Category Archives: Gardens

So far it’s been a dry year. This week’s rain has only slightly redressed the balance, but it has made me think about water in the garden – and the benefits to the environment as a whole, not just to our own gardens.

Conventional wisdom and resulting trends in garden design have, over the last 20 years, moved towards a reduction in the use of water in gardens. Eye-catching statistics like ‘London is dryer than Istanbul’ and ‘The South East of England has less water available per person than the Sudan and Syria’ make us focus on conserving water.

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It’s official! Summer is here. Now’s the time to really enjoy the fruits of your labours – the winter planning, preparation and pruning, the spring planting and feeding have all been worth it. So stand back and take time to appreciate what you have. Your plants will be in full swing, growing at speed – and so will the weeds, so don’t let them take over.

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Our clients have lived in their house in the delightful village of Ewelme for nearly 20 years. Their back garden overlooks the watercress beds while the front is on the main road through the village. Both enjoy spending time in their garden, but felt the front, in particular, was ready for a refresh and a new look. They needed to strike a balance between having enough parking for their two cars while creating a space where they could share a drink with friends and family or just sit and watch the world go by. As keen gardeners, they also wanted a variety of plants that would create interest and impact all year round.

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