I cut my horticultural teeth while working for the family business, a London garden centre and have more than 30 years of experience in gardening sector. With RHS qualifications in horticulture and garden design from Capel Manor.. I managed the garden maintenance and landscaping arm of Hampstead Garden Centre for ten years.

More recently, I was the horticultural buyer for Clifton Nurseries London and have strong relationships with plant nurseries and growers.

Plantopia was founded in 2020 and focuses on planting, garden design and garden maintenance for small urban gardens, whether you have a window box, a window sill, a balcony or a front garden.

I work on the plants, design and planning while Michael and his team carry out all the garden works.

Sarah Bowe, April 2023