Landscape and Urban Design Issue 47 2021 | Page 25

GARDEN DESIGN
There are many different fruits and vegetables you can grow in your garden , including the likes of carrots and potatoes as well as chillies and apples .
Raised bed gardening is a common method for growing foods , and can be done incredibly sustainably by using recycled plastic raised beds instead of wooden raised beds . Not only does using recycled plastic prevent unnecessary pollution , but will provide you with beds that are durable and long-lasting .
REPLACE WOODEN DECKING WITH RECYCLED PLASTIC DECKING While a simple internet search can provide you with heaps of beautiful garden decking ideas , it ’ s important that garden decking is as sustainable as it is good-looking .
Recycled plastic decking is the perfect answer to this problem , as it helps reduce pollution as well as makes having and maintaining decking easier . Only 7 % of the plastic produced each year is currently recycled , so choosing recycled plastic for your landscaping is a great way to help the environment .
Our eco-friendly plastic decking from Kedel is completely resistant to water , frost , insects , fungi and algae , making it incredibly durable and easy to look after . With plastic decking , you never have to worry about replacing it frequently or splashing out for expensive upkeep jobs , as it ’ s made to be long-lasting and maintenance-free .
HOME COMPOSTING Home composting not only provides an environmentally friendly way to deal with both kitchen and garden waste but creates a compost full of eco-friendly materials that can be used as a soil improver in the garden .
When choosing a composter for your garden , opt for a recycled plastic composter instead of a wooden one , as a plastic one fully combats rot , and will last much longer than any made from wood .
LANDSCAPE WITH RECYCLED PLASTIC PALISADES Garden landscape design helps gardens look more aesthetically pleasing , as well as helps to create specific areas for plants and trees so that they can grow efficiently .
When landscaping your garden , it ’ s important to think about the materials being used for both the sake of the environment and maintenance levels .
Eco-friendly landscaping materials , such as eco-plastic palisades for garden edging , are a good alternative to timber materials as they last a lifetime without maintenance . As well as this , recycled plastic fencing is an eco-friendly alternative to timber fencing , as eco-plastic fencing will last for decades without the need for painting , staining or oiling . Opting for recycled plastic also helps to reduce the amount of waste plastic in landfill sites , which can be harmful to the environment .
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