Urban Meadow
Urban biodiversity — wildlife gardening, habitat design and biodiversity consultancy for north London
Nature-led design & sustainable gardening for vibrant outdoor spaces across north London
I've spent many years working as a gardener in north London, combining hands-on experience with a genuine passion for sustainable and wildlife-friendly growing. I've studied wildlife gardening, permaculture and circular economy principles at London South Bank University, and regularly give talks on regenerative growing topics including composting, no-dig techniques, sustainability and seed collecting.
Recent project work includes helping to establishing a wildflower meadow for CREOS — Crouch End Open Space — a Grade 1 rated conservation charity and vital green corridor for north London wildlife. It's exactly the kind of ecologically meaningful project that sits at the heart of what Urban Meadow is about.
I've had an allotment for nearly a decade, growing vegetables and cut flowers, and serve on the committee of one of north London's largest allotment sites — so I understand the full cycle of growing, from soil health to harvest.
There's a common misconception that wild gardens mean neglected ones. In reality, a well-designed meadow or naturalistic garden can be just as structured and intentional as a traditional lawn — just far better for wildlife, soil health, and the environment.
I offer a full range of services from traditional lawn care and repair through to wild meadow seeding and ongoing management.
I have decades of experience in traditional gardening, from pruning at the right time to improving long term soil health.
I offer consultancy, planning and development in four main areas….
Consulting on types of suitable garden design _ I can produce 3D plans
Soft landscaping
Paths and Decking
Raised beds
Weeding, pruning and planting
Hedge and bush trimming
Lawn care inc re-seeding, aeration and scarification
Management of cut flower beds
Alternative and meadow lawns
Dead Hedges and Bug Snugs
Ponds
Kitchen Garden Growing
Creation & maintenance of compost systems
Soil care & development