, maintaining strict adherence to safety standards and project timelines. We include a 10% contingency budget to accommodate unexpected challenges during construction.
Garden Maintenance
We offer tailored maintenance packages to preserve your garden's beauty through seasonal changes. Services include lawn care, pruning, and seasonal clean-ups, available on weekly, fortnightly, or monthly schedules. Our maintenance ensures long-term garden health while minimising ongoing effort for property owners.
Fencing
Our fencing installations combine functionality with aesthetic appeal, using durable materials suited to local climate conditions. We provide expert fitting of timber, metal, and composite fencing systems, ensuring secure boundaries that enhance property value. All installations include post-concrete reinforcement for lasting stability.
Decking
We create custom decking solutions using pressure-treated timber and low-maintenance composite materials. Our designs incorporate proper drainage and safety features, with options for integrated lighting and storage solutions. All decking projects include sub-frame construction to prevent water damage and warping.
People
Richard
Founder & Lead Designer
With formal horticultural training from Capel Manor College and 25+ years in garden design, Richard established R H Garden Design in 1997. He oversees all projects personally, ensuring quality from concept to completion while maintaining client relationships.
Questions
What areas do you cover for garden design services?
We serve Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, including Stotfold, Hitchin, and Letchworth.
How much does garden construction typically cost?
Our rates start at £120 per square metre with a 10% contingency budget recommended.
Do you offer maintenance for completed gardens?
Yes, we provide regular maintenance packages tailored to your garden's specific needs.
What's included in your garden design process?
Initial consultation, site survey, draft planning, and final scaled colour designs within four weeks.
Are you qualified horticultural professionals?
Our founder holds a National Certificate in Horticulture from Capel Manor College with 25+ years experience.
