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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 08:31 AM
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My garden is a mess. It was a jungle when i moved in 18 months ago, i managed to hack through most of the horrible plants since then and now it is like this. I am a simple guy, dont have the time or inclanation for gardening (I do like a nice mowed lawn though) I am by no means a green fingers. I want something simple and easy to keep - not too many pretty hard to maintain flowers and all that.

My garden is about 19m by 5.5m Here are some pics of it. If any budding gardeners, or someone who can put pen to paper and tell me what i should do would be much appreciated

View from Patio out to garden

View from other end of garden to patio

View from above


It actually doesnt look too messy from those piccies but it is. The ground needs leveling and a new lawn completely for a start.
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 12:03 PM
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 12:03 PM
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Where are you located? What I'm asking is what is your climate like? Harsh winters to survive or anything like that?

PM me.... I can give you some pointers in the right directions. Incidentally, a little bit of planning can make garden maintenance a lot easier.
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 12:35 PM
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Where are you located? What I'm asking is what is your climate like? Harsh winters to survive or anything like that?

PM me.... I can give you some pointers in the right directions. Incidentally, a little bit of planning can make garden maintenance a lot easier.
I would like to help but, climate makes a huge difference in what is recommended.
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 12:55 PM
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Someone is asking exactly the same question over in the UK Off-Topic board ???

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/showthread.php?...threadid=142396

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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 02:42 PM
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My dad watches that UK show called Ground Force - i think if you sign up they pick certain gardens to make-over. Check it out. Google it. They have alot of ideas on the web site also. good luck.
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 09:11 PM
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Amazing potential there! Climate is like Seattle, right? You could create a lovely outdoor room there!
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