OTGR is not your traditional local garden maintenance service. We do not offer hourly rates for small jobs, for instance we are not available to mow your lawn, rake your leaves or do your weeding.

We are a bespoke, project based practice offering specific briefs, tailored solutions and fixed costs. 

 

Our carefully considered range includes :

  • Garden Rescues, Garden Restoration & Transformation  

  • All Year Support Packages 

  • Property Market Ready and Special Events

  • Garden Design, planting and Improvement
  • Orchard & Ornamental Tree Care
  • Project Management Service for larger projects.

 

Explore our range of expert garden services at Olli Thomas Garden Rescue below:

Garden Rescues

Garden Restoration & Transformation

Highlights

  • Overgrown Garden clearance, restoration and full transformations

  • Fast response with a free, no-obligation quote

  • Clear plan tailored to your goals, budget and timeframe

  • Fixed pricing, defined milestones and a transparent process

  • Flexible involvement — work alongside us or leave the project entirely to our team

  • Experienced professionals capable of resolving even the most challenging gardens

  • Aftercare guidance to ensure your garden continues to thrive

As our name suggests, this is where all of our services began.

We understand that life gets busy and the garden often falls down the list of priorities. Over time this can quickly become overwhelming — whether it’s an overgrown space, a neglected garden at a new property, or a rental property left in disrepair. In some cases areas of the garden simply become unused and forgotten. In others, you may be ready for a fresh start or an exciting new idea.

At OTGR, we have seen it all. Every project is unique, and we approach each one with the experience, creativity and practical solutions required to deliver the best possible result — always aiming to exceed expectations.

Our experienced team will respond quickly to arrange a visit and provide a free, no-obligation quote. This includes a realistic overview of the proposed work and a guide price tailored to your ambitions, budget and timeframe. You can be as involved in the process as you wish, or leave everything in our capable hands.

Once agreed, we prepare a clear and bespoke project brief outlining key goals, requirements, milestones, timelines, fixed pricing and payment structure. We believe in complete transparency, ensuring everything is agreed from the outset so the process remains straightforward and stress-free.

Occasionally unforeseen challenges arise — for example hidden obstacles uncovered during the work. If this occurs, we communicate immediately and agree the best solution together. Our experience allows us to resolve issues efficiently while minimising additional costs or delays. For more complex projects, a contingency allowance may be included in the original plan to provide additional reassurance, though it is rarely required.

From your initial enquiry through to final sign-off, we manage the entire process. Once complete, we also provide an aftercare plan — whether that means continued support from our team or guidance for you or your maintenance provider going forward.

 

All Year Support Packages

Garden Support & Seasonal Services

Highlights

  • Fruit and ornamental tree pruning

  • Lawn restoration and repair

  • Soil improvement and preparation

  • Planting and garden establishment

  • Hedge and shrub cutting

  • Soft landscaping

  • Ground clearance

  • Garden renovation

  • Creation of raised beds and kitchen gardens

At OTGR we provide a range of support packages and small project services designed to meet the changing needs of your garden throughout the year. This may involve managing key aspects of your garden on a weekly, monthly or quarterly basis, or delivering a specific one-off task such as orchard pruning or lawn repair. As with our Garden Rescue service, all work is based on a clear brief and fixed price.

Our services cover a wide range of garden requirements while maintaining a commitment to honesty about our capabilities. If a task requires specialist expertise beyond our scope, we will always recommend trusted alternatives to ensure the highest standard of work.

For gardens requiring ongoing care, we can produce an annual schedule of tasks designed to keep your garden performing at its best throughout the seasons.

We are also happy to plan, manage and coordinate work alongside you, your existing gardeners, or trusted third-party specialists such as tree surgeons where necessary.

Over the years we have built strong relationships with reliable local suppliers and specialists, allowing us to source the best materials and expertise when required. We invest in high-quality tools and equipment, and where specialist machinery is needed, we work closely with trusted plant hire companies to ensure every project is completed efficiently and to the highest standard.



Property Market Ready and Special Events

Garden Presentation & Property Sales Support

Highlights

  • Expert advice on maximising garden appeal for property sales

  • Practical improvements designed to increase property value

  • Insight from extensive local market knowledge and property experience

  • Tailored plans for both immediate sales or medium-term preparation

  • Guidance on creating low-maintenance gardens attractive to buyers

  • Garden preparation for events, receptions and professional shoots

At OTGR, alongside extensive horticultural expertise, our team brings many years of professional experience in the UK property market, including property development, sales and marketing.

Combined with strong local knowledge and relationships with local agents, this allows us to provide informed guidance on how to make your garden as attractive as possible to potential buyers — helping maximise the value of your property sale in an efficient and strategic way.

We see hundreds of high-end local properties each year and understand what makes a home stand out. From targeted improvements to thoughtful presentation, we can help you focus on the changes that are most likely to deliver the best return. Even relatively simple upgrades can make a measurable difference — for example, a high-quality lawn is often said to add around 5% to a property’s value, while features such as a kitchen garden can add approximately £5,000.

We can also advise on ways to make your garden appealing to a wider market, including adjustments that reduce maintenance requirements for buyers who may not have the time or expertise to care for the garden as you have.

Where timing allows, we can help plan improvements so your garden looks its best when the property goes to market. Alternatively, we can work with what already exists to present the space as effectively as possible for a more immediate sale.

While we are always happy to collaborate with estate agents or other professionals, our advice remains focused solely on your interests as the client, particularly when it comes to the value and presentation of outdoor spaces.

We also offer services to prepare gardens for special events, including garden parties, wedding receptions and editorial or magazine shoots. This can be arranged on either a short- or medium-term basis, and we are happy to coordinate with event organisers to ensure the best possible result.

 

Garden Design and Project Management

Garden Design & Project Management

Highlights

  • Complete garden design and full renovation planning

  • Professional project management for large or complex gardens

  • Experience working with property developers and new homeowners

  • Careful budget creation and financial oversight

  • Clear timelines, scheduling and milestone management

  • Coordination of contractors, specialists and suppliers

  • Flexible approach — lead the project or integrate with your existing team

For larger or more complex garden projects, OTGR offers Garden Design and Project Management services. These services are particularly suited to property developers, newly purchased homes, or gardens undergoing complete renovation or transformation.

Our team brings extensive experience in managing multi-stage projects from concept through to completion. We work closely with clients to understand the intended use of the space, the character of the property and the overall vision for the garden. From this we help develop a practical plan that balances design, functionality, budget and long-term sustainability.

Once a project is underway, we provide structured project management to ensure everything runs smoothly. This includes creating and managing detailed budgets, establishing realistic schedules, coordinating contractors and suppliers, and maintaining clear communication between all parties involved.

We are comfortable leading projects from the outset or working collaboratively as part of a wider team alongside architects, developers, landscapers and other specialists. Our role is to ensure that the garden element of the project is delivered efficiently, to a high standard, and in line with the wider development goals.

Throughout the process we focus on organisation, transparency and attention to detail, helping to keep projects on track while ensuring the finished garden complements the property and adds lasting value.

 

“The team at Olli Thomas Garden Rescue transformed my garden into a stunning sanctuary. Their expertise and attention to detail were second to none, and the bespoke service was exactly what I needed for my tricky garden.”

Isla, Chiddingfold