Garden Design Kent

Looking for a garden designer in Kent? Soil Sisters creates bespoke outdoor spaces across the county, from the rolling North Downs to the coastal towns of the Thames Estuary. Whether you have a sprawling rural plot in Ashford, a period property garden in Sevenoaks, or a compact courtyard in Canterbury, we design gardens that work with Kent's varied landscapes and your lifestyle.

Every project starts with a free consultation where we visit your garden, understand how you use the space, and talk through your ideas. From there we produce detailed planting plans, 3D visuals so you can see the finished garden before a single spade goes in, and full build management if you want us to handle the whole thing.

Completed garden design project in Shoreham, Kent — A completed garden transformation in Shoreham, Kent

Why Choose Soil Sisters for Garden Design in Kent?

We are not a franchise or a nationwide operation. Soil Sisters is a small, dedicated garden design practice that works across Kent, Surrey, Essex, Buckinghamshire and London. That means you deal directly with your designer from first meeting to final planting, and every decision is made with your specific garden in mind.

Kent has some of the most varied growing conditions in the south east. The chalky soils of the Downs suit very different planting to the heavy clay around Maidstone or the sandy loam in the Weald. We know these differences and design with them, not against them. You get a garden that actually thrives rather than one that looks good on paper and struggles in the ground.

Our team also understands the planning context in Kent. Many gardens here sit within conservation areas or near listed buildings, particularly in towns like Tunbridge Wells, Westerham and Otford. We work within those constraints and, where needed, help with the planning process.

3D garden design render showing planting layout for a Kent garden — 3D visualisation helps you see your Kent garden before the build begins

Our Kent Garden Design Services

Full Garden Design and Consultation

Our core service covers everything from the initial site survey through to a complete design package. This includes a detailed planting plan, hard landscaping layout, lighting scheme and material specification. We present the design with 3D renders so you can walk through your new garden virtually before committing to the build.

For larger or more complex projects, we also offer phased design, allowing you to develop different areas of the garden over time without losing the coherence of the overall scheme.

Planting Design for Kent's Climate

Kent sits in one of the warmest parts of the UK, which opens up planting options that would struggle further north. We regularly use Mediterranean planting schemes in sheltered Kent gardens, as well as cottage garden planting that suits the character of older properties. Every planting plan is tailored to your soil type, aspect and how much time you actually want to spend maintaining the garden.

Traditional garden planting design in Kent with herbaceous borders — Traditional planting design suited to Kent's period properties

Garden Build and Project Management

If you want the complete package, we manage the build from start to finish. We work with trusted local contractors across Kent, many of whom we have been building with for years. That means quality control, realistic timelines and a single point of contact throughout the project. You can read more about our garden build service for the full details.

Small Garden and Courtyard Design

Not every Kent garden is a rambling country estate. We design plenty of courtyard and small garden spaces across the county, particularly in Canterbury, Maidstone and the commuter towns closer to London. Small spaces need careful planning to make every square metre work, and that is where good design really earns its keep.

Areas We Cover in Kent

We work across the whole county. Some of the towns and villages where we have completed projects or have active clients include:

Sevenoaks and the surrounding villages including Otford, Kemsing, Seal and Ightham
Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Pembury and Southborough
Westerham, Brasted, Sundridge and Knockholt
Canterbury, Whitstable, Faversham and the cathedral towns
Maidstone, Bearsted, Lenham and the Medway towns
Ashford, Tenterden and the rural Weald

If your town is not listed, do not worry. If you are in Kent, we almost certainly cover you. Get in touch and we will confirm.

Garden design project completed in Pembury, near Tunbridge Wells, Kent — A recent project in Pembury, just outside Tunbridge Wells

What Does Garden Design in Kent Cost?

This depends on the size of the garden, the complexity of the design and how much build work is involved. As a rough guide, our design fees start from around the same level as our standard tier packages. A small courtyard design costs significantly less than a full country garden scheme with terracing, water features and a detailed planting plan.

We are always upfront about costs. You will get a clear quote before any work starts, and there are no hidden extras. The consultation itself is free, so there is nothing to lose by having that initial conversation.

How to Get Started

The first step is simple. Book a free consultation and we will come to your garden, have a proper look at the space and talk through what you want to achieve. From there we will put together a proposal and, once you are happy, get started on the design.

You can also browse our portfolio of completed projects to see examples of what we do, or read our guide to garden design in Kent for more inspiration on what is possible in the county.