Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Design Partner in Dorset
Established in 1998, Sweet Meadow Gardens is a professional garden design and maintenance service based in Dorset. Our founder, Annie Hogan, holds a Royal Horticultural Society Level 3 Certificate in Horticulture and brings over 25 years of experience to every project. We specialise in creating bespoke garden designs tailored to individual lifestyles, from initial consultation to final planting. Our services include detailed site surveys, scale drawings, planting schemes, and ongoing maintenance programmes. We prioritise eco-friendly practices, incorporating sustainable materials and wildlife-friendly planting.Clients benefit from our collaborative approach, ensuring designs balance aesthetics with practicality. With a portfolio spanning Dorset, South Wiltshire, and West Hampshire, we deliver gardens that evolve beautifully over time. Our team also offers expert advice on pruning, plant selection, and garden upkeep. Testimonials highlight our ability to transform neglected spaces into functional, year-round gardens. We pride ourselves on clear communication, fixed-price quotations, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations through attentive service.
Services
Garden Design
Maintenance Services
Planting Plans
Garden Consultations
Eco-Friendly Landscaping
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of professional garden design experience
- RHS-certified horticultural expertise with practical knowledge
- Eco-friendly ethos integrating sustainable materials and practices
- Full-service offering from design to maintenance
- Personalised approach with fixed-price quotations
Associations and certifications
- Royal Horticultural Society
What people say
Transformed neglected garden
Easy to interpret plans
Eco-friendly ethos
Low maintenance design
Year-round beauty
Services
Garden Design
We create custom garden designs tailored to your property and lifestyle. Our process includes site surveys, soil analysis, and detailed scale drawings. Clients receive construction details and planting schemes to ensure clear implementation.
Maintenance Services
Our maintenance programmes keep gardens thriving year-round. Services include pruning, hedge shaping, border reworking, and seasonal planting. We provide tailored advice for ongoing care of new and existing gardens.
Planting Plans
Detailed planting schemes specify cultivars, spacing, and care requirements. We select plants suited to local conditions and client preferences, ensuring vibrant, sustainable growth throughout the seasons.
Garden Consultations
Free initial consultations assess garden improvement opportunities. We offer expert guidance on plant selection, layout optimisation, and eco-friendly enhancements to meet specific needs and budgets.
Eco-Friendly Landscaping
Our wildlife-friendly approach incorporates native plants, organic practices, and habitat creation. We prioritise recycled materials and water-efficient solutions to support local ecosystems while delivering functional beauty.
People
Annie Hogan
Garden Designer
Annie holds an RHS Level 3 Certificate in Horticulture and has designed gardens since 1998. She combines artistic vision with practical expertise, offering full-service garden solutions from concept to completion.
Questions
What garden design services do you offer?
We provide full-service garden design including site surveys, scale drawings, planting schemes, and construction guidance. Maintenance programmes and one-off consultations are also available.
Which areas do you cover?
Our primary service areas include Dorset, South Wiltshire, and West Hampshire. We may consider other locations depending on project specifics.
How experienced are your designers?
Founder Annie Hogan has over 25 years of experience and holds an RHS Level 3 Certificate in Horticulture. She has designed gardens since 1998.
What does the design process involve?
The process includes an initial consultation, site survey, outline plans, planting schemes, and optional construction oversight. Fixed-price quotations are provided upfront.
Do you offer maintenance services?
Yes, we provide tailored maintenance programmes including pruning, seasonal planting, and garden health assessments to keep your space thriving year-round.
