Ponden Lawns and More

07/06/2026

So, last month we looked at the planting to add interest from Spring into Summer, this month we look at the Summer to Autumn transition.As summer progresses, the garden takes on a richer, fuller feel. The stone wall on the east side continues to play an important role, absorbing warmth during the da...

03/05/2026

New on the blog: Garden Design - part 5 🌿 Transition your borders from Summer to Autumn with planting and microclimate tips that make a real difference. Discover how stone walls and sheltered spots help plants thrive as the season cools. Read more: https://wix.to/dbTK7Q3

So, last month we looked at the planting to add interest from Spring into Summer, this month we look at the Summer to Autumn transition.As late spring moves into early summer, the garden begins to feel fresher, fuller and more energetic. The stone wall on the east side continues to play an important...

06/04/2026

New on the blog: Garden Design - part 4 🌿
This month we dive into plant placement — using warm stone walls and the woodland backdrop to create sheltered, thriving planting zones. Learn how heat-retaining walls and house-facing borders can give your plants a microclimate advantage and how to compose layers for a living backdrop when viewed from the patio.
Read more: https://wix.to/em1VbIG

So, last month we looked at the hard landscaping in the entry and entertaining spaces; this month we are focusing on plants.The stone wall on the east side of the garden provides shelter and also absorbs and retains heat, releasing it slowly, so the plants growing close to the wall will benefit from...

18/03/2026

We don't just work outdoors.....
Take a look at this newly refurbished kitchen for the staff at a local nursing home - we installed new wall, floor and ceiling coverings, new sink, hob, units etc and plumbing for a washing machine. A brighter, more practical space for the hard-working team looking after vulnerable members of our society. If you have a similar project in mind, contact us for a quotation!

01/03/2026

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So, last month we made a basic plan, dividing the garden into 4 zones.This month, we’ll add more detail to the entrance and entertaining zones.I’m looking at these two areas together, because they flow into one another, and due to the relative locations of the gate and the house, you naturally m...

02/02/2026

02/02/2026

New on the blog: Garden Design part 2 — choosing the elements that will shape the space: https://wix.to/ZoX22Cd

So, last month • We sketched the bare-bones of the garden, including features you can’t change and features you want to keep. • We worked out which direction the garden faces, which areas are more shaded and which are in full sun. We know roughly what time the sun completely leaves the plot at...

06/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉 Dive into my latest blog where I share my journey of building a garden from the ground up. Discover the importance of observing your space throughout the year to ensure your plants thrive! Read more here: https://wix.to/MhMlJn4

This year, I’m going to share with you the process of creating a garden, from the bare-bones up. Ideally, you need to get to know your space for a while – a whole year if possible, before you make any definite plans. This gives you time to see how the area changes over the course of a year – b...

24/12/2025

01/12/2025

Wondering what to plant in December? 🌟 Gooseberries are a fantastic option! These fruits are easy to grow and can yield berries for up to 15 years! They thrive in sunny positions, but can also grow in shaded areas. Don't forget to ensure your soil is free-draining! Discover more in our latest blog: https://wix.to/YvGZtUJ

Gooseberries are a great fruit to plant bare-root at this time of year. They're easy to grow, and just a single bush will reward you with masses of berries for up to 15 years. They prefer a sunny position, but will also grow and fruit in shade and tolerate a more exposed position than most other sof...