Westacott Gardens - Garden Design and Landscaping, Chelmsford, Essex.

Balau hardwood deck, all in the detail.

The large front garden project we are completing at the moment is moving on and we have now complete done of the key features, a hardwood deck leading out from the kitchen/diner.

 

 

 

 

 

 

We've done many hardwood decks but n this case the client asked us to look for ways to really make the most of this great looking wood. And one way we instantly discussed was to use a method to fix the deck which meant the screws were unseen. After a bit of research we discovered a clip system that seemed to fit the bill.

And having now completed the deck using this method we would certainly look to use it again. It really helps maintain that smooth look and keeps the focus on this beautiful wood.

New design makes the most of wasted space.

We're now well into the final stages of our current garden design and build project. The final part includes implementing a design we created to make the most of a wasted area at the side of our clients house. the brief included creating an intimate area for seating to incorporate a new wood burner and areas for planting.

With the design agreed we set about clearing the space and starting to take the design from paper to garden.

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Garden design - simple but effective.

 
As part of a larger planting job we were asked by a client here in Essex to add some interest to a small courtyard area.  The client wanted something easy to maintain that would work on the patio and against a large white wall.

Having three large modern black planters with tall standard Viburnums makes for an easy to look after solution which has immediate and all year impact.

Sometimes the simple solutions are the best and part of our ethos here at Westacott Gardens is to help clients find the right garden solutions simply and effectively.

Essex Garden Design - getting the most from your outside space

Our most recently completed garden design project saw us transform an awkward space for a client in Woodham Mortimer, Essex. This space was to the side and front of the main house and whilst it already included a patio, the levels and state of paving meant it wasn't enjoyable to use.

So we were briefed to turn this area into a new space for a table and chairs and to create a new storage area for an oil tank and the obligatory wheelie bins! As you can see from the before pictures below the space had potential but really needed an overall plan to make it into a use-able and functional area .

Refreshing tired planting in raised beds.

We're currently working on bringing to life a new planting plan for an existing customer here in Essex. We'veworked with this couple for years looking after an existing garden they had built several years ago. Over the past year the planting in two central raised beds has started to look tired and hasn't been performing as well as the client would like so knowing that we specialise in planting they asked us to come up with some fresh ideas.

Rock salt now available - don't get stuck in the snow and ice!

This Winter we will be running a new delivery service of rock salt. Available to anyone in the Chelmsford and surrounding areas of Essex we can deliver small 25kg bags of rock salt and larger amounts loose in time for Winter.

If you had problems with the snow and ice last year this could be the solution. Get a few bags ready and getting up and down the drive this Winter could be a lot easier.

Available while stocks last so call us now on 07971 404636 0r 01245 604817 for more information.

Essex garden design a case study - dealing with tricky garden levels.

Prepare your garden decking for Winter

Case study: Decking the ideal solution for this garden in Brentwood.

Jobs in the garden for February.

 Although the garden may still be looking a bit drab at this time of year and the weather is doing its worst there are plenty of jobs that can be done and spring is just around the corner waiting to cheer us up. So get your wellies on or jump in your canoe and get out in your garden! Here are just a few general tasks to get a head start on the gardening year; if you need any more information just let us know.