Judi Samuels Garden Design

One of the best investment decisions we ever made. Even Judi's aftercare is second to none. We did not imagine that our outdoor space could look that wonderful, be that restorative, that beautiful and be what it is and what it means to us. We are delighted with the results. Judi has been passionate and collaborative throughout the design, development and implementation process and has invested time in understanding, exploring and exquisitely delivering a beautiful and breathtaking garden. Judi has a warm and open communication style and her design and creative ideas are engaging, extraordinary and inspirational. Judi invests an incredible amount of energy and commitment into her work, and continually strives to create spaces that are meaningful and captivating. Her attention to design detail, flow and form are exceptional. Judi has created a unique and special sanctuary and a place that we will enjoy, share and explore for years to come. It has been a joy to spend time with Judi and learn from her creativity and horticultural brilliance, knowledge and expertise. Judi has transformed our home and garden and created an outdoor space and experience that we love and will cherish, always.Moreexpand_more

Judi came for a consultation initially and listen to what I wanted. She very quickly understood me, then spent some time studying our courtyard and made suggestions that were spot on. We spent time sharing ideas on Pinterest and then she drew up a list of plants with pictures from which I chose my favourites. This was followed up with a planting plan. Minor changes were made until I was totally happy. Nothing was too much trouble and I feel this service was more than I had hoped for. My ideas were honoured and expanded upon using her expert knowledge on plants. I also asked Judi to source, purchase and plant the chosen plants I know This took some considerable time but again nothing was too much trouble. I feel we received an incredible service. The result has surpassed our expectations. We love it. Money well spent.Moreexpand_more

Having recently moved house, I decided that my garden needed a makeover. I trawled through Google searches on the internet, asked a number of local garden designers for advice and a quote and am so glad that I chose Judi. As soon as I met her, we struck up a good rapport and I knew that I could work with her and trust her with my garden. Judi is passionate about what she does, and is brimming over with ideas but she took great care to listen to what I wanted and incorporate this in her design. She consulted with me frequently throughout the design, commissioning and planting stages to ensure that I was happy with how it was developing. I had prepared a list of my favourite plants and every one is, or will be, in my new garden. Yay! I live quite a distance from Judi but she was happy to project manage and went to great lengths to source local companies and materials for my project and sort out any issues which arose. We chose the worst time of year to start the work - the end of January - but Judi and her team worked uncomplainingly through some appalling weather, including Storm Imogen, in what turned into a sea of mud, due to all the rain. Not only this, but she made me feel that my garden project and what I wanted were the most important things in the world for her. Judi has extraordinary vision and has transformed my garden. She will be returning in spring to plant the perennials which are not available in winter and I can’t wait to see how to develops. If you are looking for a garden designer who listens to what you want, is very knowledgable, professional, friendly and down to earth, then look no further - Judi is the one for you.Moreexpand_more

We found Judi through a web search since we were looking for a Garden Designer whose main interest was in plants rather than patios. She came over for an initial (free, I think) discussion and survey and it was clear that she had both very good knowledge and great enthusiasm. We had a new fence so a full bed needed replacing in our front garden and we removed two high long established privet hedges and a low wall. Over the next few weeks Judi was generous in e-mailing answers to questions and our changing ideas. We then went forward with 5 days work for her, a colleague and for three days another man also. The team were friendly, extremely hard working and it was a pleasure having them around. The plants arrived in excellent condition and have thrived during the past three months. Judi's skill has given us a colourful range of shrubs and climbers and we are delighted with the result and have no hesitation in recommending her.

Judi was very thorough when visiting my garden to also discuss with me my favourite plants and colours and to also explore what I am looking for in my garden. She was brilliant at using her professional knowledge to give me ideas I would not have considered myself, while always incorporating these within my wishes for my garden. Her team worked very hard, and with great care, as they carried out our plans. Since the redesign of the garden she has been conscientious in maintaining contact through ongoing advice and encouragement. Judi has been very friendly and supportive throughout the process of garden design. She is truly a nurturing person, in her work and in her relations with others. Timothy Randall, Ilford.

I used this company for a garden renovation and design project. Judi and the team worked extremely hard. They were all polite, friendly and tidy workers. Judi did various little extras that were not in the contract. She is very knowledgeable and committed to her work. She listened carefully to my requirements but also made her own suggestions as to planting. In some cases I was unsure about these suggestions, but they work. I would recommend this company unreservedly.

Judi has a lovely, light touch to garden design full of feeling and an acute sense of colour, this is underpinned by a really good knowledge of plants, and is a careful and sensitive planter.

Judi is so enthusiastic and her passion for plants is infectious! The planting plan she has designed for us is wonderful and I can't wait to put it into action. She has re-ignited my love for my garden :).

My garden needed some TLC after the winter so I decided to seek help with planting and re-design. I found Judi and was impressed by her enthusiasm and energy. Judi drew out a new plan then selected and sourced the plants to help fill in the beds. Planting and landscaping was done over 6 days in all weathers. She and her team worked very hard to complete the project. I am now enjoying my lovely garden.

