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My love of plants began at age 15, when I started working at my godfathers Garden Centre and Nursery.  After A levels I spent three years at Merrist Wood Horticultural College in Guildford, attaining top student overall, as well as Top Student in Surveying and Plant Knowledge.

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I gained a Distinction for my National Diploma in Landscape Design and Construction. 

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During college I had my first taste of the Chelsea Flower Show where we constructed two show gardens and won RHS Gold medals for both. My next RHS gold medal was for a family garden that I designed and constructed whilst running my first company. The following year we won a coveted Silver Gilt medal, for a Tropical Rainforest Garden, using the expertise gained from owning an acre of glass house where I sold tropical, conservatory and tender plants.

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I have a very strong background as a plant specialist, knowing which plants thrive where, how to restore gardens and take care of them, the importance of ongoing ease of maintenance , and how they will grow and look in years to come.

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I also understand how to create visual impact using colour, shape and texture. With extensive knowledge in planting plans , I enjoy balancing form and function, transforming spaces into lush, vibrant environments that thrive all year-round.

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As well as this, I am experienced in the structural and civil engineering requirements for all aspects of hard landscaping.  From technical drawings to expertly manoeuvring the digger I have worked on all aspects of transforming the land.

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Through both my original horticultural course, and running my previous landscaping company, my real passion is designing and bringing to life gardens that people love.

The transformation is always exciting.

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I look forward to working with you to create your dream space.

Philip McDonald

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