71 Garden design Whose Garden is it Anyway?
been no more than a minor annoyance may, over time, have achieved a greater significance. Luckily, it is easier and cheaper to change your garden than your partner. Watching Gardener’s World recently I have been struck
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by the viewer-generated short films and how many of their gardens were un-idealized (in fact, some were downright scruffy); how many showed ingenuity in solving problems – whether of space or materials; but importantly, how many were clearly the result of the viewer’s personal taste and desires rather than a reflection of the perfect gardens that populate the pages of gardening magazines. So, go back to basics.
Ask yourself, is this the garden that I really want, or has it evolved over time to become something different? Is it somewhere that I can treat as an absorbing hobby – or simply a peaceful backdrop to the contemplation of life? Analysing the problem will, more often than not, lead to the solution. It may be as simple as re- arranging the furniture on
he lockdown has meant that we’ve all been taking a long hard look at all aspects of our lives – including our gardens. As with relationships, what might have
by Colette Charsley One of the few
the terrace. It may involve rejuvenating some of the planting. Or it may be a case of a total overhaul. We’re all familiar with the consequences of jobs half-done in the garden, and that includes getting the design and layout half right and then living with a compromise. One analogy I use with my clients is changing your sitting room around. You might find that moving a few pieces of furniture does the job. But if you just address one area – the paint on a single wall or the carpet, you may find that the whole effect makes what is left unchanged look even worse. Most people know what
Relaxed gardening It’s your garden
they want from their garden – even if they can’t put it precisely into words. This may be the cue to talk to a garden designer. A good designer will listen to you, understand your
You don’t have to do it this way.
taste and make suggestions on how to achieve your desired look and feel, but won’t impose their taste on you. And should you decide to take the plunge, remember your local landscapers, nurseries, garden centres (and designers!) are emerging from a three-month hiatus during their busiest period and support them as much as you can.
colette@charsleydesign.com
www.charsleydesign.com t: 01548 581753 m: 07774 827799 Follow me on Twitter @ColetteCharsley Professional Landscape & Garden Design
Creative and beautiful designs for village, town and country gardens
Colette Charsley PG Dip OCGD t: 01548 581753 m: 07774 827799
colette@charsleydesign.com
www.charsleydesign.com
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