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Traditional Gardens

5 articles tagged traditional gardens.

Pollarded tree and crown reduction pruning in Surrey

Pollarding vs Crown Reduction: What's the Difference?

Not sure whether your tree needs pollarding or crown reduction? Learn how the two pruning methods differ and when each may be appropriate.

Mekail5 October 202612 min read

A partially built patio showing laid stone slabs alongside the exposed mortar and aggregate sub-base.

Driveways & Patios

What Goes Under Patio Slabs? A Guide to Patio Foundations

What goes under patio slabs? Discover how a proper patio foundation is built, including the sub-base, bedding layer, drainage and ground preparation.

Mekail29 September 20267 min read

A new timber fence panel installed between older concrete slotted posts in a suburban garden, featuring a green lawn, mature plants, and a traditional red-brick house in the background.

Fencing

Can You Replace Fence Panels Without Replacing the Posts?

Can you replace fence panels without replacing the posts? Learn what to check before replacing your panels, including post condition, spacing, gravel boards and compatibility.

Mekail29 September 20267 min read

A small, well-landscaped residential garden featuring compact ornamental trees, a neat lawn, and planted borders behind a traditional brick home.

Planting

Best Trees for Small Surrey Gardens

Choosing a tree for a small garden depends on more than appearance. Discover compact trees suited to Surrey gardens, plus tips on mature size, soil and position.

Mekail24 September 20266 min read

A side-by-side comparison of two driveway surfaces in front of a traditional UK brick home. The left side shows a smooth, seamless resin-bound surface, while the right side displays a textured, granular resin-bonded surface, highlighting the visual differences between the two finishes.

Driveways & Patios

Resin Bound vs Resin Bonded: What's the Difference?

Resin bound and resin bonded paving look similar but are installed differently. Learn how they compare on drainage, appearance, maintenance, cost and use.

Mekail24 September 20266 min read

A stone path through layered planting leading to a brick house in a Surrey garden

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