Summer excitement in the garden

Summer excitement in the garden

This is it, we are here! The perfect time to enjoy the fruits of your labour throughout the year in your outdoor space! I hope all of the hard work has paid off, but there is still more you can do! Here is my run down of garden care tips for the summer that will help...
5 Common  Garden Design Errors

5 Common Garden Design Errors

I spend a lot of time planning and designing gardens and as a result, I tend to see the same garden design issues time-and-time-again. Here I share just a few of those with you to help you to understand just a some things worth bearing in mind when you are planning...
Spring is in the air

Spring is in the air

Frost As we all know the weather is very unpredictable so although its spring we can still get late frosts which can affect the health of your spring bulbs and flowers. The only way to get around this is to try and keep a close eye on the weather forecast and protect...

Wood as an Ethical Resource in the Garden

Wood can be used in several locations in your garden including fencing, compost bins, support structures, bed edging and garden furniture. The versatility of the material makes it very popular to use in the garden. However, with the increased awareness of climate...

A guide to planters

A Guide to Planters When decorating your home plant pots are often an afterthought, but choosing the right planters can set the theme of your property by either subtly complimenting its features or even creating a striking focal point. In recent years the search for...
Favourite resources from 2014… so far

Favourite resources from 2014… so far

Versatile,elegant,practical paving Paving can be one of the most expensive items of a design. The stone and tray drain covers for this garden in my portfolio were sourced from  London Stone Company Self watering planters One of the most common problem with planters is...