Kate Charles

Circular Lawn Garden

A steeply sloping, narrow garden. The design used cures to widen out the space, and generous steps to enable easy access up the slope. A wildlife-friendly pond now attracts a multitude of birds and pollinators. The lawn on clay soil just about survived the summer drought!

BBQ Garden

Built from a ‘Quick Sketch’, this garden is perfectly suited to the client’s needs. Clean lines make the space seem much larger, and the beautifully kept lawn is the centrepiece, showing that even a pollinator-friendly garden can be neat and tidy!

Texture in your garden - native Pennisetum

5 Things to Know About Creating Texture in Your Garden (or Why You Should Love Green)

When we think of garden design, the first thing many people think of is vibrant colour. While colour is undeniably important, it’s texture that truly brings a garden to life, adding depth, interest, and a sense of natural harmony. Texture is the unsung hero, the quiet detail that elevates a space from pleasant to captivating. …

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Binomial - Anthemis ‘E.C.Buxton’

Decoding the Secret Language of Plants: A Look at Binomial Nomenclature

As a garden designer, I’m passionate about creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces. But beyond the aesthetics, there’s a whole world of fascinating detail hidden within the plants I use. Have you ever wondered about those long, often Latin-sounding names attached to each plant? These aren’t just fancy labels; they’re part of a universal system …

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