From Blooming Bairns to Beautiful Places: How Community Gardening Shapes the Future of Design
When I first wrote about the gardening work I do with the Blooming Bairns for the Falkirk Herald, the group had been working in the town centre for just over a year. We are a group of volunteers working with Falkirk Delivers to help with community gardening in Falkirk and transform the town centre, and […]
Finding the Perfect Garden Designer Near You: Tips for Transforming Your Outdoor Space
Imagine stepping into a garden that feels like a personal retreat, a space that reflects your interests in attracting wildlife and enhances your outdoor lifestyle. Whether you dream of lush greenery, vibrant flowers, or a serene seating area, finding the perfect garden designer near you can transform empty space into a beautiful space filled with […]
Bringing Wildlife Back Into Your Garden: A Scottish Guide to Natural Design
Bringing Wildlife Back Into Your Garden Often, a new garden design project starts with a blank canvas – an empty turfed space, topsoil compacted by heavy machinery or worse, astroturf devoid of all life. What strikes me at these sites is just how quiet it is, there are no bees, insects or birds flying around. […]
How to Design a Garden You’ll Love All Year Round
Most gardens look their best for a few weeks a year… and then fade. The real magic happens when you step outside in January, April, July or October and your garden still feels alive, inviting, and beautifully put together. That’s why I specialise in year-round garden design, creating spaces that thrive in every season. As […]