How To Have A Year Round Garden
Updated on 13/10/24 There’s something quintessentially British about making the most of whatever the weather brings. Our UK climate is generally cloudy and experiences precipitation all year round, though we also experience heatwaves which reach temperatures above 30°C. Thanks to our unpredictable seasons, we can experience sun, wind, and rain, throughout the year, though sometimes […]
What Is Edible Landscape Design?
Edible landscaping involves filling a green space with edible, food-producing plants, instead of just flowers or non-edible ground cover. You can adopt edible landscaping practices when designing your garden, which raises the question: what is edible landscape design? In short, edible landscape design is the process of designing a garden so it supports edible landscaping […]
6 Eco-Friendly Garden Design Ideas
Published on 14/05/2024 & Updated on 02/04/2025 With 4 in 5 UK gardeners noticing the impact of climate change on our gardens, more of us are turning to eco-friendly garden design ideas as a way to protect nature and the planet. While it’s estimated that the UK has already lost half its biodiversity, 35% of […]
7 Garden Design Tips For Beginners
Updated 03/03/2025 Redesigning a garden is an exciting prospect, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re not sure where to start. If you’re considering redesigning your garden, you might not yet know how much planning goes into the design process. You likely have a million questions, but fret not, as our guide is here […]
How To Spring Clean Your Garden: Your 6 Step Guide
Updated on 06/03/2025 Spring has sprung, which means less time spent indoors and more time spent outside in your garden! As you would spring clean to rejuvenate your home after a bitter winter, you can give your garden a spring clean to prepare it for the warmer season, too. Gardens are regularly overlooked in winter, […]
How to Create a Garden Oasis
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding quiet moments of tranquillity and connection with nature has become increasingly desirable. Your outdoor garden, whether it be large and spacious or a more intimate space, holds great potential to be more than just a patch of grass or a cluster of plants. It can become […]
6 Spring Garden Design Ideas
February is upon us, which means in a couple of months, winter will finally be on its way out… yay! After months of looking out onto a dull, empty garden, we’ll soon be greeted with beautiful, vibrant flowers and warmer weather. With a couple of months to prepare, now is the perfect time to start planning […]
5 Low-Maintenance Ideas For Large Gardens
In this modern age, the majority of us live busy lives, and our gardens can fall by the wayside. Although ‘87% of UK households have access to a garden’, not everyone has the time they’d like to spend tending to their gardens. Whether you’re a beginner or simply don’t have the time to garden, you […]
6 Winter Garden Design Ideas
Updated 14/11/2024 While the colder months may tempt us to retreat indoors, your garden holds the potential for an enchanting and cosy landscape. When you consider that ‘only 2% of UK adults will garden in the winter (whereas 30% will garden in spring)’, it goes to show that many neglect their gardens during the colder […]
How To Choose A Garden Designer
Updated: 08/05/24 Trusting a designer with your garden can be a stressful process. With so many elements to choose from, it’s challenging enough to decide what kind of garden design you want, let alone the person who’s going to implement the changes. So, how do you choose a professional garden designer? There are a few […]