Immerse yourself in nature
A stunning natural garden does more than just enhance your property, it restores your wellbeing. We believe that a garden should be a place where both you and nature thrive.
My specialist design and maintenance services ensure your garden remains easy to manage yet nature friendly, bridging the gap between aesthetics and ecological health.
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Services
Landscaping solutions and designs that level up your garden. Our approach is 'landscape-led,' focusing on high-impact soft features such as mature tree planting and native hedge screening to create instant structure and privacy.
We believe in using natural materials when possible, for example incorporating locally sourced stone or native plants. While we specialise in ecological restoration, every project is uniquely tailored to your vision.
A beautiful garden is an investment that requires consistent care to reach its full potential. We provide maintenance programmes tailored to a frequency that suits your lifestyle, taking the pressure off you so you can simply enjoy the results.
From pruning to hedge trimming and lawn care, we handle the details to provide peace of mind, ensuring your garden is always an inviting space you want to spend time in.
If you want to specifically enhance the biodiversity of your garden, then creating bespoke water features or native wildflower lawns are two of the most impactful actions you can take to invite wildlife into your space.
We are experts when it comes to delivering these features and maintaining them. Encourage a greater variety of birdlife, pollinators, or mammals by reaching out to see how we can help.
We offer a range of services for gardens that require a reset. Whether it’s a clearance, fruit tree pruning, or cleaning out an overgrown pond, we provide the intervention needed.
From precision hedge cutting to the removal of smaller trees, we handle every project with an ecological eye. We ensure that tasks are performed at the optimum time of year to protect the health of your plants and local wildlife.
About
For years, I worked as a Sustainability Advisor, helping companies navigate environmental change and reporting requirements from behind a desk. But I realised that real change happens on the ground and through small changes. I founded Acorn Ecological to bring my understanding of ecology and sustainability to the areas we have the most control of… our gardens.
With a degree in Environmental Science and five years of professional advisory experience, I bring an understanding of ecology and environmental systems that goes beyond the surface. My goal is to use that expertise to make real, tangible change for both my clients and the local landscape.
I believe that a garden should be a place of restoration and reconnection with the natural world. In an increasingly digital world, we’ve become disconnected from the smaller things that bring joy. Birdsong, the scent of your favourite flower, or just the morning dew on your lawn.
My approach is rooted in sustainability:
Chemical-Free: I never use weedkillers or harsh synthetics.
Considerate Working: I prefer manual tools over noisy machinery where possible to protect the peace of your property and the wildlife within it.
Local & Native: I prioritise native plants and natural materials.
Based in Blean village, I serve Canterbury, Whitstable, and the surrounding areas. My service is built on a genuine interest in your vision for your garden. I try to understand what gets people excited about their outdoor space. Whether you want a tidy, structured garden or a wilder nature reserve, I am here to ensure your property remains a space you’ll want to spend time in all year round.
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Your Questions, Answered
Does a "Nature-Friendly" garden mean it will look messy or overgrown?
Not at all. We specialise in structured ecology. This means we use professional design principles to ensure your garden remains tidy and intentional, while the specific choice of plants and materials does the heavy lifting for biodiversity.
Do I need to be at home while you work?
This is entirely up to you. Several of our clients trust us to come to the property while they are out and carry out work. However, for landscaping on projects which require a little more feedback clients do prefer to be around from time to time, this also allows us to ask key questions and tailor the work based on personal preference. We always have in-person consultations before taking on any work and this is one of the things we cover then. Long story short, whatever you prefer.
Do you bring your own tools and equipment?
Yes, we use all our own tools and prefer to do so due to liability issues. However if you have a highly specific tool our piece of equipment you would rather we use can can make allowances in these cases
Can you handle green waste?
Yes, if you don’t have a green bin or composting area we can remove green waste for an extra fee. We also specialise in building composting areas as this is the most efficient way of dealing with garden waste. Get in touch to hear what our rates are for removal.
How do you charge? Hourly, or by the project?
We prefer to charge based on the project for landscaping solutions and one off jobs. However if a clients prefers we offer the possibility of charging by the hour for garden maintenance work.
Do you have public liability insurance?
Yes, we are insured for up to £5 million for public liability insurance
How far in advance do I need to book?
There are seasonal highs and lows, like any business. That being said a month is usually enough notice to schedule a visit. If you urgently need some work done we can be flexible and fit in appointments when needed.
Get in touch
Ready to turn your garden into the oasis you’ve been dreaming of? Get in touch to arrange an obligation free visit to see if we can help you.
