Gardens have been shown to have a positive effect on stress management. Simply put, they reduce stress. Research has found that spending time in nature, such as in a garden, helps to reduce stress and anxiety. Being around plants and nature has a calming effect on the mind and body. It follows that is assists to [...]
Autumn sees cooler temperatures arriving with deciduous trees and shrubs losing their leaves. Over the years, we have seen many clients who like nothing more than to remove their leaves from the garden floor. While this may be something that makes some people happy, it does not make your plants as happy. These leaves work very [...]
Landscaping? It's that time of year again. Romance is in the air and of course, flowers are traditionally one of the most popular gifts for Valentine's Day. Why not? They can be beautiful. Flowers can have a wonderful scent. It is a gift that will easily fit in your car... Sadly, they don't have a very [...]
A fire pit is a wonderful thing all year round! They provide an incredible atmosphere with a flickering light and warmth that can transform your garden into a night time wonderland. While many people think of a fire pit simply as a winter warmer for their outdoors, they are one of the best mood enhancers you [...]
Garden landscaping can have a positive effect on property value. It increases the curb appeal and overall aesthetic appeal of a home. A well-maintained and attractive exterior can make a property stand out. It can make it more desirable to potential buyers. A well-designed garden can also make a property appear larger creating an inviting outdoor [...]
We are often asked whether we do 'garden consultations'. One can easily be mislead by home improvement reality shows. The first scene shows the landscaping expert having a walkabout with the client. The second scene shows some work in progress. Finally there is a reveal of the final installed garden (big applause!). A site consultation is [...]
Free garden design! If you were offered a free pie, would you eat it? As with most things in life, at best you will get what you pay for. Our work is based on the needs of a specific client in terms of function, style and the physical space available. Depending on how large the design [...]
A successful landscape installation relies on two important functions, namely design and installation. Freelance designers Freelance designers can provide you with a detailed design of your garden which you can then install yourself (a DIY installation if you will) As a result, you would then be able to farm out the design to different service providers [...]
Irrigation automation can be a very important part of a successful garden Most gardens need regular watering to look their best. Basically, a hosepipe is a cheap infrastructure to buy. However, manual watering uses substantially more water than irrigation systems. Irrigation systems turn on and off by water valves opening and closing. These can operate manually [...]
When a client asks us, “I need some landscaping. When is the best time to plant my new garden?”, our answer is always the same, “Now!”. "But what about the cold - should we not rather wait until spring or summer?", we hear you ask. The plants that you install in spring or summer exist during [...]