Belinda Macdonald, Shades of Green, Traditional Garden with Differing Levels (FK15)
Styles: Suburban
Soil types: Loamy
Soil drainage: Well-drained
Soil pH: Neutral
Light: Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade
Aspect: North, South, East, West
Exposure: Sheltered
Hardiness: Hardy (H4)
The garden surrounds the house on all sides and although some work has been done in the past (natural stone retaining walls at the rear of the house) lumpy, bumpy lawn and an area of mature trees were the predominant features on my first visit. The garden has now been levelled, and more stone retaining walls installed, to create a flowing space around the house with a new outdoor dining area and a sunny 'sitooterie' in the upper garden. Planting is a traditional mix of well-behaved shrubs and herbaceous perennials, as the client requested, which will provide changing interest as the seasons progress. The garden is being developed in two phases, with phase two taking place after an extension has been completed.Belinda Macdonald, Shades of Green's garden plan
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Belinda Macdonald, Shades of Green
About me
I am a professional garden designer, running Shades of Green Garden Design based in Dollar, Clackmannanshire. I help clients to create the ideal garden for their lifestyle, location & budget. I often work alongside my clients in the new garden during the planting phase, chatting with them about why the plants have been selected and what needs to be done to encourage healthy, vigorous growth over the ensuing seasons.Every garden that I design is different, as each one reflects the aspirations, preferences and needs of the client. As result, my working life is one of constant stimulation and challenge, as I seek the best solutions to the problems posed by each garden I am involved with. It's a very satisfying way to spend one's days! Some of my clients' gardens are listed in the Members Gardens section - search for Belinda Macdonald.
Gardening expertise
Professional
Biggest gardening accomplishments
Every garden I have been involved with, whether my own or my clients, is a major accomplishment to me. That is the joy of garden-making.
Biggest gardening frustrations
Not having enough time to spend in my own garden!
The gardening project I am currently working on
Creating a green roof for my garden shed - pictures to follow!
On the web
Blog: http://shadesofgreengardendesign.blogspot.com
Twitter: sggardendesign
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dollar-United-Kingdom/Shades-of-Green-Garden-Design-Fife-Stirling-Scotland
Belinda Macdonald, Shades of Green's forum posts
Re: Keep off my new plants!
Thu. 1st September 2011 11:06
Re: Favourite Fragrant Flowers & Foliage
Mon. 28th February 2011 19:51
Re: Small tree in a small space
Mon. 28th February 2011 19:47
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Belinda Macdonald, Shades of Green's gardens
- Glenfoot Sloping Garden
- Bonhard Rural Garden
- Contemporary Cottage Garden
- Corner Plot Garden
- Dry Creek Garden
- Garden for Retired Couple in Kinross
- Hill-Top Garden
- Japanese-Style Garden
- Mount Stuart Garden
- My own garden
- Perthshire Farm Garden 1
- Perthshire Farm Garden 2
- Plant Lover's Garden
- Romantic, plant-filled, suburban garden
- Rural Garden near Braco
- Scottish Cottage Garden
- Sheltered Garden-Front & Rear
- St Andrews Front Garden
- Steading Garden
- Traditional Garden with Differing Levels
- Walled Suburban Garden
