Planting up this sensory garden in Exeter presented a number of challenges and inspirational moments. To engage and connect with people who will interact with the garden it was important…
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Japanese gardens have long been a source of wonder and enchantment. Time spent teaching at a horticultural academy in Japan in the winter of 2006 changed not only the way…
Using pebbles or cobbles to dress the surface of pots has multiple benefits. Not only do they look fantastic but they can help secure taller plants (like this bamboo) in…
Clematis seed heads look fantastic in the low autumn light. While flowers are attractive it is important to think about the whole flowering cycle when working in your garden. If…
The stunning array of autumn colours of Euonymus alatus transforms this otherwise insignificant shrub into a showy impact plant for a few weeks of the year in the autumn. When…
The very phrase poppy appeal instantly stirs emotions in us all. Managing our landscapes can have significant impact on both social interaction, the ‘feel good’ factor and environmental benefits. The…
This bamboo found it’s way into our garden by tunnelling under the fence. Lines of the upright growing habit and the stunning yellow colour bring interest and impact. Making it…
Pruning of this Japanese Acer last year has opened the canopy and initiated a new fresh flush of foliage. The traditional methods of Niwaki (garden tree in Japanese) have been…
Making use of plant fibres in these Phormium leaves to tie them selves in bundles. These sword like leaves have great ammount of uses in traditional culture of the New…
Flowering Cherry trees are a sign of spring in many places around the world. This Devon garden has many trees that will flower in the coming months reminding me of…
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