Step 1 of a garden design master plan. An outline
- Ignore detail at this stage and concentrate on the basic outline of the plot.
- Add existing features ie the house (and the position of doors and windows overlooking the garden), the garden boundaries, neighbouring buildings and trees.
- Include any existing features that you want to retain because they are attractive or impractical to remove (eg a mature tree).
- Note where north is, and any areas in permanent shade or sun.
- Add features that you plan to include, such as a drive, path, patio and so on.
- Draw and re-draw these planned elements until you're sure that everything that you want is included and in the right place.
For example, any clothes-drying area, pond, rockery or greenhouse need a sunny spot. Dustbins need an accessible but unobtrusive site. Rabbit hutches and other outdoor pet quarters need to be convenient for you and comfortable for the pet - not in full sun or deep shade.
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