Thursley, Surrey This small rural garden in an historic village needed to satisfy the desires of a self-confessed ‘plantaholic’! Plants dominate over hard landscaping and a small water feature helps to attract wildlife. Colour and texture were important factors in this scheme to create a garden that offers seasonal interest throughout the year.
Vegetable Garden – Easebourne, West Sussex A steeply sloping site is not the easiest location in which to create a modern, working kitchen garden. Three large terraces were formed providing areas for vegetables, fruit and a cutting garden. Cunningly-designed ramped steps allow easy wheelbarrow access and a small pond with seating offers somewhere to sit … Read More
Easebourne, West Sussex After extensively renovating a beautiful old rectory, the clients decided to completely re-design the tired-looking garden to make it function as an entertaining space for a grown-up family. The new garden is fresh and vibrant and overflowing with an intoxicating mix of perennials and shrubs. Unfamiliar plants work seamlessly along side masses … Read More
Arundel, West Sussex An intimate entertaining area combines with a garden for contemporary sculpture at the Zimmer Stewart Gallery. Old flint walls were carefully restored and a series of secluded garden rooms created. Each area offers a tantalising glimpse into the next, encouraging visitors to explore and discover the garden. This is a skilful fusion … Read More
Daisy Cottage, Midhurst, West Sussex Plants are the main players in this quirky, cottage-style garden, which is heavily inspired by Christopher Lloyd’s exuberant planting at Great Dixter in East Sussex. Modern materials and whimsical sculpture fuse with vibrant-coloured flowers and subtle textures to create an informal and relaxed space. Glass doors leading from the kitchen … Read More
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire Set on the edge of a magnificent beech wood, this family garden merges effortlessly into the countryside beyond, offering uninterrupted views. Heavy clay soil and deep shade were only some of the challenges faced on this sloping site. Lush planting creates a subterranean jungle for the children and a selection of stylish decks … Read More