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A luscious lawn has been a classic backyard feature for decades, but there are lots of reasons to opt out and choose an alternative. True, a verdant stretch of green can look impressive and inviting. But, it takes a lot of work to maintain such an immaculate aesthetic, with hours spent on mowing, watering, aerating,…
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Nestled within the heart of East London, just moments away from the frantic, frenetic energy of the City, sits this sanctuary of peace. With rich, vibrant shrubbery lining the edges and plenty of space to sit back and relax, this garden oasis feels a million miles away from the bankers and commuters of Liverpool Street.…
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Garden transformations can be seen as something which are only possible given a large budget, but with a bit of creativity this doesn’t have to be the case. These homeowners renovated their outdoor area, bringing their tropical garden ideas to life, by using DIY and taking their time. Back in 2020 Vicky Collis, aka @our_little_doer_upper…
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A beautiful multi-stemmed Tibetan cherry (Prunus serrula) planted near the house provides year-round interest, with its gleaming coppery brown bark, spring blossom and autumn leaf colour. At its base, set among a froth of ferns and knotted cranesbill, a clay water bowl captures reflections of the sky. Alister Thorpe ‘The smaller the garden, the more…
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A smooth slate-effect patio looks streamlined and contemporary. On closer inspection, you can see the same flooring is used both inside and out to blur the boundaries between both the internal dining space and outdoor patio lounge. Soften the look with greenery planted in integrated beds built high enough to put furniture up against it, to maximise the…
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When cottage-core departs from interiors and steps outdoors, one of the first things I think of is a free-growing meadow. And typically, meadows are associated with sprawling lawns with an abundance of garden real estate. However, that’s not to say you can’t achieve the same look in a smaller space. And the key to executing…
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We take a sneak peek inside Monty Don’s garden, Longmeadow, to see what exactly the gardening guru’s been cooking up in his own garden ideas throughout the years – and his plans for when he returns from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. It’s no secret that Monty Don has been a go-to for all things…
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Downstairs toilet ideas: the loo at Rita Konig’s London house was previously the main bathroom, but she has leant into the jewel box philosophy in its new incarnation. The walls are lined with Antoinette Poisson’s ‘Torrent – PP Rouleau’, and Rita even had the ventilation fan papered – ‘I had a brilliant wallpaperer and you…
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With the arrival of March comes longer days, rising temperatures and the first real chance to get gardening. You are spoilt for choice when deciding what to plant in March. Whether you’re a keen kitchen gardener or eager to grow your own cut flowers, now is the perfect time to kickstart your garden and set…
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Drought-tolerant landscaping is top of the agenda right now, with the availability of low-water landscaping rebates, lawn-to-garden conversion incentives, and irrigation grants meaning there’s never been a better time to redesign your landscape using a more sustainable approach. A landscape that has been designed with drought tolerance in mind will include a mix of hardscape…