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If you think of London, your mind will probably wander to historical landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and newer additions such as the London Eye. While there are many famous gardens in London, some of which we touched on in our guide to London’s gardens, there are also some hidden gems that may …
Exploring London’s Secret Gardens: Hidden Gems for Garden Enthusiasts Read More »
If you’re a dedicated reader of our blog, then you will know that we regularly let our readers know about the favourite gardens in our surrounding area. We’ve taken a look at the best gardens in London, Twickenham, and now we’re turning our focus onto another of our locations, Wandsworth and Wimbledon. There are some …
When the new year comes round, you may be staring out of your back window at a garden that looks old and tired. Maybe you make the decision that this year is the year you’re going to change things and transform your outside space. So, how do you do it? Well, you can go it …
Why You Should Use Professional Gardeners and Landscapers in London Read More »
There’s no denying it, London is a very built-up area. There are over 3 and a half million homes in London, but these homes have the smallest percentage of gardens in the UK, meaning finding a bit of green space to enjoy some nature can be tough. Here at the Southwest London Gardener, we are …
Winter is coming, and that means the hours of sunlight we get to bask in our garden are quickly diminishing. Now is the time of year when we get up and head to work in the dark and arrive back home in the dark. While winter is a time of festivity and celebration, spare a …
How to Illuminate your London Garden with Some Garden Lights Read More »
When thinking of London, your first thought probably isn’t luscious green fields surrounded by an abundance of nature and wildlife. But maybe it should be. London is home to some of the biggest and best gardens not just in the UK, but throughout Europe. And the best thing about them is that they’re packed with …
There are plenty of beautiful streets in London. Wander down many of the historic and scenic roads and your eyes will be quickly diverted to the front gardens that surround you. Since the Victorian era, people have wanted to make their home as beautiful to a passer-by as can be, and this has involved decorative …
How to Design and Build the Perfect London Front Garden Read More »
We love living and working in London. Our jobs take us across the whole of Southwest London, and the places we see and people we meet are always a joy. But why is London so great? Well, how long have you got? There are many reasons, far too many to name in this short blog. …
London Garden Ideas: How to Use London to Influence your Garden Read More »
When people think of London, they think of famous skylines, the Thames flowing through the heart of the city, the London Eye and Big Ben. What many people don’t think of, are gardens. Throughout London, there are over three million gardens. That’s a lot of green space that can be vital in bringing some greenery …
Every year around the end of June, our local area of Wimbledon gets rather busy with tennis fans from across the globe. Here at the Southwest London Gardener, we love watching the tournament and marvelling at the wonderful setting for one of the biggest tennis competitions in the world. It makes us proud to be …
Gardening is an interesting job. With many varied jobs and roles within the team, every day is different. At The Southwest London Gardener, we operate in Twickenham, Wandsworth and the surrounding areas of London. So just what makes being a gardener in the capital so enjoyable? Let’s find out. 1. The Challenge of Transforming Small …
Gardening has always been a British favourite and has been increasing in popularity over a few years. However, the past couple years theirs been a huge insurgency in gardening due to lockdown and people finding new hobbies to enjoy. Lockdown and the effects it had on gardening Gardening had been a life saver for people …
Urban gardening has risen in popularity over recent years, and it is easy to see why. It is a practice of cultivating the garden space that is available to you in an urban setting. In most cases, this will be people’s back gardens and can include using planters and pots on hard standing areas, such …
Kitchen gardens are the best way to keep fresh vegetables and fruits coming into your kitchen. It’s increasingly popular in towns like Twickenham. When your garden is truly thriving everything you grow tastes incredible and cuts your grocery bills down. Here are some things to consider when growing your own kitchen garden. The Right Time The …
What To Consider When Building A Kitchen Garden in Towns Like Twickenham Read More »