Award-Winning Garden Designers
in Surrey & Sussex

Name: We Love Plants
Address: Little Orchards, Prince of Wales Rd, Redhill, RH1 5QU, GB
Telephone: 01883 744020
Rating: 5

For homeowners who know their property could be extraordinary, we uncover possibilities others miss and bring them beautifully to life.

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Soulful, Effortless and
Enduring Garden Design

We Love Plants is a specialist garden design company offering fully integrated garden design, planting service and maintenance, allowing us to care for your project from the first sketch to the final flourish. With meticulous design thinking, deep horticultural knowledge and an uncompromising eye for detail, we create gardens of enduring beauty and function.

Most clients come to us because they know their property could be extraordinary, but they’re not yet sure how to unlock its full potential.

Led by Nic Howard, we combine creative vision, trusted judgement and exceptional planting to transform gardens into beautiful, immersive places that enrich everyday life. Whether solving a complex design challenge, bringing soul to a newly renovated home or creating a garden that feels as though it has always belonged, our role is to uncover possibilities others miss and bring them beautifully to life.

From first sketch to final planting, every project is shaped by honest advice, clear communication and an uncompromising commitment to quality. The result is a garden that feels effortless, deeply personal and more beautiful than our clients imagined possible.

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Autumn garden with gravel pathways, ornamental grasses, and a white house in the background creating a seasonal landscaped retreat.

Sustainable Garden| Outwood, Surrey

Evening light over a modern Surrey garden pool with surrounding planting and structured greenery, highlighting bespoke outdoor landscaping.

Contemporary Garden| Staplefield

Terraced Surrey garden with layered shrubs, perennials, and manicured planting, demonstrating sophisticated garden design.

Cottage Garden| Amberley, Sussex

Layered perennial planting with ornamental grasses and flowering shrubs along a garden path, creating depth and seasonal colour in a Surrey garden.

Park Chase| Guildford, Surrey

From courtyards and country gardens to Chelsea Flower Show and beyond, we’re proud of the spaces we’ve created and the places we’ve been.

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Meet Nic Howard

Each garden is unique, and brings with it endless opportunities to become the perfect outdoor oasis. It’s this curiosity and enthusiasm, along with a childhood plant obsession, that led award-winning garden designer Nic Howard to start We Love Plants in 2001.

The method is tried and tested: Nic works alongside clients – and his expert team – to design and build beautiful outdoor spaces. Simple, functional and within realistic budgets, Nic’s style focuses on combining contemporary design with soft, cottage-style planting, perfect for smaller builds in residential areas.

From tailoring your vision, to planting your perfect garden and maintaining it year round – Nic prides our 360-degree service on simplicity, functionality and achievability.

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Customer Testimonials

Rated 5 stars on Google Reviews

    
 
 
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    Chander Khemani  
 6 September 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful landscaped garden central green circular turf lovely carefully selected plants surrounding the grass gives an amazing look In the front of the house beautiful patches of plants and turf something to be seen to be believed Very friendly  helpful staff have created the garden in a very short time and has changed the look of property Thank you Nic and all the courteous staff at we love the plants
  
 
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    Sue Wilson  
 5 September 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Probably one of the most beautiful small spaces you could wish to see
  
 
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    Abdul Waheed  
 13 August 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice work you done
  
 
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    Josh F  
 3 August 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are really happy with the garden design Nic and the team put together for us - we're amazed by how quickly everything has grown since the garden was planted last year. We've been able to really enjoy the garden this year! The team at We Love Plants are also very helpful and quick to respond when we have questions.
  
 
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    Brian Songhurst  
 20 July 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nic and his team have transformed our sad, suburban garden (front and back) into something really wonderful which fills us with joy every day. Designed using shrubs, perennials and bulbs for year-round interest, it’s relatively easy to look after with some help from the maintenance team - who are a pleasure to have around and are always contactable for help and advice.
  
 
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    Anna Lee  
 16 July 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nic and his team offer expert advice, planning and planting schemes. Always a pleasure to see them. The garden looks glorious and gains lots of admirers and compliments
  
 
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    Paul Heard  
 18 October 2022
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and our friend visited on the open garden day, we what a lovely garden and only 5 minutes up the road from where we live, amazing cafe as well....
  
