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Below you’ll find information to help you understand the different elements of garden design and the key things to be aware of before you start transforming your outside space. Find some initial ideas to talk through with a garden designer, including making the most of a small garden.
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What does garden design involve?
Garden design is about more than mowing a lawn and putting a couple of plants in the ground. A good design takes into account a few key elements:
- How you want to use the space.
- The amount of light the garden receives, and at what times of the day.
- The quality of your soil.
For example, you won’t want to put a shed in the best spot for catching a bit of sun, or have a patio that’s entirely in the shade.
A garden designer will help you make the most of the available space, no matter how big or small. They’ll also establish how keen a gardener you are to make sure the finished garden is either easy to maintain, or gives you something to get your teeth into – if you’re the green-fingered type.
Cost of garden design work
The cost of the work will depend on what you’re having done and the size of your garden, but prices tend to start at around £200. A good garden designer will discuss what you want to get out of your garden and ask you about your budget before coming up with ideas.
Low maintenance garden ideas
- You can stop a garden from looking untidy by dividing it into small sections. Plants, hedges, low walls and raised beds give a sense of order. Paths made from wood chips, slabs or bark help prevent weeds.
- Growing plants at different heights can give the illusion of there being more than there are, so you get the look of a fuller garden, with fewer plants to keep healthy. Shrubs, herbs and verbena are low maintenance plant options for adding colour.
- Rockeries and water features don’t need much looking after. Avoid shallow water features to save needing to top them up when they dry out. If you’d like a pond, avoid getting fish as the pH balance of the water settles naturally without them, giving you fewer algae problems so less cleaning time.
- To save cutting the lawn, artificial turf could be your best friend but if you want the real thing and don’t mind doing a little cutting every now and again, slow growing or drought resistant turf could be better options.
Ideas for small gardens
- To create more space, choose similar flooring to the inside of your home when picking the outside tiling.
- Divide a garden into different sections and add diagonal or winding paths. Extending the time it takes to get from one side of the garden to the other will make it feel bigger.
- Laying pavers at an angle to the property instead of parallel will draw the eye across the garden and extend the space.
- Attaching foliaged climbers to wires across areas of your garden will give it an extra dimension.
- Think about growing upwards rather than outwards with a trellis attached to your fence, or a vertical wall made up of climbers, grasses and ferns. A green wall can also help you lower your energy bills through providing more insulation and reducing the amount of heat that’s lost through the wall of your home. When it comes to choosing other plants, pick types that grow upwards like sweet peas and black-eyed susans so they take up less room.
Planning permission for garden design jobs
Planning permission only comes into play when you’re building or installing decking, fences, walls and gates. You’ll need to apply for planning permission if:
- The decking would be higher than 30cm above the ground.
- The decking or other raised platforms would cover more than half of the total area of the garden.
- A fence, gate or wall would be over 2 metres high, or over 1 metre high near a highway that’s used by vehicles (or a footpath next to the highway).
- The fence, gate or wall would form a boundary with a listed building or land.
If you live in a listed building or you have a front garden that you want to pave over, you should check with your Local Planning Authority as different rules may apply.
Insurance for garden design work
While it’s not a legal requirement, it’s a good idea for all garden designers to have public liability insurance so they’re covered for personal injuries or accidental damage to a property.
Questions you should ask your garden designer
- How long have they been working as a garden designer for?
- Can they show you examples of work they’ve carried out?
- Can they give you a scaled design of what the finished garden will look like?
- Do they have public liability insurance and what does this cover?
- Will they give a guarantee for the work and how long does this last? Are there separate guarantees for different plants?
- Does the quote for the work include waste disposal? If not, check with your local council how you would go about getting it taken away.
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Excellent work from Steve and his team - weather hampered completion, but Steve kept us informed and the team delivered a great job ready for our new gates to be fitted ... the pillars look like the original and have always been there and they made a great job of the other works especially the blending in of the drive cobbles
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Hi, my name is Neil. I've been a Landscape Gardener for 17 years and hold a City and Guilds Certificate in Decorating. My wife is also certified in Garden Design. We have two loyal members of staff and deliver a friendly and reliable service.
Good communication and all work completed to an excellent standard. No problems.
My name is Jason Radbourne, I am the sole owner of JR Handyman Services, I am a family man and have been trading since 2001. I pride myself on being reliable, hardworking and trustworthy.
Great job done , Jason worked hard , communication was great, he was punctual , very friendly and worked hard . Delighted with the result - just what we wanted and will definitely call him again if we need help in the garden - highly recommended
We are a family run business for over 25 years with recommendations to back it up we do fencing gravelling turfing patios paths and all kinds of tree work we are fully insured you can also find us on Facebook and see the work with done thank you
Good, reliable and efficient service; even repaired my roof guttering. Would definitely recommend!
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Someone that you can trust, job done as requested.willing to help.all good.
