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Best Way to Build a Formal Pool Garden

September 4, 2011 By 0 687

Reflection and geometrical precision are the key elements in formal pool garden. The inclusion of two small pools, which mirror each other in shape and size, provides a rela­tively large surface area of water without dominating the garden, as a larger, single pool would do. Although softened a little by… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Build a Corner Garden

September 4, 2011 By 0 647

Corner plots are a challenge to the garden designer because they generally offer a larger than average amount of space yet incorporate a wide turn. The problem is how best to combine both parts of the garden and impose a feeling of unity on the entire area.

This garden uses… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Build a Children’s Garden

September 3, 2011 By 0 653

Practicality, value for money and safety are priorities in children’s garden, which is one in which children will play. It is important that children are safe and feel safe in their garden and that they learn to enjoy and respect their own environment. This garden is ideally suited to a… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Brighten Garden Walls and Fences

September 3, 2011 By 0 665

Even a small one-storey house has enough wall space for a few climbers, and invariably there are walls and fences throughout a garden that need brightening with flowers or attractive foliage.

Here are some suggestions for other climbers which lend themselves particularly well to walls and fences, with ideas on… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Brighten Awkward Corners in Your Garden

September 3, 2011 By 0 932

Few gardens do not have a difficult corner; perhaps cold and draughty, shaded for most of the day, or where the soil is cold and wet. Fortunately, many plants survive – even thrive – in these places. Here are a few quick and easy ways to brighten awkward corners.

There… Continue Reading…