 
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    Anne Perseh  
 13 June 2022
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Open under the National Gardens Scheme. Beautifully tended. Lots of hidden corners. Well worth a visit when next open.
  
 
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    Maxine Hollis  
 18 May 2022
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A lovely country garden with a modern twist and surprises around every corner followed by a delicious tea .

Chelsea Flower Show

We Love Plants has been proud to showcase our work at the world's most prestigious flower show.

Our commitment to excellence in design and construction has been recognised with multiple awards. Take a glimpse at the creative force that makes We Love Plants unique.

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Awards & Accreditations

Our professional certifications and industry recognition demonstrate our commitment to excellence in garden design.

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Design

Our award-winning design service combines creativity with practical expertise. From initial consultation to detailed planting plans, we create bespoke gardens that reflect your vision and lifestyle.

Planting

Expert planting services using the finest quality plants and trees. Our horticultural knowledge ensures every plant thrives in its environment, creating beautiful, sustainable gardens.

Aftercare

Professional garden maintenance and aftercare to keep your garden looking its best year-round. From seasonal pruning to ongoing garden care, we provide complete support.

Our Garden Design Process

1 / Initial Consultation

We visit you and your garden to chat about your perfect outdoor space. This is an important first impression of the space and for us to highlight your garden’s enormous potential.

2 / Survey & Site Analysis

For both smaller and larger gardens, we always start with a topographical survey. This allows us take accurate measurements and levels, ensuring we quote correctly for your build.

3 / Design Proposals

We develop a considered layout that balances beauty and practicality, with a bespoke mood board that captures the design direction, materials, and overall feel of your future garden.

4 / Final Design

Using industry-leading 3D modelling and rendering software, we transform design drawings into richly detailed, photorealistic visuals, allowing for interactive walkthroughs.

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Book a design consultation today and let’s discuss how we can create your dream outdoor space.
Call 01883 744020, email hello@weloveplants.co.uk or click on the button below to get started.

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FAQs

Do you offer garden design only, or full design and build?: We offer a flexible, client-led approach, not a one-size-fits-all package. Some clients come to us wanting the full works: concept to completion, project monitoring and long-term aftercare. Others simply need a masterplan to take forward with their own contractors. Both are perfectly valid and we’re happy to accommodate either, or anything in between. What matters to us is that you feel confident and supported, whatever your level of involvement. We’ll guide you through the options, explain the pros and cons, and help you decide what works best for your project, your timeline, and your budget. Because yes, we design gardens but more importantly, we build lasting relationships. And that begins with listening.
What does the garden design process involve?: The garden design process begins with understanding how you want to use your space, followed by a site visit to assess layout, soil, aspect and existing features. From there, a tailored design is created, often including layout plans, planting schemes and material suggestions. Once the design is approved, it can be implemented as a full design and build project or handed over for installation.
How long does a garden design project usually take?: Timelines vary depending on the size and complexity of the project, but good gardens don’t happen overnight. On average: The design phase takes around 3–6 months, including site survey, concept development, revisions, and technical detailing. The build phase can take 4–16 weeks or more, depending on scope, season, and contractor availability. Planning ahead is crucial, particularly if you’re aiming for a specific deadline.
How do you choose the right plants for my garden?: Plant choices are based on soil type, aspect, climate and how much maintenance you’d like. The aim is to create planting that thrives naturally while delivering year-round interest and structure.
How long does it take for a new garden to establish?: Most gardens take one to three years to fully establish. During this time, plants settle, mature and begin to fill out, rewarding patience with a richer, more natural appearance.
Do you offer garden aftercare once the garden is built?: Yes, and we consider it essential. A garden isn’t finished the day it’s planted. It needs care, attention, and understanding to grow into its full potential. That’s why we offer a tailored aftercare service, delivered by our in-house maintenance team. We’re not a mow-and-go outfit, we offer horticulturally-led care that’s in tune with your planting style and seasonal requirements. This includes border maintenance, pruning, soil improvement, pest and disease management, and long-term plant development. Whether it’s regular visits or seasonal refreshes, we’ll help ensure your garden doesn’t just survive, it thrives.

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Award-Winning Garden Designers
in Surrey & Sussex

Soulful, Effortless and
Enduring Garden Design