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These are some examples of
my work. The garden from which these have been taken was
televised by HTV Television.
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The Gardening Team from Roots and Shoots on HTV, came to see how
this Garden had been transformed from a field of rabbits to its real interest
and beauty today.
I was interviewed on the program as I had been involved in the
building of many of the paths, water features and patios. I have also planted
the 'Jungle' sections and continue to be very involved with the ongoing
maintenance.
The Large Pond
Stream and waterfall, created with pumps, designed to look as natural as possible
with rocks and stones, marginal planting completes the effect.

This is the 'Sanctuary' an area of tropical planting using hardy
and tender shrubs and plants to enhance the 'hideaway' feeling.
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Further Projects see
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Stone
pond created to clients outline design, waiting to be planted. The
pond has a waterfall, falling imperceptibly over the rocks, before
bubbling gently back into the pool
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Natural Pond, set in a large garden, edges planted with indigenous
species, water loving plants and pond weed, set on shelves carefully created
around the edges, see ongoing
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Landscaping projects
(click for further photos and ideas)
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Further examples of work using stone and wood,
with some strong planting for emphasis and structure.
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Light detail set into the planting beds |
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Borders and Planting
This is a shrub border, planted to give good winter colour and interest.
The variations in colour and texture keep the interest of the viewer, as well as
being an excellent solution for the 'Low maintenance' Gardener.!
Mature border planted with evergreens and shrubs with
variegated foliage achieving maximum colour for the winter
months, This type of border is low maintenance, requiring just
Autumn shaping and pruning. The foliage of the evergreens
suppresses weed growth, but can be combined with a landscape
fabric and bark to increase efficiency.
Left - border planted to give winter
colour, using some plants already in place and taking out the old woody
specimens before interspersing with new shrubs.
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A
steep sloping plot presented a myriad of difficulties, but the differing levels
have been incorporated into the plan to make an interesting garden that will
develop and mature allowing the owners to enjoy the different areas of calm,
shade, sun and scent.
The other end of the garden has been developed to provide a Pergola seating
area, and incorporate different planting, with clematis and honeysuckle on the
walls and fences. The garden is easy to maintain and safe for children and
animals. The water feature bubbles over
the
stones making a calm sound after a stressful day. The raised sleeper beds have
lights incorporated into them to change the mood of the garde n from day to
night.


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The
Sleepers, Bark and Decking form different textures and subtle colour tones to
enhance the design of this small, low maintenance garden.
Planting is mainly evergreen, with addition of pots and planters
of Summer colour.
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Gravel Steps, set in an archway.
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This design is very simple, the materials inexpensive. It has
been designed with a young child in mind, she can use the hard area for
her trike and to stand her sand trolley, the grass to sit and explore the
texture. The flower beds she can enjoy and plant. The adults can enjoy a
glass of wine!
Below: This was a tiny new garden, solid clay and
builders rubble formed the 'soil'. We took most of this away, laid a small
lawn for the toddler to run about, an area for a BBQ and a table, the
patio has been placed at an angle to maximize the available space, and
make best use of the sun.

Some rich bold planting has given a feeling of maturity to this brand
new garden. This effect has been achieved on a tight budget, it will
add value to any home as well as enriching the lifestyle of the owner.

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