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Award‑Winning Garden Design & Landscaping
Rooted in Plants. Defined by Craftsmanship.
Leaf Creative Gardens is an award‑winning garden design and landscaping studio led by RHS gold‑medal designer Peter Dowle. From intimate courtyards to expansive country gardens, we create distinctive outdoor spaces shaped by plants, place, and people.
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Established in 1996 and formerly known as Howle Hill Nursery, Leaf Creative Gardens brings decades of horticultural expertise and show‑garden excellence to private landscapes across the UK. Our work is defined by exceptional planting, thoughtful design, and meticulous construction — delivering gardens that are both beautiful and enduring.
Our services
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Garden Design
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Landscaping & Construction
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Planting Design & Installation
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Garden Maintenance & Aftercare
Our Process
1. Initial Consultation
We begin with an on‑site consultation to understand your space, aspirations, and practical requirements. This allows us to assess the site, discuss ideas, and determine the scope of your project.
2. Design Development
Our design team develops a bespoke concept, refined through discussion and feedback. Designs evolve to reflect your brief, architecture, and the character of the landscape.
3. Construction & Implementation
Our experienced landscapers bring the design to life, managing every stage of construction with care, precision, and attention to detail.
4. Planting & Completion
Planting is carried out with an emphasis on structure and longevity, ensuring the garden looks strong on completion and improves with time.
5. Aftercare
Ongoing support and maintenance can be provided where required to help your garden mature successfully.
Leaf Creative Gardens & Leaf Creative Garden Centre
Leaf Creative Gardens is our bespoke garden design and landscaping practice, specialising in private residential projects across the UK.
The Leaf Creative Garden Centre in Huntley operates separately as a retail destination and is now part of the Blue Diamond Garden Centres group.
If you are seeking garden design, landscaping, or planting services, you are in the right place.