How and where to buy wholesale plants in the UK
There is an enormous choice of wholesale plants in the UK. From independent nurseries like Avensis Perennials, Babylon Plants, and Farnham Common Nurseries, to large wholesale/retail nurseries like Hillier or Evergreen. For trade only consider nurseries [...]
Our Planting Design Diploma Book List is by no means definitive, but has been compiled as a reference to some of the best planting design books currently available. Some are now out of print but still current, while others are still very much available. They cover both domestic, as well as commercial [...]
John Brookes Landscape Designer passed away yesterday at his home, at Denmans Nr Fontwell West Sussex. He was 84. This article was written as a result of an interview that took place back in 2008 but was never published. It briefly documents John’s extraordinary career and why his work had such [...]
Outdoor steps are a design opportunity. On any site with significant level differences, the design of changes in level is important for appearance, convenience and safety. The size and shape of outdoor steps in new buildings is governed by the local Building Regulations. This control is mainly directed [...]
Taking part in exhibitions as a garden designer - sense or nonsense?
By former student Sabine Friedrich
Should you take part in a garden design show? The answer is simple: yes, but ... ... only in cooperation with a landscaping company.
But let's start with the 'yes, I would take part in an exhibition [...]
