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Recent Projects in Garden Optimisation: Enhancing Aesthetics and Ecosystems
13TH NOVEMBER 2024 As a landscape designer, I’ve been focusing on several projects lately aimed at enhancing the beauty and functionality of outdoor spaces. One of the primary areas of focus has been optimising viewing points through strategic plant placement. This involves the thoughtful integration of texture, scent, and layering to create visually pleasing and immersive garden experiences. Textural and Color Cohesion in Planting Palettes In one of our new gardens, I am exc

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Nov 13, 20243 min read


Crafting Rich Aesthetic Winter Pots for Late Spring Interest
Crafting Rich Aesthetic Winter Pots for Late Spring Interest

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Nov 13, 20244 min read


Hestercombe Gardens and House: A Timeless Testament to Design and Restoration
Hestercombe Gardens and House: A Timeless Testament to Design and Restoration

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Oct 5, 20247 min read


Let’s Talk Mushrooms: Nature’s Hidden Allies
7TH SEPTEMBER 2024 Mushrooms might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you think about bringing excitement to your life. For many, they are simply a culinary ingredient, often overlooked until they grace the top of a beautifully plated dish. Personally, I find it hard to muster enthusiasm for mushrooms until they’re part of a delicious meal, but this year, something has changed. A shift in the seasons brings not only the promise of autumn but also the incredible

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Sep 7, 20244 min read


Phyllis Reiss - Design of Tintinhall Gardens
4TH SEPTEMBER 2024 Tintinhall Gardens, managed by the National Trust, may be compact in scale, but it is undoubtedly a garden that leaves a lasting impression. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the garden features thoughtfully selected canopies, mature herbaceous plants, and strategically planted shrubs that enhance the overall design and historical narrative of the space. Tintinhall is essentially a garden composed of a series of rooms linked by carefully contriv

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Sep 4, 20249 min read


"Company Garden Chronicles: A Comprehensive Look at Design, Restoration, and Maintenance of The Rectory"
The Rectory - Company Garden Chronicles: A Comprehensive Look at Design, Restoration, and Maintenance The Rectory

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Jul 30, 20246 min read


Discover the Enchanting Beauty of Somerset's Lady Farm Gardens
JUNE 24TH 2024 Nestled amidst the tranquil countryside of Chelwood, Somerset , Lady Farm Gardens exude an enchanting aura that captivates the imagination. The gardens, meticulously crafted by Judy Pearce over two decades, are a testament to her unwavering passion for horticulture. Upon entering, visitors are greeted by the stately presence of buxus sempervirens topiary, which frames the original gardens surrounding the house with a sense of grandeur. The harmonious interplay

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Jun 24, 20243 min read


Surveying the Landscape
MAY 4TH 2024 The Importance of Surveying the Landscape of a Garden Before Starting When it comes to enhancing the aesthetic appeal and functionality of your outdoor spaces, it's crucial to survey the landscape of the garden before starting any project. This initial step is essential for understanding the current issues your garden may have, how to minimise these problems going forward, and what the client is looking for in terms of design and functionality. Case Study: 'Farm

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May 4, 20244 min read


"Company Garden Chronicles: A Comprehensive Look at Design, Restoration, and Maintenance Updates"
MARCH 26TH 2024 The flower beds are bursting with growth and the scent of various early blooms fills the air. The vegetable, herb & kitchen gardens are eagerly awaiting transplanted glasshouse seedlings. The fruit trees are bearing an abundance of buds & flowers, ready to be bear fruit. The fruit bushes are starting to show signs of growth, promising a bountiful harvest in the growing season ahead. The wildlife is also flourishing in the gardens, with a variety of birds, butt

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Mar 26, 20244 min read


Getting to the Root
9TH FEBRUARY 2024 Understanding Your Soil's Health Without a building inspection equivalence in the horticultural industry, it can be difficult to determine the valuable work behind a successful garden. Value behind, is often overlooked & forgotten once the foreground is established. Yet the foundations are always the most important element to any success, no matter the circumstances. When redesigning a garden is it important to remember the following steps, before committing

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Feb 9, 20243 min read


6 Questions To Ask Your Landscape Architect/ Designer
31st JULY 2023 As a garden designer, I understand the importance of finding the right specialist who can deliver personalised designs that meet unique client needs. While my focus lies in creating outdoor spaces that provide both beauty and functionality through sustainable solutions, other garden designers have their own specialisms. S P E C I A L I S M ✨ - Each of us has a unique set of skills and expertise that we bring to the table. ''What’s your area of specialism?'' The

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Jul 31, 20236 min read


SECOND FLUSH READY
Second Flush Ready? Here's What You Need to Know!

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Jul 4, 20233 min read


THE UNQUIE MULBERRY
29TH JUNE 2023 Orchard & Meadow: Restoring Health and Resilience "The unique Mulberry'' | Horticulturist Reveals why ''How too much of one species can seriously affect the ecosystem and the break-in that set back years of growth." Amidst a sea of orchards, there lies a unique mulberry orchard in the heart of the countryside. This orchard is unique not just for its fruits, but also for the resilience it has displayed over the years. Mulberry trees are often grown for their su

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Jun 29, 20234 min read


ANT FARMING & SAWFLY
15TH JUNE 2023 I've been on a slight rose obsession this week, and for good reason I've just returned from visiting three restorative clients' gardens in different shires, and I have to say, their roses stole the show. At the start of the season, these poor flowers were utterly attacked with sawfly and farmed aphids, which can be attributed to the ever-changing environment that comes with restoring a garden. Restoring a garden is no easy feat, but these clients were dedicate

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Jun 15, 20235 min read


STOP THE POPPIES
9TH JUNE 2023 "STOP the Poppies! Horticulturist Reveals Why They Don't Belong in Herbaceous Borders." Why We Don't Usually Keep Poppies...

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Jun 8, 20234 min read


UNLOCK THE SECRETS
Don't settle for a lackluster garden - let TTT help you transform your sandy soil into a lush and vibrant paradise.

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Jun 4, 20233 min read


KEEPING ROSES
Five easy steps to keeping roses looking at their best

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May 29, 20235 min read


GOLD MEDALIST
Step into the natural wonderland of Jirisan’s medicinal herbal colony, located in the eastern region of Korea’s ‘mother mountain’.

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May 23, 20237 min read


PHOEBE'S PASSION
11TH MAY 2023 NERD WORD | Horticulturist Exploring the Art of Restoration Through Horticultural Design Are you a plant lover or have a...

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May 11, 20234 min read


RESTORING GEORGIAN WALLED GARDENS
A Georgian walled garden is a type of garden that was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, characterised by its enclosed walls, symmetric

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May 7, 20234 min read


MAY IN THE GARDEN
2ND MAY 2023 NERD WORD | Tillage What to do in the garden in may and what's blooming Tillage is the agricultural preparation of soil such...

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May 2, 20235 min read


A WILTSHIRE WEEKEND
My love of horticulture doesn't stop when the clock hits 5pm on a Friday. Gardens and plants are one of the things that brings me utter joy

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Apr 17, 20233 min read


APRIL IN THE GARDEN
13TH APRIL 2023 NERD WORD | Vernation What I've been sowing for clients kitchen gardens recently & 5 things you need to do for you garden...

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Apr 12, 20239 min read


IS IT WORTH THE BOTHER?
Hiring a garden consultant can be worth it if you want to improve the overall health and appearance of your garden, need advice on plant sel

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Apr 10, 20233 min read
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