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Step 1 of a garden design master plan. An outline

  • Ignore detail at this stage and concentrate on the basic outline of the plot.


  • Include existing permanent features ie the house (and the position of doors and windows overlooking the garden), the garden boundaries, neighbouring buildings and trees when you draw your outline plan.


  • Include any existing garden features that you decide 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 want or need, 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, fruit and vegetable plot, 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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