January 2007 and a wonderful
sunset behind the leafless Willow tree.
2007 sees us reflecting on the
design so far. No Garden should or can remain the same year after
year. Some areas will work and others won't. We felt that
two areas of the Meadow lacked interest since the soil in these two
areas remains fertile and the course grasses tend to swamp the wild
flowers as the season progresses. There were no Orchids in this area so
we decided to create two additional borders.
The first border to be created
comprises Prairie planting including grasses, bamboos, crocosmia,
echinacea, verbena and red hot pokers. This image was taken 4 months after planting
and shows what can be created within only one season. Preparation is
essential and this border alone received 12 barrows of composted organic
material prior to planting.
The second border, again on a
section of meadow is shown later in the season. Plants within this
border have been selected for their winter interest having various bark
colours and strong form which can add height and visual interest
quickly to any border. The border has been cut into a crescent shape
which mimics the outline of the meadow.
The following shots show the re-created bog
and alpine planted area. Incorporated into this border is a new
water feature with slate water fall.
Mid June sees the arrival of a Conservatory to enable the Garden to
be enjoyed throughout the season. The area around the new
conservatory is landscaped with decking, Kitchen herb garden and Mediterranean planted pots
The conservatory nears
completion and already seems to blend in with its surroundings.
It is now mid summer and the borders are looking their best and
filling with colour so here
are a few shots showing the rewards from previous years work.
