Our Story

Thoughtfully designed.
Beautifully planted.

The Edit was born from a shared passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces — and the considered details that bring them to life.

After working together for four years in the commercial landscaping industry, we realised our creative sides were craving something different. Whilst our experience has been rooted in delivering large-scale landscaping projects, we wanted to create a brand focused on the finer details — the finishing touches that transform a space from functional to beautiful.

We believe planting has the power to completely change how a space feels. A thoughtfully styled entrance creates a warm welcome. A beautifully planted terrace encourages people to linger. The right combination of planters and planting can make a home feel complete or elevate the experience of a restaurant, hotel or workplace.

Yet creating that look isn't always straightforward.

Choosing the right planters, selecting planting that works together, transporting everything home, finding the time to put it all together and knowing how to care for it can quickly become overwhelming.

That's where The Edit comes in.

We take care of every detail. From selecting the perfect planters and planting scheme to delivering, positioning and styling everything in your space, we create beautifully considered planting that's ready to enjoy from day one. For those who'd rather not worry about ongoing care, we also offer an optional maintenance service to keep everything looking its best throughout the seasons.

The name The Edit reflects exactly what we love to do. Just as an editor refines and enhances, we carefully edit outdoor spaces — adding the finishing touches that bring balance, character and personality.

Above all, we want to help people fall in love with their outdoor spaces. Whether it's a welcoming front door, a courtyard, a hotel entrance or a restaurant terrace, our aim is always the same: to create spaces that feel effortless, inviting and beautifully complete.

Meet The Founders

Ellie & Maggy

A professional partnership grown into a genuine friendship over the past four years.

Ellie

With more than 20 years' experience in the landscaping industry, Ellie is the founder of C&R Contracts Ltd, delivering commercial landscaping projects for hospitality, leisure and commercial clients across the region.

Practical, creative and exceptionally knowledgeable, Ellie brings decades of experience together with a natural eye for planting and design.

Away from work, Ellie lives in Worcestershire with her husband, their two children — Adelyn and William — and an ever-growing collection of animals that keeps family life wonderfully busy.

Maggy

Maggy joined C&R Contracts four years ago as Project Manager, where her creativity, organisation and meticulous attention to detail quickly became invaluable.

A self-confessed perfectionist with a passion for styling, Maggy loves bringing ideas together and ensuring every project feels considered from start to finish.

She lives in Clent with her 17-year-old daughter and their much-loved dog, Tula.

"Together, our different strengths complement one another perfectly. We share the same belief that thoughtful planting can completely transform how people experience a space."

Let's create something beautiful.

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