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This terraced garden makes optimum use of a difficult steeply sloping site. With a fall of two metres in a ten metre length it has been divided by interlocking shapes, based on a rectangular grid, into areas of planting, paving, gravel and water.
The use of plants to break-up the brick-work, and containers to provide rhythm
An abundance of planting, with contrast of foliage colour and texture
Looking down onto the middle terrace
The multiple levels are achieved with brick retaining walls and rockwork outcrops, and the wide range of plants provides interest at all times of the year.
Across the middle terrace, with informal planting, water feature and seat
The garden in winter, showing a balance of structure and form
Across the lily pond with containers for seasonal colour on the lower terrace