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Mulching garden beds and the surface of planted up pots regularly helps to protect the soil from high evaporation rates, keeps the plant's root systems cool, it reduces weed establishment and depending on the choice of organic mulch it can help add condition to the soil.

A professionally installed irrigation system designed for your planting scheme allows the water to get directly to where it is most needed, ensures healthy plant establishment and continued growth in the first few years. Watering in the early morning before the sun is up protects against loss of moisture and decreases the risk of disease from water sitting on the foliage over night. Occasional deep watering is of more benefit to your garden than light frequent watering.

Potted plants need far more water and care than in ground plants, however you can often create a different microclimate in a sheltered area and grow those favourite plants you know won't prosper in the open garden.

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Group plants so that the ones that have the same requirements like shade loving or those that need more watering through the summer period are grown together.
The selection of plants for any landscape situation involves careful consideration of three main aspects:

-Environmental conditions

-Design factors/client requirements

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-Plant requirements and attributes

It is advisable to do your homework before you buy any plants, so you know your average seasonal rainfall and whether your area suffers from frost, strong winds or any other major influencing factors. Know your ph levels and soil type.

One way to source some of this information, is to go for a walk in your local area and look at the plants growing well in established gardens, this is generally a good indicator.

If the opportunity arises talk to the home gardener who is usually only too happy to share their pearls of wisdom, their gardening experiences, how often they water, their successes and failures!

When selecting plants for your garden always go to a very reputable nursery, take a checklist, read all labels and check off the plants against this list, before you purchase any. Always ask for assistance from a knowledgeable staff member if you are in any doubt.

-Does it suit the microclimate in the position and the space you want to put it$%:

-Does it suit the function or purpose you want this plant to fill$%:

-Check that the stock has healthy growth, is not root bound and is disease free$%:

-If you are patient you can afford to buy smaller size plants. However, if you want an instant effect buy more mature specimens.

-Is it labelled drought tolerant$%:

-Is it labelled summer dormant$%:

-Does it have grey or silver foliage$%:

-Does it flower in winter$%:

-Does it have thick or leathery foliage$%:

-Is it native to your climatic region$%:

-Is it frost tolerant$%: For many areas this a major consideration

-If you live near the seaside, is it tolerant of salt-laden winds$%:

-Check that you are not introducing a very invasive plant or pest plant into your garden

-Buy for year round interest in foliage colour, scent, texture and form

Winter and Summer are great planning seasons, ready for creating in Autumn and Spring. In Autumn the earth is still warm giving the plants time to start establishing themselves with the rains before the very cold weather of Winter sets in, and in Spring giving the plants time to settle in before the heat of Summer really hits.

A word of warning when accepting free plants for friends and neighbours: check for weeds in the root ball or pot. My free plants have cost me dearly in the past, both in terms of time and money as I tried to eradicate an introduced weed!

My priorities are client relationships, communication, fulfilling the clients personal aesthetic and functional requirements, creating a sanctuary for them to enjoy, a garden setting that is an expression of them, that is value adding, enhances, supports and complements their lifestyle and the architecture of their home.

I offer the following services, which can be tailored to the individual client's needs:

-Consultation

-Written report

-Proposed design concept

-Detailed design drawings

-Planting plan

-Maintenance schedule

-Advice on long term maintenance

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-Liaison with contractors on behalf of client

-Climate compatible water-wise plant selections

-Sourcing :%$amp; purchasing of: plants, garden furniture and accessories, water features and landscaping materials

Your garden can be your sanctuary!