Small garden design for sanctuary and wellbeing

Meg Chatterton created A Patch of Green to offer small garden design, therapeutic horticulture and garden maintenance in Naarm/Melbourne.

I create calming, sensory-aware gardens that are a joy to be in, even if you rent or only have a small budget to work with.

Services

Garden design, therapeutic horticulture and maintenance services for those with small gardens, renters and neurodivergent gardeners.

  • Landscape design Melbourne

    Garden Design

    Tailored advice for renters, small spaces, or anyone feeling stuck.

    I’ll visit your space, talk through your goals, and create a plan that’s practical, sensory-friendly, and totally doable—perfect for renters, first-time growers, and neurodivergent gardeners.

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  • Therapeutic horticulture Melbourne

    Co-gardening

    Gardening together if you struggle with motivation or need physical assistance.

    Sharing skills, time and tools, we can nurture a garden together to bring calm, mental well-being and joy.

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  • Gardener Preston

    Garden Maintenance

    Gentle care for gardens that need a softer touch than a lawn-mowing service can offer.

    If you’re sensitive to noise, fumes or chemicals, this is for you.

    Quiet maintenance by a qualified horticulturist and passionate gardener keeping your small garden healthy, tidy, and loved.

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It’s the perfect time to observe what’s working in your outdoor space, what’s not, and plan for next summer. Bookings are now open for January garden consultations, starting with a free discovery call. Find out more and book via t
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