Woodland

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The Woodland Garden is situated in front of my house, enclosed by a fence, woodshed and low timber handrails. It is a relativley small area, only 6m x 6m with a single edible cherry tree, whose canopy covers most of the area. Two nearby trees: a flowering cherry and a weeping willow, enhance the woodland feel.
(Since 2020, this area is being gradually renovated)

Permaculture Fruits: The fences and raised beds in this area, as well as the railings, include a number of trained fruit bushes: Apple, fan trained currents, gooseberries. They are under]planted with many shade-loving perennials and bulbs that provide a non-stop show from December to August. This is the most interesting part of my garden through winter and spring.

READ THIS FIRST
1. Woodland Garden – intro page
(includes detailed design and planting plans)
2. Timeline of the Woodland Garden

Update to my Woodland Garden (New Plants)!

8 minutes

A brand-new dwarf hydrangea from Chelsea, a clever non-invasive Japanese anemone, and an unexpected eBay bargain. After clearing away the duller, sprawling ground covers, I’m plugging the August gap with five sophisticated new shade plants.

5 of the Best Small Hardy Garden ferns

13 minutes

Here are five beautiful miniature ferns (10-30cm tall) that I grow in my garden. Each is delightfully delicate, yet surprisingly tough. They are all easy to grow given the right location and conditions.

My Top Hybrid Hellebores

4 minutes

The hybrid and oriental hellebores are some of the most reliable performers for a shady garden bed. Here are eight varieties that I grow.

Renovating the woodland beds & Paths

7 minutes

This is a late-published post from 2022, detailing how I revamped my woodland garden. It includes helpful DIY tips and ideas for landscaping with simple materials (timber and dry laid brick paving)

Old Scrollwork

1 minute

A couple of shots of a common English fern as it emerges in the spring. Beautiful.