When it comes to property, great gardens and great houses often go hand in hand. And, indeed, horticulture is entwined in Savills own history. Sir Eric Savill, the grandson of the company’s founder, became a partner in Alfred Savill and Sons in 1926. A few years later he left to follow his love of the countryside, working for the Crown Estate in Windsor, where he became Deputy Ranger and Director of the Royal Gardens.

In the 1930s, Sir Eric created The Savill Garden at Windsor Great Park, named in his honour by royal command in 1951. Today, the 35-acre garden is a vibrant and eclectic array of plants and flowers, with the original rhododendrons, camellias and azaleas planted by Sir Eric continuing to bloom.

Sir Eric was also closely involved with the Royal Horticultural Society, organisers of this week’s Chelsea Flower Show. And Savills is proud to maintain the association, having sponsored several gardens at the prestigious event – even winning a gold medal in 2008.

Savills is also an enthusiastic supporter of the National Garden Scheme (4-5 June), in which private gardens open their gates to the general public in aid of charity. Over the years, we have come across many properties with gardens that have taken part in the scheme: some are elaborate, others are modest, but each one is testament to the hard work, knowledge and enthusiasm of their owners. Around 3,500 gardens take part in the scheme. But then, we are a nation of gardeners and garden lovers.

Feeling inspired? Why not take at look at some of the best gardens on the market, one of which has featured in the National Garden Scheme in the past.