
As a passionate garden designer with over 20 years experience, I'm proud to say I have tranformed hundreds of outdoor spaces from small pocket gardens to large functional spaces for all year round enjoyment.
I am a published author and award winner. You can purchase my book to help give you inspiration in your garden.
I am also a qualified Horticulturist, Florist, College Lecturer and Guest Speaker which you can read about under ‘Garden Talks’

“Max is the easiest person to work with, her enthusiasm and commitment bubble over, and she is fun to work with too! Her knowledge is extensive and she is very happy to pass on her expertise.” Cathy

BA Hons Garden, Art and Design
National Diploma in Horticulture
National Certificate in Horticulture
RHS General Examination in Horticulture
PA1 and PA6 Spraying Certificates
National Diploma Floristry
Certificate in Education
NVQ Level III Teacher/Trainer
College Lecturer in Horticulture
Established Gardens by Max 1st June 2005
“She is an inspirational designer, extremely enthusiastic and overall great fun to work with.” Alison
Gold Award, Harrogate Spring Flower Show 2011
Gold Award, Leeds In Bloom Garden Competition 2017
Gold Award, Leeds In Bloom Garden Competition 2018
Gold Award, Leeds In Bloom Garden Competition 2019


A fabulous article in the Yorkshire Post
Discussing the launch at BBC Radio Leeds with Dixie!
I even hit the BBC News!


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