How do you create a beautiful garden in a dry, low water region without needing to constantly irrigate or risk having it look like a desert? I’m going to draw examples...

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Garden Design Takeaways – Chelsea Flower Show 2019

The inspiration for this year’s Chelsea Flower Show (the most prestigious gardening show in the UK) was very much about getting back to nature in the garden. As you...

by Rachel Mathews

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Awkward shaped garden design tips

Having a garden that is an unusual or awkward shape can often feel like a nightmare to deal with. Actually, though, an awkward shape garden is often a blessing because it...

by Rachel Mathews

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Natural Garden Design Styles Vs Native & Wildflower Planting for Wildlife

I’m often asked by people how they can either create a more natural looking garden because they live in the countryside and don’t want anything that’s...

by Rachel Mathews

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Sloping garden ideas – successful landscaping design tips

How do you tackle sloping gardens like these? With severe garden slopes, you basically have 3 options: Live with the slope Terrace it (quickly or slowly) The compromise Whilst...

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How to Landscape Around Raised Beds

An SGD reader recently wanted to know “how to plant around raised garden beds and structures within a walkway border bed and keep it visually appealing and...

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Garden Design Takeaways – Chelsea Flower Show 2019

Awkward shaped garden design tips

Natural Garden Design Styles Vs Native & Wildflower Planting for Wildlife

Sloping garden ideas – successful landscaping design tips

How to Landscape Around Raised Beds