Every great garden starts with a conversation
I believe exceptional garden design begins by understanding how you want to live outdoors. I take the time to learn about your home, your lifestyle, and the atmosphere you want your garden to create.
My approach combines thoughtful design with expert horticultural knowledge to create gardens that are both beautiful and practical. Planting lies at the heart of every design, with carefully selected trees, shrubs, perennials and grasses chosen to bring colour, texture, seasonal interest and lasting character. Every planting scheme is tailored to suit your garden's conditions while creating a space that feels natural, balanced and full of life.
Whether you're looking to refresh an existing garden or completely transform your outdoor space, I can create a bespoke design and build a garden that reflects your personality, complements your home, and grows more beautiful with each passing season.
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Complete Garden Design
Layout, structure and planting designed together from the first sketch.
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Garden Build
Thoughtful garden design that enhances biodiversity and brings spaces to life.
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Plants Chosen Right
Plants carefully chosen for your soil and conditions.
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Beauty All Year Round
Seasonal colour, texture and interest through every month.
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Any Garden, Any Size
Creative planting solutions for spaces large or small.
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Stress-Free Service
Full service from design and build to planting.
Owen Brooks Garden Designer and Planting Expert
A Personal Approach to Garden Design
When you choose Purely Planting, you'll work directly with me from our first conversation through to the finished garden. I believe the best results come from building a genuine understanding of how you live, what inspires you, and how you want to enjoy your outdoor space.
My aim is to create gardens that feel natural, welcoming and timeless.
Based in Brighton, working throughout Sussex
Conversation & Brief
From your brief to a thoughtfully designed planting mood board.
Garden Design
Detailed planting scheme with maintenance guidance and quote.
Boots On?
Soil enriched, plants sourced and then beautifully planted.
Aftercare
Regular visits to monitor growth and make gentle adjustments.
Reviews from Owen’s Clients
See what previous clients have shared about their experience, and why they chose PurelyPlanting for their gardens.
Questions & Answers
How does the planting design process work?
Every project begins with a consultation where Owen discusses your ideas and how you would like your garden to feel. After assessing the space, soil and light conditions, he creates a planting design tailored to your garden. Once agreed, the plants are sourced and professionally installed.
How do you choose the right plants for my garden?
Plant selection is based on your garden’s soil, light levels, aspect and overall style. Owen chooses plants that complement your home while ensuring they thrive in the conditions available, creating a balanced scheme that develops beautifully through the seasons.
Do you offer help after the garden has been planted?
Yes. Owen offers aftercare visits during the year to check how the planting is establishing, offer guidance and suggest adjustments if needed, helping your garden continue to grow and flourish.
Ready to Transform Your Garden?
Get in touch with Purely Planting to discuss your planting ideas and arrange a design consultation.
