To Anchor a Wild World : Through the Eyes of a Child with Autism
Designer : Angie Tolley Company : The Barefoot Gardener UK
A safe tepee retreat showcasing the benefits of sensory planting for a child with autism . Orderly planting symbolises the importance of routine . Grasses , seed heads and soft textures engage the child . Using scent , sight , sound and touch , this garden border creates stability and security , an anchor in a wild world .
Express Yourself
Designer : Carly Tong
The interpretation of wild life is through the injection of a vibrant colour palette with the use of complementary colours , after all , gardens should be expressive to reflect our personalities , but at the same time being conscious to provide a selection of flowering plants loved by bees and butterflies . An evergreen structural backbone holds the garden together all year around , providing interest through the winter months . The inspiration for the topiary comes derived from a love of Italian gardens . Ilex crenata and Taxus bacata have been chosen as an alternative to the problematic Buxus topiary .
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Overcoming Barriers
Designer : David Magor
This Beautiful Border creates a contemporary space that is inviting for wildlife . It takes you on a journey of recovery from turmoil towards peace of mind through reconnecting with nature . On the way , a shaded area with dark spiky plants and Corten steel barriers gives way to healing blues , wildlife havens and medicinal plants . Then finally , a green oasis surrounding a reflective and calming water bowl .
Living the Wild Life
Designer : Charlotte Jones : The Northern School of Gardening and Grant Horticulture Ltd Sponsors : Plants kindly donated by Johnsons of Whixley Ltd
‘ Thyme ’ for a refreshment ? Dive into this effervescent border to gather herbs and berries needed for summer cocktails . A lively splash of botanical plants fizz out of the central bed escaping into the naturalistic garden reclaimed by wildlife . Bursting with joie de vivre our border bubbles with excitement and fun had within .
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