With creative thinking, clever use of materials and sourcing of plants, you can add design elements to your garden that won’t break the bank. Some items, such as below-ground drainage and structural work, are probably best left to expert landscapers, but there are plenty of ideas that you can try out yourself. These design tips are intended to be cost effective, but also good for the environment and great for supporting local wildlife.
Tom Massey is a garden designer who works with nature to produce sustainable, ecological and resilient gardens that support wildlife and promote biodiversity. His new book RHS Resilient Garden (DK £27) is out now.
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