Uplands Garden Design

Planning a complete makeover of my conservatory and patio I decided to ask Uplands to come and give me ideas following a visit to a friend’s garden which Patsy had designed for a somewhat difficult site. I complied a list of the things I use my own patio garden for and, following a couple of visits and an exchange of ideas via Pinterest, I received a design which immediately met my criteria. It provides a variety of areas with different surfaces for different functions, some future proofing with the installation of raised beds and making the most of the location by borrowing the view from beyond the fence with a stable door type back gate. I loved the attention to detail, the making use of the limited space, the possibilities for planting and the helpful visualisations. Some small modifications and detailed decision were made by me and the landscapers as work progressed and the end result is very satisfactory all round. I asked Patsy to do a planting plan, which again closely matched my ideas, and I now have the pleasure of doing the planting and am very much looking forward to see the garden develop and mature over the next years. I may say that the design is much admired, both by friends and family but also by subscribers to a social media gardening group where the splendid new back gate got well over 100 ‘likes’.

Patsy was recommended to us & we have no hesitation recommending her to you. Professional and creative she has listened carefully and translated our needs into a lovely garden that has been complimented many times. Working within our budget, we have had superb drawings, suggestions for planting and helpful advice all presented in a portfolio. She is prompt with communications and always a pleasure to chat to. She has also liaised with our landscapers and together with them, created a garden that we are simply delighted with.

Patsy has helped us with four different beds now and her help and designs have been really wonderful. I really enjoy working with Patsy on projects - she's very knowledgeable but also listens to her customers thoughts and views too. And her garden design style is, i think, very sympathetic - natural, easy and simple - her beds feel very natural and warm. Patsy is clear about costs and budget - and is very organised too.

Patsy Stalker designed and installed both our front garden and a back terrace for our London property. From the outset she put together clear and concise plans in a very well prepared and easy to visualise document. The design for the rear space is contemporary in style and gives the air of relaxed tranquility which is what we desired. In terms of delivery, it is fair to say that Patsy is a perfectionist and I cannot fault her dedication to our project despite being a relatively small undertaking. Needless to say both myself and my wife are delighted with the outcome and would have no hesitation in recommending her services. Photos to follow in the spring -

Uplands was a perfect choice for my small townhouse courtyard and front gardens. Patsy knew what would work best and delivered exactly as she promised; on time and in budget.

We contacted Patsy in April 2015 to help us redesign both our front and rear garden. With her inspiring and creative knowledge she worked with us and now the garden is a delight, Patsy has succeeded in creating a modern country styling which works perfectly with the house, for us as a family and with the wider landscape. As well as preparing plans for us to discuss she ordered all the plants and materials and oversaw the work.

Patsy designed an awkward area of our garden from scratch, coming up with a really elegant and usable solution which we love. She recommended a landscape gardener to lay paving and paths, came up with a planting design which brought colour to a drab corner, and was on-hand to check progress throughout. She is professional, knowledgable and thorough, and has great taste. We wouldn't hesitate in recommending to her to anyone who needs a total design, planting help, or any horticultural advice!