The English Garden

Great Expectations

In recent months, few places have been as cherished as our gardens, which, no matter how large or small, whether rural or urban, have offered relief from the strains of these unprecedented times. The rush on garden centres and nurseries over the spring and summer of 2020 points to how much our gardens have come to mean to us. But sometimes putting in a few new plants isn’t quite enough. If lockdown has inspired greater expectations of your outdoor space, hiring a designer could be just the thing to do.

Designers offer varying levels of service. It’s possible to contract one to elevate a front garden, make changes to a terrace

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