This project was my first after moving up to Aberdeenshire. A lovely family with three children decided that a more hands-on approach would be best for them. On a weekly basis, I worked alongside them, with my youngest strapped to my back, and explained them different techniques as we were working in the garden.

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Plants from their own garden were used to propagate enough for a new, large border. A hedge was planted. A small foraging tree border to give all year around interest as well as fruit was designed and planted. A tree telescope - an idea they had wanted to put into place - was another key feature of this fun family garden.

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As work progressed, the family decided to boldly excavate a large area in their garden and hold the soil back with a stunning, 30m long dry stone dyke. I can't wait to see the result. It has given so much more light and created a private, sheltered area for the family to hang out. While using local, natural materials that provide shelter for an entire range of animals. 

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BUDGET RANGE HARD LANDSCAPING: £15-£20K

BUDGET RANGE SOFT LANDSCAPING: £2-£5K

COSTS GARDEN ALONG SERVICES: £500