Are you looking for an inspiring gardener to make your vision for your garden a reality? We wanted a garden that lends itself to family life suitable for multiple uses. From the outset, Judi listened to our ideas and incorporated our wishes into a bespoke small Garden Design Plan in a way that we would not have been able to do! The Plan was a 2D colour version of what our garden would look like including the names and colours of thirty plus different plants - exciting! Once work began, we hit a snag - a number of large unwanted concrete slabs (including an air raid shelter) were discovered around our garden. However, we were impressed by how Judi effortlessly and professionally resolved this matter along with equally charming colleague Tony and a useful power drill! Roll forward to the present and we have an attractive, larger, new-look garden, in which we are able to sit, play, eat from, swing, barbecue and just relax…all at the same time! Thank you Judi for being ingenious, flexible, always mindful of our budget and a pleasure to work with!

I was looking for a gardener to help me sort out my small garden, and I was recommened Judi by a friend. When I first meet Judi I took to her straight away, she was very friendly and understood exactly what I needed for my small garden[low maintenance. I was very pleased with her knowledge of all the plants I needed. She has improved my garden so much and now looking forward to seeing them grow. I would be more than happy to recommend her.

Judi really delivers the goods. She consulted us every step of the way and kept us informed throughout. She is thorough and professional. Our garden is transformed and is beautiful from every angle. She started by consulting us for what our vision was and then delivering it. Nothing is too much trouble. Judi is delightful.

From the moment we met Judi she appeared Friendly and super passionate about her work. She understood immediately our brief and got back to us within a week with the most fantastic garden plan. It contained details of every single plant with pictures to help you visualise the end result. Judi offers a range of other gardening services and we are looking at commissioning more of her time. She is aware of her clients limited budget (as is our case) and will give you tips to buy plants cheaper. We heard about Judi from a flyer we found in a Chingford nursery and decided to take a "chance". We are so glad we did and would confidently recommend her to anyone.

My garden was in dire need of help. I found Judi via Google and was struck straight away by all the glowing reviews. They are all true! As soon as I met her I knew she would be the right person to transform my garden. Judi understands my needs to a tee. On meeting her the first time I also felt comfortable enough to give her my key as I don't have side access. Judi is passionate about gardening and it shows in her enthusiasm. She is trying her very best to get me enthused too and I am starting to get there! I am looking forward to seeing the garden develop over the coming months and sitting out in it once again.

Judi has been an angle and a joy to be with, she has given my old garden a new lease of life, it is great to see things coming together at last and I am very excited about having a Dingly Dell. Judi has given me a lot of new idea's for my garden so many thanks Judi for all your advice and hard work. Gloria Van-Miles x.

Judi first came to me by recommendation from a neighbour. She looked at my garden with enthusiasum as it really needed help. The last few months have been such a rewarding time as I have been able to watch my garden grow from a complete mess to a beautiful and exciting space. Judi is a joy to work with. She encourages you to get the best from your garden. Judi always has ideas of what you can do with your garden and her knowlege of plants is amazing. You can see by her face that she is enjoying every minute as she gives suggestions of what plant can go where. Judi sets you up a to buy list and a wish list for your garden which you can add to. She also give you a plan of what can go where and when to buy your favourit plant. She even knows all the latin names for the plants she is recommending. I started employing her on a twice monthly basis and have ended up having her doing my garden every good. I look forward to her coming each week. She is brilliant. Thank you Judi.Moreexpand_more

Many thanks Judy for the hardwork you have provided transforming our garden. Its lovely to see all the colours coming through in the plants making it more enjoyable to relax and unwind in our garden. Thank you. Gail& Barry.

I badly needed help in my garden and she came by the way of Judi the Gardner. She was recommended by a neighbour and deservedly so. I have a long narrow garden at the back of my house and a small one at the front. Judi has transformed a sadly neglected garden which was my husband’s pride and joy to a thing of beauty. She has kept as many of the established plants as possible but has given them a new lease of life with careful pruning and restructuring. I now have curves where it was all straight lines (I don’t much care for formal gardens). We both love bright colours and have discussions about choice and placing of new plants such as Oleander and Penstemon. Judi never tells me what I should do, but we have very friendly chats about what we could do. Judi is a delightful charming lady and I look forward to her visits not only as a gardener but also as a friend. Betty D.Moreexpand_more

I 'stumbled upon' Judi while she was working on a neighbour's garden and she immediately struck me as approachable and friendly. My garden has been in dire need of care and attention and on the first few occasions that Judi has been to tend it she has already made a great difference: preparing the ground, shaping borders, moving shrubs. Judi has lots of appealing gardening ideas, one of the most exciting being to create a "dingly dell". I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Judi for the quality of her work, her professionalism, her ideas for garden improvement and as a very pleasant person to have working in one's garden.

Cutting back huge hedges and uprooting unwanted trees. Defined the borders of our lawn. Prepared our garden beds for spring planting and has carried out general maintenance to our garden from the beginning of the autumn to now. She has a very wide knowledge of plants and as a person she is pleasant and easy to talk to. Very unassuming and not what we expected, but the work has been far beyond our expectations.