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Beneath the Soil: The Hidden Life of Roots
Hidden from view is a silent, industrious architecture that supports everything we see above ground. Roots are the unsung heroes of the botanical world: anchoring plants in place, drawing in water and nutrients, storing energy and creating the foundation from which stems, leaves, flowers and fruit can flourish.
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Aug 123 min read
Exploring the Cellular Architecture: Foundations of Plant Biology
To truly understand how plants grow, survive, and interact with their environment, we must explore their cellular architecture. The structure of plant cells reveals the foundation of plant biology, explaining how plants perform essential functions such as photosynthesis, nutrient transport, and growth. This post offers a detailed overview of the cellular components that make plants unique and highlights their roles in plant life.
phoebesperrin
Aug 35 min read
Harmonising Raw, Untamed Beauty With The Sophisticated Modern
This landscape design proposal seeks to harmonise the raw, untamed beauty of the countryside with the sophisticated, functional needs of a multi-generational family. The vision is a ‘modern-shabby chic’ sanctuary:
A space that feels lived-in and timeless, utilising a curated palette of cream, deep forest greens, and oxidised rusty reds.
phoebesperrin
Aug 38 min read
Understanding Frost Pockets: Identification and Site Assessment Techniques
This post explains what frost pockets are, where you typically find them, and how to identify and represent them clearly on site drawings. You will also learn why recognising frost pockets matters for creating resilient outdoor spaces.
phoebesperrin
May 114 min read
The Benefits of Controlled Air Movement in Garden Design for Plant Health and Vitality
How Air Movement Reduces Humidity and Fights Fungal Diseases
phoebesperrin
May 113 min read
Key Considerations for Retaining, Re-positioning, or Disposing of Existing Plants in Your Garden
Some plants offer more than just greenery. They bring seasonal colour, texture, or fragrance that enhances the garden’s appeal. Retain plants that bloom beautifully in spring or fall, or those with striking bark or leaf shapes.
phoebesperrin
May 114 min read
Designing Your Perfect Garden: Merging Art and Ecology for a Soulful Home Experience
''A well-designed garden is a harmonious synthesis of art, ecology, and human experience - a living composition that transcends mere aesthetics to become a functional, soulful extension of the home.
phoebesperrin
May 45 min read
Creating a Low-Maintenance Garden Retreat That Transforms Your Outdoor Space into a Living Gallery
A quick and easy understanding of how we combat 'difficult' outlook gardens into an emerald oasis
phoebesperrin
Apr 206 min read
The Battle of Landscapes: How French Order and English Wilderness Influence Modern Gardens
An Understanding of How French Order and English Wilderness Influence Modern Gardens
phoebesperrin
Apr 133 min read
The Architecture of a Living Landscape: Our Design Philosophy
A truly stunning landscape is not merely planted; it is curated through a rigorous, systematic design process
phoebesperrin
Apr 133 min read
Feudal castles - When Walls Were More Than Fortifications
Picture a medieval castle, the first thing that comes to mind is a stone keep rising from a moat, archers ready on battlements, and maybe a dragon‑tossed legend.
Yet, from the 13th through the 18th century, the true statement of a lord’s power was often written not in stone but in living, growing design.
phoebesperrin
Mar 94 min read
Second Flush Ready? Here's What You Need to Know
Second Flush Ready? Here's What You Need to Know!
phoebesperrin
Jul 4, 20233 min read
Unlock the Secrets to Thriving in Sandy Soil: A Gardener's Guide
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
The Natural Wonderland Of Jirisan’s Medicinal Herbal Colony, Located In The Eastern Region Of Korea’s Mother Mountain
Step into the natural wonderland of Jirisan’s medicinal herbal colony, located in the eastern region of Korea’s ‘mother mountain’.
phoebesperrin
May 23, 20233 min read
Exploring the Art of Restoration Through Horticultural Design
11TH MAY 2023 Are you a plant lover or have a green thumb? Then you may be interested in pursuing a career as a horticulturist! Horticulturists are professionals who study and work with plants, utilising their knowledge to cultivate healthy and sustainable gardens, landscapes, and even food sources. These individuals are experts in soil science, plant biology, and pest management, as well as in the various methods of propagation, cultivation, and harvest of different types of
phoebesperrin
May 11, 20234 min read
What is a Georgian Walled Garden - Walkways, Fountains, and Seating Areas, Creating A Serene and Tranquil Environment
A Georgian walled garden is a type of garden that was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, characterised by its enclosed walls, symmetric
phoebesperrin
May 7, 20233 min read
April In The Garden - Five Tasks You Need To Do For Your Garden
13TH APRIL 2023 The pattern of folding and rolling of leaves in a bud.* Different plants use different folding patterns to pack their leaves into the bud. Beech leaves (Fagus spp.) for example, are folded together like fans. If you look closely at the opening leaf buds this week, you’ll see many different vernation patterns unfolding. But why bother in this weather? Here are five things you may need for your garden this April: Prepare Seeds or seedlings for spring and summer
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Apr 12, 20239 min read
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