Tag: courtyard
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As spring arrives, many of us look to the garden as a way to bring warmth, colour and life into our homes. But not everyone has a sprawling backyard or perfect conditions for planting. For some of us, getting enough sun can be a challenge, while others might be dealing with a courtyard or patio…
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Dreaming of a lush, exotic escape, without upping sticks for somewhere more rural? Then, learning how to create an urban oasis in a city courtyard could be the answer. With the right planting choices, thoughtful design, and a touch of creativity, even the smallest courtyard can be transformed into a vibrant tropical retreat – no…
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I am constantly on the lookout for the best plants for a courtyard garden as I have a small courtyard garden myself. It’s a beautifully private outdoor space, with a mix of sun and shade areas, a big display of containers, a couple of small potted trees, some climbers to disguise the boundaries, and plenty…
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This early-Georgian house in Spitalfields, built in 1717, has a small, north-facing courtyard garden that has become a place of great charm. The space has been levelled and laid with reclaimed York stone, edged with sunken beds planted with evergreen shrubs. Window frames, fences and doors are painted in ‘Grate Black’ from Farrow & Ball.…
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French courtyard gardens are emerging as one of the biggest garden trends this summer – and we think it’s timeless, elegant style will be in bloom for years to come. One of the best things about the start of spring is the emergence of the year’s hottest garden trends as the first buds start to…
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Pulling together the design of a small urban courtyard garden is always a joy. First off it’s a small project that feels do-able, doesn’t take for ever to complete, and won’t break the bank as the quantities of materials, plants and accessories needed are on a small scale. As part of your courtyard garden ideas…
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What makes for the perfect courtyard garden? It’s all about knowing how to work with your space; designing your outdoor oasis in the way that you want to use it, and the way you want to feel when you’re in it, whether you’re spending some time to yourself or entertaining friends and family. Now that…
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Courtyard garden ideas are often a hidden opportunity when it comes to garden design. Yes, they may be small, but they can be beautiful suntraps and become relaxing retreats. A courtyard garden is often described as ‘a flat space, with walls around it’, and while this may not sound like the most inspiring of small…