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Tight fit - planting design for narrow strips

Tight fit - planting design for narrow strips

 

Many of us have a narrow strip of land, about 1 m wide or less, along the side of the house that we don't quite know how to deal with. A simple solution is to allow Agapanthus or another equally undemanding plant species to fill up the available space. This could quite look quite classy, in particular when the plants are maintained to a high standard. But there are ways to achieve classic simplicity with an extra dimension by combining what seems to be the most logical thing to do with narrow spaces, namely planting exclusively in lines, with planting rounded shrubs in pairs or small groups.

Revamping the front yard to improve street appeal

Revamping the front yard to improve street appeal

 

An attractive front yard makes a huge difference to the street appeal of your house. Ideally, a front garden should be well designed and properly cared for. Over time though, even the best designs require some tweaking and replanting. Without regular maintenance over an extended period of time, the garden will eventually outgrow the original design, and a complete overhaul is then the way to go.