Alex Oliver Garden and Estate Management are a professional landscaping, maintenance and design company.  We provide an exceptionally reliable and environmentally-conscious service.  Our qualified, experienced team can enhance and maximise the potential of your garden or estate, with one-off garden rejuvenations or bespoke maintenance programmes according to your requirements.  Our clients range from the domestic to country estates and commercial properties in Hertfordshire and surrounding areas.  Free consultation and quotes are available. 

The company was founded by RHS-trained Head Gardener, Alex Oliver.  After an internship at The Royal Botanical Gardens in Kew, Alex went on to establish himself throughout London in garden landscaping for prestigious clients before being sponsored through the American Oak Foundation to restore an 18th century garden for the National Trust.  Alex was offered a role as an estate gardener and warden with the Trust, during which time he developed an interest in conservation and woodland management.

The company is based on the principles of good, honest workmanship, combined with a love of nature and well-informed horticultural ability.  Using our own equipment, we work in all except the most extreme weather conditions, and are committed to the provision of exceptional customer service and value for money.

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testimonials

"Thank you for all you have done over the years.  We are both delighted by the way you have grabbed the garden and are bringing it back to full life again."
(J.W, Standon)

"Alex, I wanted to write in person for all you have done at the National Trust.  A real ‘can-do’ attitude that is an example to us all.  I really enjoy seeing the fruits of your labour."
(P. Begg, Curator, National Trust)


"Alex has coped with great aplomb on an incredibly important project. He has risen to the challenge…his level of commitment is high. I have no hesitation in recommending his hard work and enthusiasm."

(Andy Eddy, Head Gardener, National Trust)

"Thank you Alex for your hard work over the last year - you've had some great ideas for the re-design of my garden, the new path has improved it already! The kids love the treehouse, and I love the shape of the new borders. Looking forward to all that Spring and Summer colour!"

(S Peacock, Welwyn Garden City)

"Alex, the garden is looking beautiful! Daffodils are out, grass is looking lush, the colour combinations in the borders following your rearrangement are really working well. Thank you!"
(L. Aylott, Welwyn Garden City)

"Alex transformed our garden to one of beauty for our special summer party last year. His knowledge of plants and garden planning is brilliant. Our front garden is the envy of the road with his fresh ideas for colour with choice of plants to last throughout the year. He has a high work ethic and is thoroughly professional, maintaining now throughout the year with sound advice. I cannot recommend him too highly."
(P. Hanton, Highgate London)

Private Gardens
Private Estates
Commercial

We provide a wide range of services, which can be arranged to accommodate your requirements.  Please contact us for a free consultation.

Gardens
  • Formal and informal gardens
  • Low maintenance gardens
  • Wild flower gardens and meadows
  • Cut flower gardens
  • Winter gardens
  • Kitchen gardens
  • Vegetable and fruit gardens
  • School gardens
  • Child-friendly gardens

Garden Maintenance

  • Pruning
  • Mowing
  • Lawn care
  • Planting
  • Tree and shrub care
  • Hedge trimming
  • Weed control
  • Soft landscaping
  • Bulb planting
  • Seasonal bedding displays
  • Herbaceous border displays
  • Propagation
  • Compost establishment and management
  • Pest and disease management
  • Clearance
  • Fencing and Security

Garden Design

  • Bespoke design service
  • Planting consultation and plans

Lawn Care

  • Mowing
  • Weed control
  • Spring and summer feeds
  • Autumn feeds and moss control
  • Mole and pest control

Tree Care

  • Inspection
  • Planting

Woodland Conservation

  • Tree inspection
  • Woodland bulb planting
  • Bird boxes
  • Dormouse conservation
  • Insect habitat management
  • Biodiversity counts
  • Brash clearance
  • Fencing

Hedge Laying

We can help plan and plant your hedging and advise on the most appropriate type of hedging to use.

Wild Gardens and Meadows

We can plan, establish and maintain wild flower meadows and advise on suitable planting schemes to attract more wildlife to your garden.

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