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Professional landscaping vs DIY

Maybe you dream of having your unloved and unkempt garden completely revamped? Or do you long for lush flower-filled borders and perennial planting that ensures your garden looks just as good in the depths of winter as it does in summertime? Then it could be worth enlisting the help of a garden landscaper to help make your dreams a reality.

Many people might be put off by the idea of spending money on their outside space, especially with the current costs of living tightening our belts. But you don’t need an enormous budget to achieve great results, because garden design and landscaping can be affordable for all – you just need to know what you’re looking for and how much of the work – if any – you are able and willing to do yourself.

WHAT EXACTLY IS GARDEN LANDSCAPING?

‘In the US, a lot of garden and landscape designers describe themselves as “exterior designers”,).

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