Low maintenance, accessible garden

This small garden was in a lot of trouble, with bad soil and drainage, poor quality turf and inaccessible planting. The client needed easy access to all parts of the garden and a low maintenance planting solution so that she could enjoy her outdoor space. The wet turf was replaced with artficial turf, whilst the awkward slope was built up with sleeper beds which included an access path in between. The patio sits in the sunniest spot next to the planting where it can be admired. The dominant brick walls have been clad in trellis with climbers planted below. All the plants have been carefully chosen to grow into their spaces and not too large. As access and safety were a feature of the garden, safe-tread strips have been applied to any timber that may be trodden on making the garden accessible all year round.