What is Mulch?
A Complete Guide to Garden Mulching Mulch is one of the most important tools in gardening and landscaping, yet many people aren’t sure exactly what it is or how to use it effectively. If you’re wondering what is mulch, what it’s made from, and the best options for your plants, this guide will cover everything […]
August Birth Flowers
August Birth Flowers: Poppy and Gladiolus What is the official birth flower for August? At Oxford Garden Design, we believe every garden should tell a story—and what better to tell than one rooted in the month you were born, one that contains your own August birth flowers? I was born in August so have a […]
Spring Flowering Trees UK
Top Ten Early Spring Flowering Trees UK Gardens There are a bewildering number of spring flowering trees uk garden owners can choose from. As we navigate our unpredictable spring weather, one thing we can count on to announce the arrival of longer, warmer days is the glorious, blooming of spring-flowering trees. Just as we think […]
Wildlife Gardening Ideas
Easy Wildlife Gardening Ideas for your own Garden In 2023 we created a garden at RHS Malvern dedicated to giving the thousands of visitors to the Spring show simple wildlife garden ideas. Our ‘Wilder Spaces Garden’ won a coveted Gold Award, in addition to Best in Show, Best Construction and the People’s Choice Award, earning national […]
How to Create a Wildflower Meadow
How to create a wildflower meadow in the garden? How to create a wildflower meadow is a question I’m often asked, very happy to answer and indeed encourage! Small things in a garden can have a big impact and there is a growing awareness that by deliberately leaving an area to grow more freely is […]
Oxford Botanic Gardens Visit
During this wet summer, you might be wondering how best to enjoy your garden during those rare sunny days. The Oxford Botanic Gardens are a fantastic place to visit year-round, offering new things to see and learn with each visit. It’s an excellent source of inspiration for your garden, no matter the season. A […]
Gardening by the Moon
Gardening by the Moon In the age-old practice of gardening, there’s a mystical and fascinating method of gardening by the moon. This ancient method, deeply rooted in folklore and agricultural traditions, suggests that the phases of the moon can significantly influence plant growth. The moon affects the tides so some gardeners believe that it can […]
RHS Malvern Spring Festival
Our RHS Malvern Spring Festival Show Garden Nature’s recovery is at the heart of the Wilder Spaces Show Garden at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2023. ‘Wilder Spaces’ is sponsored by The Wildlife Trusts, led by Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) and its ecological consultancy Future Nature WTC. After our success at the […]
Bee Friendly Garden Design
A Natural Bee Friendly Garden Design A bee friendly garden design is not hard to create. According to the national wildlife trust, nature is in crisis. However, if you have a garden, there is much you can do to help the plight of bees. Private gardens cover an area bigger than all of Britain’s nature […]
Wildlife Garden Design Ideas
Wildlife Garden Design Ideas for the UK It’s easy to forget how important our gardens are to the country’s overall green space. In fact, private gardens cover more ground than all of Britain’s nature reserves combined! That means they play a vital role in supporting biodiversity – and we can all do our bit to […]