Embarking on the journey of creating a garden in a new home is both exciting and rewarding, as it offers a blank canvas to express your creativity and cultivate a personal oasis.
The first step is to consider the shape, size and orientation of the garden as well as the soil quality. To create your desired garden sketching a rough plan can help dividing your outdoor space into different functional zones according to your needs such as dining, lounging, cooking, and gardening. Think about where you want to place key elements such as flower beds, vegetable patches, pathways, and the best location of seating areas to take advantage of the sun in the day and evening, or you may want to create a shady corner. Consider the overall theme you want to achieve, whether it’s a lush, green sanctuary, a colourful floral paradise, or a practical vegetable garden.
Once you have a plan, make a list of the tasks in order of importance so you can work your way through it.
Making a path using stones or shells is a fantastic way to offer plentiful coverage without the expense of tiles and mortar. But it's also an easy enough job to do yourself which also saves costs on labour. You will need to invest in a layer of landscape fabric to prevent weeds from sprouting up.
Raised borders are a great way to add depth and texture and to help zone the garden. To keep costs low look for large wood offcuts or railway sleepers to construct your raised beds in style.
It's now time to select the plants that will bring your vision to life. Perennial plants come back year after year and provide colour for many seasons, while annuals only live for a year. Over time, you'll save money by filling your landscape beds with perennials instead of annuals. Choose a mix of perennials for long-lasting colour, annuals for seasonal variety, and shrubs or trees for structure and height. Bulbs can also be a cheap way of creating interest and some bulbs increase in number every year.
The RHS website has some fantastic tips on getting started https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/get-growing
You can completely transform your new build garden with outdoor decor even on a budget, lighting, ornaments, firepits and outdoor rugs are great ways to create a space to suit your needs.
Finally, the maintenance and care of your garden will ensure it continues to flourish. Regular watering, weeding, and feeding are essential tasks that keep your plants healthy and vibrant. With patience and dedication, your blank canvas can transform into a stunning and serene retreat that reflects your personal style and brings joy for years to come.
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