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How to create a cottage garden with a modern twist

If you want a garden that will delight all of your senses, a cottage style garden could be just the thing for you. In this blog we’re looking at how to create a traditional cottage garden with a modern twist.

April 8, 2019 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Spring gardening jobs

Hopefully the spring weather will draw you out into the garden for some fresh air and some headspace. Here are some spring gardening jobs to help make your garden more beautiful this year.

March 11, 2019 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Designing the perfect retirement garden

Your daily routine changes when you retire and that means that you will probably use your garden differently. In this article we look at designing the perfect retirement garden, one that you will enjoy for the foreseeable future.

February 1, 2019 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Vertical Garden Design: Making the most of a small space

Garden design is all about creating 3D experience. Some spaces are so compact that the only way is up. That’s what this blog is all about. Vertical garden design.

January 11, 2019 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Reviewing your garden year – tips for planning improvements for next year

It's December, and the garden is safely put to bed for winter. It’s time now to reflect on your garden’s performance this year and where you could make improvements for next year.

December 20, 2018 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Why it’s important to set your landscaping budget early

It’s so frustrating to feel that your dream garden lies way beyond your budget. However, by setting your budget early and collaborating with a good garden designer you could well afford the garden you want. Find out how.

December 5, 2018 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Case Study: Re-imagining a Wildlife Pond

Many of our clients ask for a whole new garden. This case study is slightly different in that the client only wanted one area refurbished. A wildlife pond which is overlooked by a large picture window.

November 7, 2018 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Garden design ideas to get best value from your garden in winter

Winter is coming and it’s tempting to batten down the hatches and spend winter indoors. But if you do that you are missing on a wealth of health benefits and on some amazing natural beauty. Read on if you want to make more of your garden in winter time.

October 11, 2018 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Using colour in the garden

In this blog we’re talking about using colour in the garden for practicality as well as aesthetics.

September 10, 2018 | by Tapestry Design Studios

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Hide and Reveal; using the element of surprise in garden design

One way to give a garden all year round interest is to use the element of surprise. Find out how to keep those surprises coming in our blog. Create Some Secret Gardens So many people fall into the trap of boring garden design. You’ve probably seen lots...

August 10, 2018 | by Tapestry Design Studios