Business Details
Expert Garden Design & Landscaping Services in Wandsworth
Henry Symes is a long-established family business specialising in garden landscaping, design, and maintenance. With over forty years of hands-on experience, we combine traditional techniques passed down through generations with modern horticultural practices. Our team has worked on prestigious projects including the Young's Brewery garden in Wandsworth, visited by the HM Queen Mother, and we maintain longstanding relationships with clients such as the British Olympics Society.We offer a full-service approach from initial consultation to implementation, specialising in dry stone walling, oak-framed structures, and sensory gardens for schools. Our commitment to quality has earned us awards including London in Bloom, and we pride ourselves on involving clients throughout the design process to create bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to their needs.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping
Maintenance
Dry Stone Walling
School Projects
Highlights and features
- We are a family business with over 40 years of hands-on gardening experience
- Our team specialises in traditional techniques like dry stone walling and oak framing
- Award-winning work including London in Bloom recognition
- We involve clients throughout the design process for tailored results
- Proven expertise in school garden projects promoting environmental education
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to your property's unique characteristics. We combine traditional horticultural techniques with modern aesthetics, offering full consultation, sketch plans, and material samples. Clients can participate in supplier visits or leave the entire process to our expert team.
Landscaping
From dry stone walling to oak-framed structures, our landscaping services blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. We handle projects of all scales, creating functional and beautiful outdoor environments that enhance property value and usability.
Maintenance
We provide comprehensive garden maintenance services preserving the beauty of your outdoor space. Our team handles seasonal tasks, plant care, and feature upkeep using traditional methods that maintain ecological balance and visual appeal.
Dry Stone Walling
Our dry stone walling service utilises time-honoured techniques to create durable, aesthetically pleasing boundary features. This traditional craft enhances garden character while providing functional division and structural support.
School Projects
We design and implement educational gardens for schools, featuring sensory areas and wildlife habitats. These projects encourage children's engagement with nature through hands-on learning environments that combine ecological principles with creative design.
People
Kenny Symes
Proprietor
Kenny Symes, third-generation gardener, leads the business with over 40 years of experience. Qualified at Norwood Hall and Merist Wood, he combines traditional techniques with modern horticultural practices.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily in Wandsworth, London, and surrounding southeast England areas.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we work on residential gardens, corporate spaces, and educational institutions.
Can I be involved in the design process?
Absolutely - we encourage client participation through consultations, material selections, and design reviews.
What traditional techniques do you use?
We specialise in dry stone walling, oak framing, hedge laying, and period-appropriate garden features.
Are consultations free?
Yes, all initial consultations and quotations are provided at no charge.
