The Lush Garden Design Blog
Latest news, opinion, projects and garden-related writing from the Lush Garden Design team.
Eighteen Years in One Garden
It began with a small ad in Derbyshire Life. Eighteen years on, we’re still tending the garden of a Victorian vicarage near Ashbourne in Derbyshire.
Chelsea Gardens Look Perfect – But They Don’t Last
Chelsea gardens look amazing, but only for one week. Real life gardens are different. We visit a two-year-old garden to discover how long it takes for a garden to mature.
A Garden You’ll Use All Year Round
Does your garden deliver when it matters? Here’s how design for outdoor living — shelter, privacy, flow, light and heating — turns a garden into somewhere you use all year round.
A Wildlife-Friendly Garden Doesn’t Have to Look Wild
If you’re thinking of wildlife friendly garden design, you need to get the structure in place first. Here are our tips for creating a wildlife garden that doesn’t look wild.
Tulip Mania – Still Mad About Tulips
From tulip mania to modern gardens, our love of this iconic spring flower runs deep. Discover why tulips still deserve a starring role in your garden design.
Do I Need a Structural Engineer Before Terracing my Garden?
Planning a terraced garden on a slope? Before you build, find out why a structural engineer could be the most important person on your project.
Ten Garden Shade Ideas for Your Next Project
Practical garden shade ideas for UK homes, with honest costs, pros and cons, and design tips to help you choose the right solution for comfort and style.
When Your Garden Won’t Stop Flooding: Waterlogged Garden Solutions
Waterlogged garden solutions for persistent flooding and poor drainage. From plants that thrive in wet soil to improving clay drainage and raised beds.
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