Compass Garden Design – Meeting the Challenges of New-Build Gardens
 If you have just moved into your first home (or if you’ve moved from an existing home into a new build), then sorting out the garden may not be your top priority. However, with a little bit of expert help, you can really put your stamp on it and make it your own – […]
Picking the Most Aromatic Plants for Your Landscape Garden Design
One of the ways of making your garden distinctive is to plant with aromas in mind. Compass Garden and Landscape Design have many years of experience in planting design in the south west of England – so here are our top tips to ensure your outdoor space smells good all year round. Plant for the […]
Designing Gardens to Cope with Extreme Weather
Gardeners – and landscape gardeners in particular – are having to cope with a number of climate challenges. Over the past few years, the UK has seen some of the wettest, windiest and driest weather on record; this makes garden design difficult as soft and hard landscaping features have to account for the potential for […]
The Benefits of a Bespoke Garden Design Service
At Compass Garden and Landscape Design, we are proud to offer a genuinely bespoke gardening service in the south of England. But what does this mean, and what advantages can this bring for you, if you are looking to refresh your outdoor space? You Get the Garden You Want The Oxford English Dictionary defines bespoke […]
Top 10 Plants for a Low-Maintenance Garden in Wiltshire, Designed by Your Local Experts
Wiltshire’s rolling hills and charming villages deserve an equally stunning garden. But who has the time for constant weeding and watering? That’s where a low-maintenance garden designed by a Wiltshire garden designer comes in. By choosing the right plants, you can create a beautiful and thriving outdoor space that requires minimal effort, leaving you more […]
Bristol in Bloom: Unleash Your Garden’s Full Potential, Season After Season with a Garden Designer in Bristol
Ah, Bristol! There’s something truly magical about this vibrant city, from its iconic bridges and bustling markets to its secret green spaces bursting with life. But for dedicated Bristolian gardeners, the magic truly unfolds in their own patch of paradise. Creating a garden that thrives year-round, however, can feel like deciphering the city’s iconic Clifton […]
Blooming Brilliance: Winter Bulb Planting Tips for a Vibrant Spring Garden
As winter settles in, casting a blanket of stillness over our gardens, it might seem like the time for outdoor beauty has come to an end. But amidst the slumbering landscape, a secret lies waiting to be unearthed – the promise of a vibrant spring garden. Winter bulb planting is an art, one that transforms […]
Can Landscaping be done in the Winter?
Winter is often seen as a time of dormancy in the garden, but it can also be a great time to landscape. In fact, there are a number of advantages to landscaping in the winter: The ground is softer: This makes it easier to plant trees and shrubs, and to dig up existing plants. There […]
How to prepare your garden for winter in Bristol
Bristol has a relatively mild climate, but that doesn’t mean that your garden doesn’t need some preparation for the winter months. By taking some simple steps now, you can help to protect your plants and ensure that your garden is in good condition when spring arrives. Here are some tips on how to prepare your […]
Leatherjackets Destroying Your Lawn?
Whether you are trying to create a natural, wildlife-friendly lawn or a lush patch of grass, turfed areas can be decimated by the presence of leatherjackets. These grey-brown tubular creatures are the larvae of craneflies (aka Daddy Longlegs) and a number of these species can cause damage by feeding on the roots of grass which […]