Author Archive for Alison Jelfs – Page 2

Garden makeover ideas for every budget

Do glossy garden magazines and celebrities showing off their gorgeous gardens on Instagram make you green with envy? You’re not alone. Having a beautiful inviting garden is becoming an increasingly desirable asset for many homeowners in Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. But the cost of creating a better outdoor space is preventing many from realising their dream. […]

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How landscaping your garden adds value to your home

A landscaped garden can add as much as 77% to the value of your property, according to a study by the Post Office. Outdoor spaces are being increasingly appreciated, especially when they are well-designed to be functional as well as beautiful. So, what are the five best garden landscaping ideas to increase the value of […]

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Plant a tree in your garden to combat climate change

  Trees are wonderful for the environment. They not only look beautiful, they also help to combat climate change. Trees remove carbon dioxide from the air and store the carbon in their trunks, roots, leaves and surrounding soil. A fully grown tree can absorb around 21kg of carbon dioxide (CO2) a year. Trees can also […]

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Winter wonderland – ideas for your garden planting

Even when the weather’s gloomy, your garden can look wonderful. Winter is also a great time to look at the structure of your garden and plan improvements as the structure of plants and landscaping are clearer to see. A successful garden should have a good structure. Adding hard landscaping can link areas and make the […]

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Don’t wait till spring. Get your garden landscaped in winter

Winter is an ideal season to get your dream garden built, ready for you to enjoy in the spring and summer. Our team at Artscape work all year round to create exciting landscape improvements, and winter months can sometimes be the best time to transform an outdoor space. If you have ideas for landscaping your […]

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How to design a dog friendly garden

As Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire garden design and build specialists, we often create gardens for homeowners with dogs. So how do we design a build a dog-friendly garden that also looks beautiful? Here are some dog-proof tips that will keep your family pet happy and your garden in great shape. Safeguard your dog Security for […]

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Create a drought-tolerant garden with Artscape

The recent long spell of hot, dry weather here in the south of England has made many homeowners aware of the need to make their gardens more drought resistant. Here are some of the ways you can prepare your garden for future heatwaves. Choose the right plants Beautiful planting schemes can be achieved with plants […]

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The art of swimming pool landscaping

An outdoor swimming pool and surround can be a truly luxurious space for relaxing and entertaining. Well-designed landscaping and planting around the pool creates a resort-like oasis and enhances the overall look and feel of your garden. Here are some of our favourite ways you can transform your pool into a stunning showpiece. Create an […]

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Why choose sandstone for your garden landscaping project

Natural sandstone is an excellent garden landscaping material for all kinds of applications from pathways and patios to walls and pool surrounds. Natural sandstone has many advantages Sandstone is incredibly versatile and full of character. It comes in a vast array of subtle, earthy colours, patterns, and textures to blend with any traditional or contemporary setting. […]

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Planting to soften hard landscaping

Hard landscaping is an important part of any garden, as it provides structure, privacy and a practical, stable surface so we can enjoy the benefits of being outdoors. However, this type of landscaping can sometimes look harsh and uncompromising. At Artscape, we aim to design new hard landscaping using natural materials that look organic, with […]

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