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PROFILE

Melanie established Melanie Driver Landscape and Garden Design in 2001 after attaining a degree in Fine Art, embarking on a career in Graphic design, then completing a two-year Sparsholt Garden Design and Horticulture course. To date she has successfully designed and built more than two hundred gardens. 


A winner of RHS and APL awards including Designer of the Year Award 2020, Melanie is an accredited member of the Association of Professional Landscapers. She brings her creative skills, wealth of experience and love of plants to every project.

A self-confessed "plantaholic"!

For me, landscaping has never been just about paving, planting or patios. It's about transforming the way people experience their outdoor space.

I'm passionate about creating gardens that are beautiful, functional and alive with nature. Every project is an opportunity to introduce more biodiversity, encourage wildlife and help people reconnect with the natural world, often in ways they had never considered before.

I'm a self-confessed plantaholic, and if there's one feature that really excites me, it's a pond. Water instantly brings a garden to life, attracting birds, insects and amphibians while creating a peaceful place for people to enjoy too.

When I'm not designing gardens, you'll usually find me searching for interesting plants or dreaming up the next pond project. I'm unapologetically passionate about plants, wildlife and creating gardens that bring both together.

I believe the best gardens don't just improve your home—they enrich your everyday life:

 

  • Pollinator-friendly planting → brings movement, colour and seasonal interest to your garden.

  • Wildlife habitats → creates a living garden that's enjoyable to watch throughout the year.

  • Ponds → add tranquillity, attract wildlife and become a natural focal point.

  • Biodiversity → creates healthier, more resilient gardens that feel vibrant and alive.


If you would like a richer, more enjoyable garden designed with biodiversity in mind, I would love to hear from you, so please do get in touch!

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