Introduction to the Soil Food Web and a twist to the way we have been taught about feeding plants and soil.

Our approach to planting with a multi-decade, multi-generation approach for people and planet.

The press said London garden designer Melanie Hick’s silver-gilt medal winning Hampton Court garden was vibrant colour year round.

Here are the reasons a garden designer will save you money, help you to buy once and buy well, and increase your property value. Also one good reason not to use a garden designer.

Three ideas for dark sky lighting in UK gardens.

Cope with climate change and increased rainfall with professional garden design.

Ground yourself in a peaceful garden design by Melanie Hick, award-winning garden designer.

The MHGD planting design service delivers plans, suppliers and purchasing for beautiful and climate-forward gardens.

Take the first step towards your dream garden retreat. Book a consultation with Melanie today and let's start planning the garden you have always wanted.

Melanie Hick’s award winning show garden at RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival 2024 shows visitors how to easily put climate at the front of garden design conversations.

London is the home to some of the world’s best garden designs, and homeowners who love them.

How to get started with a drought-tolerant garden design that will look great and withstand a changing climate.

Learn what goes into your garden design process. Garden design services are the list of functions that we garden designers use to get your dream to become reality.

Dry garden design in the UK means low water, not no water. Learn how to water less by choosing the right plants for your conditions and get ready for the changing climate we’re all facing.

It is very important to me that you are happy with the landscape design service I offer, and the solutions I come up with for you. Here’s what my clients say about me…

Front garden design ideas can transform your home and make you feel welcome when you return home each day. Whether you have a slim landing strip or a deep garden with a drive and parking, the front garden can work hard to welcome you home each day.

Step by step, here is an outline to how the garden design process works.

With a changing climate, water restrictions and hotter summers here in the UK, dry gardens can be beautiful, welcoming and more relevant than ever. I’m going to show you how I design them.

Your guide to what to budget for your project, the project levels we take on, and how we guide you to get value on your investment.