What is Layered Planting? Layered planting is a structured way of organising vegetation by height and role, arranged in horizontal levels. It builds vertical depth by placing plants in defined strata, usually moving from ground cover, to low perennials, to mid-height
What is Seasonal Interest? Seasonal interest is the deliberate planning of a garden so that different plants and spatial qualities provide visual engagement across all four seasons, rather than focusing impact into one short period. It relates both to how the
What is Detailing? Detailing is the refinement and specification of how individual elements in a garden are constructed, finished, and joined together. It is the close-focus work that determines quality and longevity; how a step is built, how paving meets a
What is Design Development? Design Development is the stage where an approved concept evolves into a detailed, buildable design. This phase transforms the initial vision and spatial layout into specific decisions about materials, planting, levels, and construction details. It is the