Before & After
An almost empty border, a low fence with a view directly into the neighbours house meant the owners of this south west London garden called for an immediate resolution. With the rest of the garden already planted and very mature, the legacy of the previous owner, and the new owner wishing for low maintenance, as they knew very little about looking after plants, I had to find a resolution for the border with planting that would work with the rest of the already planted garden. I felt the resolution had to be one using mature and semi mature plant specimens that would grow into their space but would also make an instant impact, they would also need to be hardy and evergreen to provide screening and once fully matured, be happy with minimal maintenance.
The planting was done in staggered layers to give depth to the border. This also ensured that all gaps would be fully covered up as the plants matured. Planting in a straight line just doesn’t look aesthetically pleasing
The contrast of leaf shape and shade gives interest to the space.
The larger mature laurels to the back made an instant impact on privacy
And just like a fine vintage wine this border will grow and mature and become even more impressive as the years go by.
A few pretty, easy to maintain pots with all year round interest popped on the patio adding a splash of colour
An another empty corner filled with evergreen, flowering and scented shrubs to give spring and summer joy as well as all year round interest.
Happy days, the garden is summer ready!
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