Plant choices refer to the selection process through which specific plant species are assigned to defined positions within a garden design. The term describes both the act of selection and the resulting assemblage of species documented within planting plans and
What is Soil? Soil literally forms the base for all planted garden design work. It determines which plants will survive, how structures perform over time as well as whether drainage systems function as intended. The term refers to the complete mineral
What is the Surrounding Landscape? In garden design, the surrounding landscape refers to the existing conditions beyond a site boundary that materially influence design decisions within it. These conditions include neighbouring gardens, street trees, adjacent buildings, borrowed views, topography and the
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 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