TIGER PAVING & LANDSCAPING LTD Experienced and professional installers of paving and hard and soft landscaping services ABOUT US At Tiger Paving & landscaping Ltd, we believe in bringing together the very best in workmanship, and materials, to guarantee you a service that that is second to none . We strive to offer the highest level of quality and attention to detail, with the emphasis on customer satisfaction and value for money. Our hand picked team are dedicated ,highly skilled with many years experience and most importantly care about your garden project as much as you do! AREAS WE COVER We cover the whole of Kent, South East London and Kent/Sussex borders with the majority of our clients being located between Ashford and Bromley area's. WHY CHOOSE US Each job large or small, is fully project managed from the first call, through to completion, with the emphasis on attention to detail and 100% customer satisfaction. We are fully insured for up to £5 million public and employers liability and carry an upper tier waste licence . When you choose Tiger Paving & landscaping Ltd to carry out your garden project, we want you to not only be thrilled with your transformed outdoor space, but also to enjoy the experience of working with the Tiger Team! HOW CAN WE HELP YOU If you are looking to re-vamp your outdoor space and would like some idea's, and help with the best way to get the most from your budget. Or even if you know exactly what you want, but want to make sure that you are using the right company to come and make your dream garden a reality, then please contact us for an appointment to come and discuss your requirements SERVICES THAT WE OFFER Fencing, Driveways, Patio's Resin bound surfacing, Brickwork & rendering, Turfing, Artificial turf Decking, Sheds and summer houses Garden clearance and maintenance. Tree and stump removal Concrete slab bases FREE ESTIMATES We offer a no obligation free site visit and written estimate, or if you are just curious about potential cost for a future job and can provide us with dimensions and photo's of your garden, we can also provide you with a ball park estimate/budget figure for your project via email. WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA Visit our FB or Instagram pages via our website to see some more of our current and previous work www.tigerpavingandlandscaping.co.uk We hope that our services are of interest to you and look forward to hearing from you! The Tiger Team .
What Can I say !? Nicola, Paul and the team did a brilliant job from start to finish ! Nicola always on the ball either texting or phoning with updates when required. Paul and his team doing the grafting in the garden and overcoming obstacles easily! Great solid new fencing all round ! Will certainly use them again!
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Carl and his fantastic team did an excellent job, relining both upper and lower ponds and the connecting stream. They created shelves where there were none before and made entry and exit to the larger pond far safer. They discussed all aspects of the work with us, listening to our requests. Returning the feisty frogs to the pond afterwards became Tim's job! They also replaced 3 large fence panels brilliantly. Overall, we would happily recommend New Dawn to anyone wanting any gardening and pond work.
we are a friendly family run business. providing a quality job at a good price.
They did a great job, left the place nice and tidy and at a good price, couldn't fault them all would definitely recommend! Was also a quick turnaround from quoting to finishing off the work
Welcome to JM Landscapes & Driveways Ltd, your trusted partner in transforming outdoor spaces across the Midlands! We're a family-run business founded on a simple principle: dedication to excellence in gardening and landscaping. At JM Landscapes & Driveways, we specialize in general garden maintenance, paving, fencing, and decking. Whether it's a residential haven or a commercial landscape, our team of two brothers brings a combined 15 years of expertise to every project we undertake. What sets us apart? Our commitment to your satisfaction. We stand by our work and won't expect payment until you are completely thrilled with the results. Your happiness is our priority, and we ensure that our craftsmanship exceeds your expectations. From sprucing up your backyard to creating stunning outdoor spaces, we're passionate about enhancing the beauty and functionality of your property. Our services cater to both domestic and commercial clients, offering tailored solutions to suit every need. When you choose JM JM Landscapes & Driveways Ltd, you're choosing a team dedicated to quality, reliability, and personalized service. Let's transform your landscape into a masterpiece together.
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Very clean very professional and very polite overall a very good job definitely would recommend them
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Oli is superb. Tidy, conscious, and adaptable. He stripped out the plasterboard walls and studwork in our home prior to remodelling. He worked quickly and confidently and respected our home. Whilst stripping out he came across some asbestos and he dealt with it appropriately, contacting an asbestos registered colleague and bagging it up and safety removing it at a very reasonable cost. We plan on using him again soon
We are a family run business with lots of experience no job is too big or too small many thanks onestop team
I have over 17 years experience in building and landscaping. All work considered, I have a team of skilled tradesmen to complete any job.
Robert arrived on time, he completed the job very fast and was kind enough to provide good advice for future proof of the store area. I would recommend Robert to family and friends.
Handyman with over 10 years experience and own my own building company ZN builders. Maintenance man by trade and have plumbing qualification. Can do everything from bathroom to flooring, decorating to extensions.
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Really helpful people to deal with.
25 years plus experience My specialties are laying turf Gravel/patios/fencing And general garden clearance services also prune bushes and trees Painting fences and sheds Stump removal Gravel areas including gardening and driveways
Very considerate and helpful. Very pleased with the results and I would definitely use them again.
We are a family business that take pride in every job we do we are reliable and fully insured
Contacted early evening, turned up on agreed time next morning. Reviewed job and completed it there and then to our satisfaction; excellent. Thank you.
I have been a professional in this industry for 28 years covering Sandwell, Birmingham and Wyre Forest. Providing a quality affordable service . Specialising in Landscaping (garden design and build) , Paving (block paving , Slabbing and Patio work) and brick work, Turfing, Tree work, Fencing and Grounds maintenance More recently I have been the Grounds Manager for a golf course and bowling greens. In line with government guidelines we are still providing our same fantastic services in safe conditions for all customers and the business.
Did a great job. Unfortunately cancelled last minute one of the days, due to illness, but worked like a trojan throughout. Really, really pleased with the results so far.
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