Biodiverse Garden Design Bristol. Thoughtful and Sustainable Outdoor Spaces for Any Bristol Home.

Wild Butterfly Gardening offers expert garden design in Bristol, creating sustainable, nature-focused outdoor spaces that transform gardens into vibrant ecosystems. From urban courtyards to expansive suburban retreats, our Bristol garden design service brings creativity and ecological knowledge to gardens throughout the city and surrounding areas.
Bristol Garden Design Specialists
As garden design specialists in Bristol, we craft bespoke outdoor spaces that enhance natural beauty through carefully designed planting schemes. We aim to design and create gardens that offer year-round interest while creating essential wildlife habitats. Whether you have a Georgian townhouse in Clifton, a family garden in Redland, or a modern home in Southville, our garden design service delivers outdoor spaces that complement your property and lifestyle.
Recently establishing a base near Bristol, we're excited to work with residents across the city to create sustainable garden designs that spark joy! Our experience spans both urban gardens and countryside retreats—so whether you have a compact Bristol courtyard or an expansive garden, we're ready to transform your outdoor space.
Our Sustainable Approach
Our garden design philosophy centers on creating living extensions of nature that evolve and flourish over time. Our garden designs prioritize:
- Biodiversity enhancement - Creating essential habitats for pollinators and wildlife
- Sustainable materials - Sourcing local, environmentally-friendly landscaping elements
- Water management - Implementing smart irrigation solutions for Bristol's climate
- Year-round interest - Selecting plant combinations that offer seasonal beauty in Bristol gardens
- Low-maintenance solutions - Designing Bristol gardens that thrive with minimal intervention
Each garden design we create in Bristol tells a unique story, connecting you to nature through thoughtful design while reducing environmental impact and creating spaces for the whole family to enjoy.
Garden Design Process
Our collaborative garden design process begins with understanding your vision, lifestyle, and the unique characteristics of your property. From initial consultation through to final planting, we work closely with you to ensure your garden reflects your personality while harmonizing with Bristol city's diverse architecture and landscapes.
Whether you're looking to transform a compact courtyard in Stokes Croft or create a biodiversity haven in a larger Bishopston garden, our garden design team brings expertise in maximizing space, enhancing natural beauty, and creating gardens with purpose.
About Wild Butterfly Gardening in Bristol
Wild Butterfly Gardening brings a fresh perspective to garden design in Bristol. Founded by Sarah Ferguson, who transitioned from a career in the fashion industry to horticulture, our garden design studio serving Bristol combines artistic vision with practical knowledge. Sarah's background in fashion informs her unique approach to garden design in Bristol—applying principles of balance, proportion, and seasonal interest to create gardens that feel both contemporary and timeless. We love meeting people in the area and discovering more about this great city that has so much variety and a community that gels with our philosophy and approach.
With Royal Horticultural Society training, Sarah creates garden designs that are both aesthetically beautiful and ecologically sound. Every garden benefits from her keen understanding of color, texture, and composition developed during her years in fashion. And with a former professional buyer at our helm, our ability to source unique and quality materials at the best price is unmatched.
Professional Landscaping Services in Bristol
Our skilled landscaping team covering Bristol handle all aspects of garden transformation, from hardscaping to planting. We select high-quality, sustainable materials that complement Bristol's architectural heritage while incorporating innovative solutions for modern living. Our comprehensive garden design services available across Bristol include:
- Bespoke paving and natural stone work
- Sustainable decking and pergolas
- Living walls and green roofs
- Raised beds and edible gardens
- Wildlife ponds and water features
- Rainwater harvesting systems
Specialist Planting Design for Bristol Gardens
Our planting schemes for Bristol gardens balance beauty with ecological function, designed to thrive in the city's varied microclimates. Our garden designs includes plants that:
- Support essential pollinators and wildlife
- Thrive in Bristol's unique soil conditions
- Provide year-round structural interest
- Require minimal maintenance
- Create sensory experiences through colour, texture, and scent
Whether you dream of a wildflower meadow, a productive kitchen garden, or elegant structured borders, our Bristol garden design service brings your garden to life through every season.
Bristol Garden Maintenance
Our dedicated maintenance team ensures your Bristol garden continues to flourish. From seasonal pruning to specialized care for wildlife habitats, we provide tailored maintenance programs that nurture your outdoor space as it matures and evolves.
Transform Your Bristol Garden Today
Ready to create a sustainable, wildlife-friendly garden in Bristol that enhances your home and lifestyle? The Wild Butterfly Gardening Bristol team is ready to bring your vision to life.

Kitchen Gardens
A kitchen garden design brings beauty and practicality together, offering a space where fresh herbs, vegetables, and fruit flourish right outside your door. Whether you have a sprawling countryside estate in Somerset, a traditional walled garden in Kent, or a modern edible landscape in Cornwall, a thoughtfully designed kitchen garden can enhance both your outdoor space and your lifestyle.

Meadow Gardens
A meadow garden design offers a breathtaking, naturalistic approach to landscaping, bringing movement, texture, and biodiversity to your outdoor space. Whether you want to replace a traditional lawn with a wildflower meadow or introduce a pollinator-friendly habitat into your garden, meadow planting can transform your landscape into a thriving, low-maintenance oasis.

Sustainable Gardens
A well-designed sustainable garden transforms an outdoor space into a thriving, eco-friendly sanctuary—whether it’s a contemporary urban retreat, a classic English garden, or a biodiverse wildlife haven. Our bespoke garden design services prioritise sustainability, using drought-resistant planting, permeable materials, and wildlife-friendly features to create beautiful yet low-maintenance gardens across London, Bath, Bristol, Sussex, Cornwall, Kent, and Surrey.
Courtyard Gardens
A well-designed courtyard garden transforms even the most compact outdoor space into a stylish and tranquil retreat. Whether you have a small urban courtyard, a Victorian terrace courtyard, or a modern enclosed garden, the right courtyard garden design enhances privacy, maximizes space, and brings greenery into your home.
Harness the Potential of Your Outdoor Space with Our Gardening Services
Garden Design
From initial consultation and site survey to detailed 3D concepts and planting plans, our design process is thorough and collaborative, ensuring your vision becomes a reality.
Consultancy
We can help with troublesome areas, best locations for patios or pergolas as well as ideas for planting schemes with our consultancy service
Landscaping
Our team works with trusted contractors or your preferred choice to deliver exceptional results, including add-ons such as lighting, irrigation, and garden furniture.
Planting
Our expertise extends to designing and implementing planting schemes for full gardens, raised beds, window boxes, edible garden schemes, and troublesome areas, as well as lawn installation and maintenance.
Maintenance
Choose from regular, seasonal, or one-off MOTs to keep your garden in optimal condition throughout the year.