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Find advice and ideas on garden landscaping to craft an attractive space for growing plants, and enjoying your garden exactly as you and your family want.

We show you how to create a beautiful landscaped garden, with a practical layout with our tips on planning and budgeting, resourcing and building, and developing your planting scheme.

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How to Plan a Large Garden Transformation: Creating the Perfect Garden Design Brief

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by Thames Valley Landscapes
1st April 2026
Reading time 6 minutes

A large garden transformation is an exciting opportunity to create a truly bespoke outdoor living space. But without a clear plan, even the most ambitious projects can fall short. The key to success lies in defining a strong vision from the outset and turning this into a structured garden design brief. This information is vital

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How to Plan a Large Garden Transformation: Creating the Perfect Garden Design Brief
Pool area with anti-slip composite decking

Why Switch To Composite Decking

by Thames Valley Landscapes
27th February 2026
Reading time 12 minutes
If you’re thinking about a garden upgrade this year, something to strongly consider is switching from traditional timber to composite decking for patios, decked and leisure areas. Composite is a strong contender to traditional wood, because of how it’s designed to be robust, safe and low maintenance. All while delivering visual appeal without compromise. In...
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Why Switch To Composite Decking
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Why Winter is the Secret Season for Garden Transformations

by Thames Valley Landscapes
12th December 2025
Reading time 3 minutes

As the days get shorter and the temperature drops in the Thames Valley, the natural instinct is to draw the curtains and forget about the garden until the first daffodils appear. However, ask any landscape gardener and they’ll let you into a little secret: Great summer gardens are built in the winter. While it might

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Why Winter is the Secret Season for Garden Transformations
Mediterranean garden in South of France

Discover Your Dream Garden Style: Inspiring Ideas for a Complete Garden Transformation

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by Thames Valley Landscapes
25th November 2025
Reading time 8 minutes
Transforming a garden is an exciting opportunity—especially when you have the space, budget and vision to create something extraordinary. Whether you’ve recently moved into a larger home, are preparing for a growing family, or simply want to enhance your outdoor lifestyle, a professionally landscaped garden can elevate your property and the way you enjoy it....
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Discover Your Dream Garden Style: Inspiring Ideas for a Complete Garden Transformation
large lawn area leading to landscaped patio area with pool

How to find a good landscape gardener

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by Thames Valley Landscapes
26th June 2025
Reading time 4 minutes

When it comes to transforming your outdoor space, finding the right landscape gardener can make all the difference. Whether you’re dreaming of a lush garden retreat or need a practical, accessible layout for family use, choosing the right professional lies at the heart of achieving a result you’ll love for years to come. So here’s

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How to find a good landscape gardener
WaterAid Garden

Wet or Dry, Your Garden Can Thrive: Chelsea’s Top Tips

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by Thames Valley Landscapes
21st June 2024
Reading time 6 minutes

This year water has been making a splash at the 2024 Chelsea Flower Show. Designers showed us not just how to incorporate water into our gardens as a unique feature and magnet for biodiversity. But also highlighted how we can adapt to meet the challenges posed by climate change. And it’s no wonder gardeners are

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Wet or Dry, Your Garden Can Thrive: Chelsea’s Top Tips

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