“a well-designed garden can completely transform how you feel about a space – it becomes somewhere to breathe, unwind and enjoy every day.”
– CLARE McMILLAN

Meet Clare
Your designer from first sketch to final plant
I’m a garden and planting designer based near Haslemere, working with clients across the South East. With a personal, flexible approach, I help you shape a garden that reflects your taste and fits naturally with the way you live.
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What clients say
“Clare has been a joy to work with throughout every stage of creating our new garden.
We wanted a space that lent itself to the rural environment we live in, with a wildlife pond and wildflower area, as well as raised beds. Primarily, it had to be a practical, low maintenance and fun garden for a family, with space to play.
“From the first consultation, it was clear to see that Clare knew her stuff. She took the time to really understand our vision for the garden and then brought it to life with thoughtful planting choices, beautiful structural elements and a layout that feels both functional and serene. The design is not only visually stunning but also low-maintenance – exactly what we asked for.
“We cannot praise Clare highly enough. She listened to our ideas and offered fantastic design suggestions that aligned with our vision. Her attention to detail and knowledge about what would and wouldn’t work was top-notch.
The final design exceeded all our expectations and we couldn’t be happier with her work and would highly recommend her. Thank you!”
“We’re absolutely delighted with the front garden that Clare created for us. Although the space is small and north-facing, Clare created a vibrant, welcoming entrance with year-round interest in the beautiful planting, which feels full without ever being overcrowded.
“Happy clients and successful gardens go hand in hand. Having worked with Clare, it’s easy to see why her gardens are successful. She listens closely to the needs of her clients, as well as being sympathetic to the character of the garden and its surroundings.
“Clare captured my desires for the garden and expanded them with solutions that have worked beautifully in linking the garden to the house. She is very reliable and a pleasure to listen to with her inspirational ideas, which have transformed the garden into a space that is uniquely ours.”