Traditional & Formal Gardens: Timeless Elegance & Structure

A traditional garden blends classic materials, rich planting, and elegant design to create a space that feels both inviting and timeless. Whether soft and informal or structured and symmetrical, these gardens offer beauty and balance in every season.

Classic Design with Lasting Appeal

Traditional gardens often feature natural stone, brick pathways, and mature planting, creating a sense of history and charm. Symmetry and formal elements add definition, while flowing borders soften the structure.

Key Features of a Traditional Garden

Structured Planting – Neatly clipped hedges, topiary, and shaped borders for a classic look.
Sweeping Lawns & Pathways – Open spaces framed by elegant walkways.
Natural Materials – Brick, gravel, and stone for timeless appeal.
Seasonal Interest – Flowering perennials, roses, and evergreens for year-round beauty.
Water & Focal Points – Ornamental ponds, fountains, or statues to enhance the design.

Formal or Informal – Designed for You

From grand, symmetrical layouts to relaxed, naturalistic planting, we create gardens that reflect traditional charm while suiting your lifestyle.

See What’s Possible & Book a Consultation

Explore our past projects or visit our Titchfield garden centre for inspiration. Book a consultation today and let’s design your perfect traditional garden

Tina Ellis 16/09/2024

Had our garden designed and installed by Hambrooks 23 years ago, barely ever pulled weeds since. Just topped up the pine nuggets over the top. Best investment!!

N. Haggard 20 September 2022

I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say how delighted I am with my new garden.

Jon, my designer, listened to my ideas and delivered on everything I asked for. I wanted something different to any garden I’d had before, no lawn, no landscaping but packed with plants. He designed such a lovely secret garden, around a statement tree. And I have to commend him for his unwavering patience! I changed my mind a hundred times but never did he give me the impression that he was losing patience with my endless indecision. And my confidence in him led me to place an order for over £10k.

My landscaping team, Blade and Tony, were exceptional, from their work ethic, skill and knowledge, to the way they dealt with me, the customer. My standards are very high and I couldn’t fault them.

All in all, a very professional team of people. And it showed that they all care. I’m over the moon with the finished result. I will send you a before and after photo. Thank you so much.

A delighted customer.

G. Gray. May 2022

My front garden has been transformed by Andy and Bradley who both worked incredibly hard and I am delighted with the result. Andy had the vision and skill to turn my idea into reality and I can't thank him enough.

C. Haig Sept 2021

We recently had our garden landscaped by Hambrooks and I just wanted to pass on my thanks, not just for the outcome - which is superb - but for the professionalism of all the staff involved on the job who are all a credit to you company. Mike, Dave, Les and Adam.

H. Sharp Sept 2021

I just wanted to let you know how delighted I am with my new garden. Melanie was a delight to work with and the ideas she had have worked perfectly. Also Sheldon laid the patio beautifully and him and Dave were a pleaseure to have at my house. Quiet workers and polite.

B. Rendell April 2021

I would like to say how delighted we are with the work carried out. Mel, Paul and Tony all worked very hard, they totally took on board the specific need relating to safety as well as the general garden issues. Paul and Tony were excellent at consulting and discussing with me what I felt best in terms of the brief and adjusting if and as necessary, constantly pleasant and polite to deal with. Mel had picked up on particular issues from the first consultation and offered valuable advice. The outcome means a great deal less worry for me going forward.
Altogether a very positive experience and outcome which I would not hesitate to recommend to others.

Stephen March 2021

Dom and Adam's work (garden maintenance) is greatly appreciated. Dom really listened to everything we discussed very carefully and went out of his way to understand and then act upon that discussion. We are extremely pleased with the work done - both to the pond and pyracantha.

Marsha

We have been coming to Hambrooks for years and it's our favourite garden centre because of its friendly helpful staff and a great selection of plants and trees and the garden design ideas.

“We wanted to write and say how pleased we are with our low maintenance garden makeover. We are very impressed with the attitude of your staff who were prepared to listen to our requirements. Your team John and Rick brushed up and left everything tidy at the end of the day. We now have a garden we can manage and it looks great. THANK YOU HAMBROOKS.”

Mr & Mrs Venables, Southampton. April 2019

“Dear Josh & Mike We just want to say you both did a brilliant job of designing our garden along with the guys who did the work who were amazing. A few weeks on its looks even better now some of the plants are blooming. Thank you!!”

Traditional Gardens

Traditional & Formal Gardens: Timeless Elegance & Structure

Classic Design with Lasting Appeal

Key Features of a Traditional Garden

Formal or Informal – Designed for You

See What’s Possible & Book a Consultation

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