OK thanks both, it came out fairly easily as you indicated. I'm nowhere near any lakes, rivers etc.
Oh no! Thanks for your help. My beds are full them and some are very rigorous as they’re quite established with thick roots. Right, time to see if...
I’ve just uploaded a picture showing the flowers, looks similar to what you posted.[ATTACH]
These have grown to about 4ft in size in a raised bed. They have pink flowers which surprised me as I only planted seeds with blue or white...
They have a table and chairs to one side of the garden (not shown in the photos). I think it lacks colour and could do with some focal points....
I think something contemporary would look best as it needs to be in keeping with the rest of the property.Island bed is not a bad idea. Also...
My parents have a flat, rectangular, south facing garden with very few plants (see images).I suggested they dig out the borders at either side...
@TettersThanks, you're right again about the plants. Earlier in the thread you wrote the following which I thought was brilliant advice.If...
@Loofah see wide angle shot showing context (the border is right up against the fence).@Verdun Hi, I've added a photo so you can see where the...
@IrmemacYou're right, the border will be visible when looking out from the back of the house. Flattening out the area at the back will take a...
May 2018 updateThere's a long way to go yet but I feel as if my garden is finally starting to take shape.I've began planting in the gravel and...
At the bottom of my garden I have a border which is the full length of the fence (around 5-6 metres) and about 30cm deep.Currently this area...
Thanks everyone for the helpful replies to this thread.@"M" there are 2 raised beds. They are 240cm x 80cm. In addition, there are 2 borders...
My garden was overhauled last year and I now have a fresh start with some empty raised beds and borders that are ready to be filled with flowers....
OK thanks, going ahead with honeysuckle & roses for the arch for now. Will consider adding a clematis too.Hmmm, interesting to see your comments...
Can anyone provide guidance on these specific climbing plants please? i.e. which ones to plant where.I have a metal garden arch on which I hope...
March 2018 updateMy garden plans had to go on hold over the winter months. As we're now into Spring, I'm excited about the months ahead and...
Thanks for the replies folks - based up on your advice I will stick with the white gravel.I think you're right to say it will mellow over time...
Hi folks, I need your help / advice urgently please. I recently dug up the soggy, patchy turf in my garden with the intention of replacing it with...
Update: I finally have a plan in mind for the garden. I've changed my mind a few times but now I have a slightly clearer picture of what I want....
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