ABOUT US
Petersham Gardens is a family-run business, founded over 30 years ago by one of the directors, Stephen . What started as a small garden maintenance company has grown into a comprehensive landscaping design firm that can undertake domestic, residential and commercial projects. Based in Richmond upon Thames, we pride ourselves on experience, professionalism and reliability, designing, creating and maintaining beautiful gardens throughout the London area and its surroundings.
Initially in 1984, Stephen worked by himself, following in his father's footsteps. Combining the passion with experience, the demand for a service in the local area grew rapidly and so by 1990, Stephen needed to take on some staff. The firm expanded in 2012 to include designs with three landscaping teams and two garden maintenance teams. Since 2020, the firm delivers design-lead projects with two garden designers on board.
In 2018, Stephen started a research and development side to the company to share knowledge and experience with other landscaping firms, garden enthusiasts and horticulturists, and to contribute to the community.
In 2023, Petersham Gardens have a team of professionals from both the home counties and overseas with a background in design, agriculture, horticulture, landscaping, arboriculture, planning, and joinery and/or metalwork. We pride ourselves in a range of high-on-demand skills, expertise and eye for detail in the ever-changing landscape industry.
​
We endeavour to answer all calls. However, this is not always possible, so please leave your contact details on our answer phone and we will get back to you as soon as we can. In many cases, we can arrange a same-day consultation service at your property during the week, Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm (until 6pm in summer). We also offer weekend appointments that need to be booked in advance. If you
​
~
Our ethos is to provide you with service excellence and outstanding customer value.
We are Checkatrade registered and approved.
​
We are also members of FSB and have applied to become registered installers of Jacksons Fencing.
​
​
WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT US...
"Highly recommend. Contacted them on a Monday and by Friday the work was done. The work was a basic garden cleanup ahead of new buyers moving in, but they did a terrific job and made the back garden look far better than I ever could have managed. Great work, great value - I'll definitely be using them again." - Darren Hemmings
~
"Stephen and his team have transformed my garden through the design. They were very professional, made the design changes I needed and listened to my needs. Their plant knowledge and conditions upon which plant would survive best really impressed me. I will ask them to do the actual design next year. A very smooth transaction, reasonable cost. I would recommend." Patricia Martin
~
"A great two-man team from Stephen Charles worked nonstop to clear the site fix the rustic sleepers in position before replanting. Very professional and flexible guys with a wealth of experience and creativity. First class." - Craig Mackenzie
~
"Really pleased with the works, they did an amazing job The employees were always on time, professional and worked hard to get the job done, always tidied up after each day, they went above and beyond . I would highly recommend for any one that are considering works." - Claire Abbott
~
"I had excellent advice from David and he talked me through the process, all that's involved and he even helped me with figuring out what's the best choice based on my budget. He came by at the beginning and at the end of the job to ensure everything was done exactly to specification. He went even further to check if there was anything missed. I appreciate all the work and the end result was amazing. I would definitely recommend them." - Cherica Haye
~
"GREAT GREAT GREAT……. The service that was offered from quote to completion was fantastic, updated every step of the way. Any queries we had were answered promptly. Also exceptional service from the landscaping team from when we wanted to make a few last minute changes, even made sure that paving was cleaned at the end of each day. 1000/1000 would highly recommend for any of your landscaping needs." - Hinesh Patel
~
"Petersham Gardens (managed by Stephen) is a wonderful and reliable company. We have been using their services for around 10 years. The quality of their work is unsurpassed. Highly recommend!!" - Anna Denning
~
"I enquired for a spring care tidy up and ended up hiring Lee and his team regularly. Very tidy and knowledgeable. Barry in the office is great too." - Mrs Manley
~
"The garden was in need of a good tidy up. The team came punctually and did an amazing job. George Sands looked after us; he was professional, helpful and accommodating. They fitted us into their tight schedule with very little notice, shifting appointments around to accommodate our tight time frame. I’d recommend this company without reservation. If you need help in your garden - look no further." - Lynn Reynolds
~
"As a director of a residents association I have found that Stephen has been a vast improvement on our previous contractors. A pleasure to deal with and our grounds always look well cared for - and have done so for some 5 years now." - Jill Kirby
​
~
​
"It is with much enthusiasm that I am writing to recommend the services of Petersham Gardens service. I have been using Steven Charles to maintaining one of my clients properties in Hyde park for the past 3 years and have always been completely satisfied with their performance. They do an excellent job, are always punctual, and offer the most competitive rates in town. We have also hired them on occasion for extra jobs, such as jet washing bulk greenery waste. They have been very reasonably priced, and always do exactly what we ask of them. I'm happy to recommend the services The other service they do for me is Christmas tree supply and decorate service to all of my clients. All my clients are very happy with this service as well would recommend. - Inner London Cleaning
​
~
​
"Lee and Joel f have been brilliant and very helpful around our garden. They are efficient and manage to cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time! Our grass and flower borders are looking great right now thanks to their hard work." Brooke Stevens
​
~
​
​
Please visit our Blog Page for information on everything to do with your garden. From different types of paving, fencing and turfing, to what flowers bloom in what season, you will find a wealth of information to give you ideas, tips and technical information.