The first in a blog series on the re-design of my own garden , with sustainability and weather conditions key influences on my design and plant selection.
Designer turned client
Growing your own flowers is hugely rewarding, helps wildlife, is more environmentally friendly, is cost effective… and allows you a justly satisfied smug smile when your friends ask who your florist is.
We have been inspired by the astonishing selection at the gardens at the Hauser and Wirth art gallery in Somerset, created by Dutch designer Piet Oudolf.
We are long standing fans of ornamental grasses and use them in many of our designs. As architectural plants they are wonderful at creating a visual statement with many ornamental grasses bearing flowers for months
Scented flowers, purple flowers, blue flowers and particular markings on flowers – of whatever colour – all attract bees’ attention. Here are some of our favourite plants to encourage pollinators:
Artificial grass was banned at this year's Chelsea Flower Show, but as scorching temperatures parch once-beautiful lawns, is fake turf the answer?
We were pleased to be featured in Chelsea Life and corresponding publications including Mayfair, St Johns Wood and Notting Hill titles. The full article can be read in this blog.
The Alaster Anderson team have returned from a day at the Chelsea Flower Show inspired and excited by a fabulous day out.
Hardwood or composite decking? It’s not a simple choice, and there are quite a few factors to consider before you buy. Here we outline the key considerations.
Soil has a critical role in tackling climate change, and at Alaster Anderson we’re helping our clients make sure their gardens play their part in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Watering is always a challenge, but time-consuming summer watering can be minimised by carefully choosing plants that are drought resistant.
Working with nature every day means that we see and feel the impact that we have on the environment, the team are therefore passionate about sustainability in their professional and personal lives.