Outdoor Living
Complete Guide to Swimming Pools in the UK
Planning a swimming pool? This complete guide covers pool types, installation, costs, heating, filtration, maintenance, safety and landscaping for UK gardens.
The Journal
Garden design and landscaping insight
Practical advice, design thinking and project stories from our Surrey studio — written to help you plan a garden you will genuinely use.
Garden Rooms
What Goes Into Building a Garden Room?
Ever wondered what goes into building a garden room? Learn about the foundations, structure, insulation, electrics, windows, heating and landscaping involved.
Garden Design
Is Professional Garden Lighting Worth It?
Is professional garden lighting worth the investment? Learn how a well-designed lighting system can improve safety, evening use, atmosphere and your overall garden design.
Landscaping Advice
What Should Be Included in a Garden Landscaping Quote?
Comparing landscaping quotes? Find out what a good garden landscaping quote should include, from materials and labour to groundworks, waste and exclusions.
Landscaping Advice
Drip Irrigation vs Sprinklers: Which Is Better for Your Garden?
Drip irrigation or sprinklers? Compare the two garden irrigation systems and find out which is best for lawns, planting borders, trees and mixed gardens.
Outdoor Living
How to Design a Garden for Outdoor Entertaining
Planning a garden for entertaining? Discover how to combine seating, patios, planting, lighting and outdoor features to create a practical space for hosting guests.
Planting
How to Choose Plants for a Newly Landscaped Garden
Choosing plants for a newly landscaped garden? Discover how to match plants to your soil, sunlight and space while creating a balanced, attractive planting scheme.
Outdoor Living
What Should You Consider Before Installing a Swimming Pool?
Planning a swimming pool for your garden? Learn what to consider before installation, including space, access, groundworks, drainage, heating, safety and surrounding landscaping.
Garden Design
What Adds the Most Value to a Garden?
Which garden improvements are worth investing in? Explore the features that can make a garden more attractive, practical and appealing while adding value to your home.
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