Garden Designer in Hurstpierpoint
Bespoke garden design for Hurstpierpoint homes and Downland settings, shown here through a spacious garden designed to feel intriguing, mysterious and connected to the rolling Downs beyond.
Linking a Spacious Garden With the Rolling Downs
We had a lot of space to play with here, and the main aim was to make the garden intriguing, mysterious and, most importantly, to link with the rolling Downs beyond.
We used metal edging to raise the beds from heavy clay, then planted a backbone of hornbeam down the curved middle of each bed.
The hornbeam can be pruned into an undulating hedge to complement the roll of the Downs in the background, with tough perennials giving colour on either side.
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The Hurstpierpoint Garden
A real Hurstpierpoint garden project by Glorious Gardens Sussex. Please click on each photo for greater detail.
Curved Beds, Hornbeam and Downland Movement
This Hurstpierpoint garden uses raised beds, curved structure and strong planting to answer the heavy clay soil while echoing the movement of the Downs.
Raising the Beds Above Heavy Clay
Metal edging gives the beds definition and raises the planting above difficult clay, creating a more generous root zone and a clearer framework for the garden.
Echoing the Rolling Downs
The curved hornbeam backbone can be clipped into an undulating hedge, with tough perennials on either side giving colour, movement and seasonal interest.
Hurstpierpoint Gardens and Local History
The original Hurstpierpoint page linked garden design with village conservation, historic pleasure gardens and local open gardens.
The Hurstpierpoint Society was founded in 1962 and works to protect the village environment, its appearance, character and surrounding countryside. That sense of local stewardship sits naturally alongside thoughtful garden design.
The Chinese Gardens opened in 1843, created by local entrepreneur Adam Adams. Despite the name, they were named after Chinese Road and included a rowing lake, donkey rides, bowls, croquet, tennis courts, bars, a coffee room and a large dining room.
Hurstpierpoint has also held open garden days for many years, giving residents and visitors a chance to see gardens large and small, with flowers, trees, vegetables, ponds and views across the surrounding landscape.
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, Hurstpierpoint 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 Hurstpierpoint: FAQs
A few practical answers for Hurstpierpoint homeowners considering a new garden design.
Do you design gardens in Hurstpierpoint and nearby villages?
Yes. Glorious Gardens Sussex works with clients in Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks and nearby Sussex villages, creating gardens that suit the home, the site and the way each client wants to live outdoors.
Can you design gardens near the South Downs?
Yes. Andrew considers views, shelter, soil, materials and planting so the garden feels connected to the surrounding Sussex landscape.
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 Hurstpierpoint?
Tell Andrew what you are working with and what you would like your garden to become. A conversation is the best place to start.