for plant lovers
How do some gardens still look fabulous in Autumn? Visit our favourite fall gardens with us to get all the design ideas you need!
Perplexed by plants? Do your purchases die, shrivel, flop or grow like triffids? Don’t worry, you don’t need therapy. You just need to click and read…..!
Whether you prefer traditional herbaceous borders, modern prairie-style planting or annuals, you won't be disappointed by our favourite September gardens or our design takeaways for your garden at home.
If your garden borders are a bit lacklustre by late summer our tour of Wollerton Old Hall is full of tips on how to get the look at home.
It’s official! We are happier and more creative after a garden visit. Find great home border design takeaways from our pick of the very best August gardens.
We teach you why repetition is a powerful technique in garden border design that you can easily apply to your own garden.
Summer picnic meadow heaven has been created in these spectacular English Gardens and we give you the low down on why meadow-style planting is so popular.
12 of the Best Garden Border Planting Design Tips To Give Your Backyard Beds The Wow Factor.
how to design a garden
Part 2 of our Patio Design Guide walks you through the process of planning your patio. What are you waiting for?!
If you have any desire to sit outside in your garden, no matter how large or tiny, a thoughtful patio design will make all the difference.
Raised beds are fantastic in modern gardens, so don’t think they are just for allotments! Here we take you through why we love raised beds, how to design them and how to choose the best styles for your garden and budget.
Planning your garden with a specific style in mind creates a more harmonious place that is easy to live with. Start here to plan your unique modern garden style.
Water features in gardens can be used to evoke senses of calm, cool or excitement. We showcase 16 different options you could use!
Outdoor Living Rooms are the perfect solution for busy modern lifestyles. We explain the key elements of an outdoor room and how to start planning one at home.
Are you thinking of revamping your garden and turning it into a more usable space? We start the process of demystifying garden design for you right here!
We explain how adding a pergola can create the feeling of intimacy and privacy in your garden.
Actionable small garden design ideas and tips from top designers. We show you how to use them at home.
Don’t let the cooler evenings keep you indoors! A Fire Pit is Our Outdoor Living No. 1 Must-Have For Gardens in Cooler Climates. Here are 8 fun reasons why…
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