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  • A small west London garden with a clever planting palette

    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…

  • Clever design tricks to make your tiny garden seem much bigger this sp

    There are ways to make a small garden feel bigger (Image: Getty) As the days grow longer and warmer weather beckons, many of us look forward to unwinding in our gardens. However, for those with limited outdoor space, creating a serene oasis can be challenging. But design expert Ivana Agustina says even the smallest of…

  • How to make a small backyard look bigger: 10 clever ideas

    If you’re looking for ideas on how to make a small backyard look bigger we have plenty of clever and creative tricks to inspire you. Although your small backyard might be limited in scale the good news is it still offers endless potential to create an interesting and vibrant space. The key to success is…

  • Garden decking ideas โ€“ 32 clever ways to deck your garden

    Summer is almost here, and itโ€™s time to get our garden decking ideas in order for the warmer months ahead. Whether youโ€™re looking for ways to edge your decking or youโ€™re on the hunt for some covered deck ideas, thereโ€™s plenty of inspiration to be had when it comes to this coveted outdoor living feature.…