Garden Designer in Henfield
Bespoke garden design for Henfield homes and village gardens, shown here through a dramatic sculpture garden that unites formal structure with informal planting.
Formal and Informal Planting Around a Sculpture
My client was intrigued by whether formal and informal styles could be successfully united, as he wanted something dramatic to house his Usain Bolt sculpture.
I used topiary, fennel, Stipa gigantea, lavender and alliums to give a fresh green summer look.
At the same time, the garden has enough structure to look smart in winter.
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The Henfield Garden
A real Henfield garden project by Glorious Gardens Sussex. Please click on each photo for greater detail.
Drama, Structure and a Fresh Summer Look
This Henfield garden brings formal and informal elements together, using strong structure to hold generous seasonal planting around a dramatic sculptural focal point.
A Setting for Sculpture
The garden needed to give the Usain Bolt sculpture enough presence without making the whole space feel stiff. Topiary and clear structure give the garden confidence.
Fresh, Textural Planting
Fennel, Stipa gigantea, lavender and alliums create a fresh green summer feeling, while the underlying structure keeps the garden composed through winter.
Henfield Gardens and Local History
The original Henfield page connected the village's heritage with horticultural societies, geology and historic garden design.
Henfield sits in the Horsham district of West Sussex, between London and Brighton, and was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village has a rich heritage of cultural and architectural treasures.
A horticultural and floricultural society was founded between 1862 and 1872 to encourage the cottage labourer, and the Henfield and District Chrysanthemum Society held annual shows from 1884. A village produce association started in 1948 and remained part of the local gardening culture for decades.
Henfield lies within the Low Weald, with Weald Clay around the area and a spur of Lower Greensand silty sandstone beneath the village. The River Adur and surrounding Brooks also shape the local landscape. Chestfield Park, redesigned in the 1960s by Percy Cane, adds another local example of formal garden planning and planting.
Andrew Staib — Over 30 Years Designing Gardens Across Sussex
Andrew started his first gardening business at 14 years old in Sydney, Australia. Since founding Glorious Gardens Sussex in 2010, he has designed gardens for clients across Brighton, Hove, Henfield and the wider Sussex area.
A practicing artist as well as a designer, Andrew brings a considered eye for form, colour and proportion to every project. Every garden starts with listening carefully to the client and the place.
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Glorious Gardens designs gardens throughout Brighton, Hove and wider Sussex
Garden Design in Henfield: FAQs
A few practical answers for Henfield homeowners considering a new garden design.
Do you design gardens in Henfield and nearby West Sussex villages?
Yes. Glorious Gardens Sussex works with clients in Henfield and across nearby West Sussex villages, designing gardens that suit the home, the setting and the way each client wants to use the space.
Can you design a garden around sculpture or a focal point?
Yes. Andrew can use structure, planting, sightlines and proportion to give a sculpture or focal point presence while keeping the garden natural and enjoyable to live with.
How does the garden design process start?
It starts with a conversation and, where useful, a site visit. Andrew listens to how you use the garden, what is not working, what you love, and what level of design support you need before recommending the next step.
Can you help with a complete garden redesign?
Yes. Depending on the project, Andrew can provide a full design service covering ideas, layout, planting, materials, detailed drawings and guidance through the build so the finished garden follows the design intent.
Designing a Garden in Henfield?
Tell Andrew what you are working with and what you would like your garden to become. A conversation is the best place to start.