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Garden Design Showcase - A garden for entertaining
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2011-09-14T08:57:47.000Z
2011-09-14T08:57:47.000Z
Oakleigh Manor Ltd
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<div><p>The objective was to create a garden with space to entertain and enjoy. Existing beds needed retaining and a shed was required. Privacy to the south was important, as was a degree of order and ease of maintenance.</p><p>The solution is based around a strong control axis layout, focussing in a circular lawn with water feature, between a generous new patio and secret garden beyond an informed hedge. Here are the practical needs of greenhouse, shed and compost bin.</p><p>New oak sleepers create affordable long-lived retaining walls, whilst trellis panels help divide the garden into intimate areas. Borders are clearer, planted with a bold mix of evergreens for year round structure. Deciduous shrubs and perennials add seasonal variation & interest. The water feature adds sound and movement to the heart of the garden. A new seat at the top of the axis brings a fresh perspective on hot days.</p><p><strong>Planting scheme </strong></p><p>The client had a particular love of variegated plants and Photiuia. This will influence the planting scheme.</p><p>Two ornimental small trees with add great seasonal interest. Malus ‘Lemoinei’ with striking leaf colour in Spring & Autumn as well as blossom, and Cornus Alternifolio Agented, a stunning variegated tree.</p><p>Plans around the patio will be soft & scented and flowers that attract bees & bird life will be favoured.</p><p> </p><p><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://oakleighmanor.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Gillian-Higgs.jpg"><img class="align-center" src="http://oakleighmanor.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Gillian-Higgs.jpg"/></a></p><p> </p><p>Article from the Oakleigh Manor Blog - <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.oakleighmanor.co.uk/blog">oakleighmanor.co.uk/blog</a></p><p> </p><p>Text and drawing © <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.oakleighmanor.co.uk">Oakleigh Manor Ltd</a> All rights reserved 2011 </p><p> </p></div>