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Revamping Your Garden for Spring
Revamping Your Garden for Spring Spring is creeping in, and your garden is waking up. Shoots are pushing through, the days are stretching, and there’s that fresh, earthy smell in the air. It’s the perfect time to take a step back, cast a critical eye over your plot,...
Gardening with Grasses. Go Wild in your Garden!
Incorporating ornamental grasses into your garden design can transform your outdoor space into a dynamic, textured, and visually appealing haven. These versatile plants sway gracefully with the breeze, adding movement and a touch of the wild to your garden and added...
Sustainable Paving: Where Does Your Paving Come From?
When designing a garden, paving is a key element that can define the space, enhance aesthetics, and provide functionality. Many homeowners and landscapers love the look of Indian sandstone. With its rich, varied colours and durable nature, it has become a popular...
Planting in Pots. Should I go Big !
Container gardening offers a delightful way to enhance your outdoor space, whether you have a sprawling garden or a small balcony. Choosing the right pot size plays a pivotal role in the success of your potted plants. Opting for larger pots can significantly impact...
Cor-ten Steel in Garden Design: Long-Lasting or Fad?
Cor-ten steel in garden design has taken the landscaping world by storm. It’s everywhere, from modern urban gardens to grand showpieces at the Chelsea Flower Show and it is a product I have used in many gardens. But is it here to stay, or just a fleeting trend? Let’s...
The Importance of Good Bed Preparation
Why Proper Bed Preparation Matters If there's one thing that can make or break a planting project, it's the quality of bed preparation. There’s nothing more frustrating than arriving at a site ready to plant, only to find that the soil hasn’t been properly prepared....
My top 5 Perennials for a Sunny Garden
Salvia nemerosa 'Caradonna Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is a stunning perennial, loved for its deep violet-blue flower spikes and striking dark purple stems. This long-flowering plant adds vertical interest and vibrant color to garden borders from late spring to early...
Inspirational Garden Designers: Three pioneers
Garden Design Pioneers: How John Brookes, Gertrude Jekyll, and Piet Oudolf Shaped Modern Planting Design Garden design has evolved dramatically over the years, thanks to these inspirational pioneers who reshaped the way we think about outdoor spaces. Three key...
Small Garden Solutions: Maximizing Urban Garden Design
"Small Space Solutions: Maximizing Urban Garden Design with Modern Materials & Smart Strategies" Small Garden Solutions: Maximizing Urban Garden Design Living in a city doesn’t mean sacrificing your dream of a lush, green oasis. Even the smallest outdoor spaces...