Bristol Garden Design & Bespoke Planting Plans
Where Design Inspires Nature
About MK Garden Design Studio Bristol
Based in Bristol, my passion for garden design and horticulture began early, growing up in Cornwall surrounded by plants, soil, and creativity through my family’s landscaping and plant nursery business.
From working in polytunnels to learning the rhythm of the seasons hands-on, this early experience laid the foundation for my career in professional gardening.
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After travelling in my twenties, I returned to horticulture and completed the RHS Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture, building the expert knowledge and practical skills that underpin my work today.
Alongside renovating a home and raising a young family, I developed a deep understanding of how to create gardens that are not only beautiful, but functional, sustainable, and designed to thrive long-term.
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​Now working across Bristol, I specialise in garden design, planting design, and garden transformation, helping clients reimagine their outdoor spaces with confidence and clarity.
Our Approach to Garden Design
At MK Garden Design Studio Bristol, we focus on creating gardens that reflect how you want to live and use your outdoor space. Every project begins with understanding your lifestyle, the flow of your garden, and how the space needs to function, whether that’s for relaxing, entertaining, family life, indulging your green thumb or low-maintenance living.
We design with structure, balance, and longevity in mind, ensuring each garden works beautifully throughout the year. From initial concept through to build and planting, I create clear, practical plans that bring your garden to life in a way that feels cohesive and considered.
Sustainability is at the heart of ourwork, with a focus on wildlife-friendly design and environmentally conscious methods that support healthy, resilient gardens.
Why Choose MK Garden Design Studio Bristol?
Choosing the right garden designer is about more than just how a space looks, it’s about how it works for you long-term. At MK Garden Design Studio Bristol, we combine professional horticultural knowledge with thoughtful design to create gardens that are both beautiful and practical.
​With a Garden Design Diploma (with Distinction) from Cotswold Garden School, an RHS Level 3 qualification in Horticulture, and nearly a decade of hands-on experience, we bring a deep understanding of plants, materials, and outdoor spaces to every project. Our designs are tailored to your lifestyle, ensuring your garden not only looks beautiful, but functions effortlessly for how you live, relax, and entertain.
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We take a holistic, sustainable approach to garden design in Bristol, focusing on structure, longevity, and wildlife-friendly practices. From concept through to build and planting, every stage is carefully considered, with clear, practical plans that make the process smooth and stress-free.
​​Our sister business MK Garden Care Ltd, offers ongoing, professional garden maintenance, meaning your garden is supported long after the design is complete, helping it establish, mature, and thrive year after year.
Whether you’re redesigning a tired space or starting from scratch, we create gardens that feel cohesive, purposeful, and built to be enjoyed in every season.
Design Services We Offer:
Transform your outdoor space with thoughtful garden design in Bristol, shaped around how you live and use your garden.
At MK Garden Design Studio Bristol, we create spaces that feel right for you, whether that’s somewhere to relax, entertain, or keep things simple and low maintenance.
From first ideas through to build and planting, we guide you with clear, practical plans to create a garden that feels cohesive, functional and enjoyable all year round.
Planting Design & Planting Plans
Let us take care of the hard work. We source high-quality, nursery-grown plants and handle the full preparation, layout and planting to give you a garden that establishes beautifully and thrives.
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Sustainable, eco-friendly plant choices
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Plant collection & delivery
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Bed preparation and soil improvement
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Precise planting based on your garden’s conditions
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Aftercare advice for long-term success
Our garden consults in Bristol are the first step in creating a garden you’ll love. During these sessions, we get to know how you want your garden to look, feel and function, and create a clear plan to bring your vision to life.
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Ideal for new homeowners, new builds or established gardens needing thoughtful planning, consults are perfect whether you’re a beginner or want professional guidance before starting your project.
Learn how to master your own garden with our hands-on garden masterclasses in Bristol.
Led by our experienced horticulturalist, Melanie these sessions teach practical skills, planting techniques, and garden design tips for all levels.
Online Zoom sessions are also available for flexible, expert guidance when you need it.
Commercial Planting for
Bristol Businesses
Enhance workplaces, rental properties, and shared outdoor spaces with professional planting design in Bristol.
We work with offices, property managers, new build developments, and community spaces to deliver low-maintenance, high-impact planting.
From entrance displays to refreshed borders, our schemes provide year-round interest and lasting results.
Enhance your garden with expert planting design and plant sourcing in Bristol, creating beautiful borders with year round interest.
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At MK Garden Design Studio Bristol, we source high quality plants at fair prices through trusted local nurseries, grown with care and expert knowledge.
From refreshing existing spaces to new planting schemes, we make it easy to achieve a garden that looks good and thrives naturally.
Professional Garden
Business Mentoring
Ready to grow your gardening business in Bristol and beyond? RHS training gives you strong horticultural knowledge, but it does not always prepare you for running a successful business.
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Get guided mentoring from Melanie, with nearly a decade of hands on experience, a complete business planning workbook, and a free downloadable starter guide.
Build a confident, profitable and eco friendly gardening business with practical support on pricing, workflow, tools and finding clients.
Creative Workshops &
Corporate Gardening Workshops
Join our creative gardening workshops in Bristol, designed for all skill levels and led by our experienced horticulturalist, Melanie
From seasonal planting sessions to wreath making and hands on garden workshops, you will learn practical skills and create something beautiful to take home.
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Perfect for individuals, friends or small groups looking for a relaxed, creative gardening experience in Bristol.
