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Essential November Gardening Tasks to Prepare for Winter
As the clocks go back and the days become shorter with longer nights, the time available for gardening is reduced. However, it's important to find time for it, as there are still crucial tasks to complete in preparation for Winter and the following Spring. Clear fallen leaves Collecting leaves in my E5 garden Create leaf mould at no cost by gathering fallen leaves from patios and pathways, while allowing those on flower beds to decompose and enrich the soil naturally. Store t

Sarah Kay
Nov 6, 20252 min read


How Long Does It Take for a Garden to Mature?
Example of how quickly a professionally designed garden can mature with the correct aftercare

Sarah Kay
May 22, 20252 min read


October Gardening Jobs - what to do this month?
From dividing existing plants, adding new plants and bulbs and lawn care there is lots to do in your garden in October

Sarah Kay
Oct 9, 20242 min read


A lush tropical paradise in East London - my E12 New Orleans Inspired Courtyard is complete.
See my Scrapbook this week for my completed E12 New Orleans Inspired Courtyard. Clay pavers, black metal details and lush tropical planting

Sarah Kay
Sep 19, 20242 min read


New from the studio - my N16 Woodland planting design
My design for Woodland Inspired planting in N16, which seeks to link with the surrounding views and maximise the views from the house.

Sarah Kay
Jul 8, 20242 min read


The Best Trees for a Wildlife Friendly Garden
This weeks Scrapbook contains an article from Forbes Tree Care on The best trees for a Wildlife Friendly Garden

Sarah Kay
May 10, 20244 min read


New from the studio this week - my planting design for E9 Corten Bike Store
New from the studio this week - my planting design for an E9 Corten Bike Store

Sarah Kay
Apr 9, 20241 min read


It's April! My top 5 gardening jobs this month.
With the extra long days there's no excuse not to be out in the garden. See my scrapbook this week for my top 5 gardening jobs this month

Sarah Kay
Apr 4, 20241 min read


Spring is coming! My top 5 gardening jobs for March
Spring is nearly here. My scrapbook gives you my top 5 gardening jobs this month.

Sarah Kay
Feb 29, 20241 min read


What's the first stage of working with a Garden Designer?
I'm often asked what is the first stage in finding a garden designer to work with. The first stage is the Initial Consultation meeting.

Sarah Kay
Jan 31, 20241 min read


I would like my garden redesigning - where do I start?
Want to redesign your garden? Find out how a garden designer can help with this.

Sarah Kay
Oct 27, 20231 min read


Gardening Jobs for October
Enjoy these warm Autumn days with my top 5 gardening jobs this October

Sarah Kay
Oct 5, 20231 min read


Blending Romance and Brutalism - my design for an E5 Romantic Garden
How to create a romantic cottage garden that sits comfortably within it's Brutalist environment.

Sarah Kay
Aug 24, 20232 min read


Recent project update - My E5 Family Front garden - 4 months on.
A revisit to my E5 Family Front Garden 4 months after completion

Sarah Kay
Jul 10, 20231 min read


Recent Project Profile - N5 Secluded Family Garden Design - 9 months on
Revisiting my design for an N5 Secluded Family garden 9 months after completion

Sarah Kay
Jun 26, 20231 min read


Gardening jobs for May
There's lots to be done in the garden this May. See my top 5 gardening jobs for this month.

Sarah Kay
May 3, 20231 min read


Gardening jobs for the Easter Weekend
Want to know what gardening jobs to do over the Easter weekend? See my scrapbook for my top 5.

Sarah Kay
Apr 6, 20231 min read


Key features of a New Orleans Courtyard?
What are the main design features of a New Orleans Courtyard and how can this be translated to an east London garden

Sarah Kay
Feb 14, 20231 min read


Happy New Year 2023! My top 5 gardening jobs for January
Top 5 gardening jobs for January including Wisteria and apple tree pruning, jet washing and Hellebores

Sarah Kay
Jan 7, 20231 min read


My favourite plants for Autumn
Looking for the best plants to provide Autumn colour and structure? See my top 5 favourite plants for Autumn.

Sarah Kay
Sep 29, 20221 min read
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