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Started this discussion. Last reply by Nick Steele Nov 1.

 

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November 8
November 2
E.a. 'Red Cascade' is lovely, but very compact, and slow growing - in a bed that size you'll probably need 3, or will have to be VERY patient!
November 1
Hi there, thats a tough one! Invariable good autumnal colour means that they are deciduous plants. Photinia x fraseri ' Red Robin' has nice red and green leaves and is a popular shrub(medium too large) that can be trained as a standard, (could be ...
November 1
It is a really nice plant, but the berries are harmful if eaten, - just in case they have very young children.
November 1
Thanks all some great suggestions. The bed in 1m 80 long and 1m 60 wide. I think I will go with the Euonymus Red Cascade because of its brilliant autumn colour and pretty berry's. Thank you for all your help.
November 1
750 mm is a fair root depth for many shrubs, what is the width of the bed?
November 1
Pieris japonica has something to offer all year round. It will grow in large tubs/pots so the root issue will not be a problem. Just make sure you add ericaceous compost. The leaves are not enormous either, which might make a difference in a small...
October 31

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Shadows
First Name:
Shadow
Surname:
Jewers-Hall
Telephone:
01692 535673
Email:
shadow@shadowstopiaryhire.co.uk
Website:
http://www.shadowstopiaryhire.co.uk
About Me:
I have been passionate about plants and gardens for longer than I can remember and after studying art and design for several years it was a natural progression to combine the two interests.
I worked for three years as plants woman at a local garden centre and since leaving have developed my own business designing and maintaining gardens.
I have since expanded the business to include topiary hire and Interior landscaping.
Recognising the increasing need for formal qualifications, in order to provide the best services for my clients, I have returned to college to continue my professional development. I am currently studying towards my garden design diploma having previously studied at the Norwich School of Art and Design.
Your Blog
http://shadowsgardendesign.blogspot.com/
What is your profession i.e. Landscaping, gardening, greenkeeping - other
Garden Design, Topiary Hire and Interior Landscaping
If you are a professional gardener, landscaper or garden designer, list the services or special skills that you have
Garden Design, Planting schemes, Eco and sustainable solutions, Plant sourcing, Topiary Hire, Green roof, Interior Landscaping and Garden Staging.
Are you a member of any professional Associations - BALI, APL AoLD SGD
APL
How did you find this site?
I was invited to join

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How to make a wildflower meadow

There have been several discussions on this topic so I thought I would add my methods.

A wildflower meadow or lawn can be a beautiful addition to any garden. No matter what the size of your garden it is possible to create a wildflower area.
As well as being pretty to look at the flowers used provide an important habitat for many species of insects and small mammals which in turn contribute to the food chain.
A wildflower meadow or lawn looks wonderful but they can be difficult to establish. Fir… Continue

Posted on June 13, 2009 at 10:04am — 1 Comment

Shadow Jewers-Hall

The much maligned dandelion

Dandelions are viewed by most gardeners as a nuisance, destroying lawns and something that needs to be eradicated by careful extraction or systemic weedkillers.


These much maligned flowers are a reletive of the sunflower and with control can be a welcome edition to your garden.
To control the spread, once established, remove of the flowers once faded (dead head), this will prevent the production of seed and promote the production of more blooms.
As any viewer of the Chelsea flower show coverag… Continue

Posted on May 26, 2009 at 10:00am — 8 Comments

Shadow Jewers-Hall

Skip Diving

Yesterday I discovered just how fun skip diving can be. Ive always loved a freebie and used to enjoy taking home the plants, from the garden centre, that where going to be thrown out and bringing them back from the brink.
Since leaving that job I havent had the oppurtunity to go looking for unwanted goodies until yesterday.

Ive made some great conections at my local garden centre and was allowed to route through their discarded bits. All these things are completely useless to them but like litt… Continue

Posted on April 25, 2009 at 10:09am —

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Show gardens and children do mix

Well May is nearly on us and its time to put pen to paper and let everyone know how the Sandringham show garden is progressing.

So far it has been going slowly, as have I, trying to walk when your in the latter stages of pregnancy is difficult enough let alone trying to pull apart large heavy wooden pallets. Despite this I have managed to construct several areas of the garden as well as securing donations of wood chip from MJ Tree services who do the tree work for Sandringham (I didn't know thi… Continue

Posted on April 20, 2009 at 10:30am —

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Sandringham Flower Show

Yeah, really pleased to say that I have been invited to design and build an 8mx8m show garden for Sandringham flower show this year (2009). This is my local show and is a lot more relaxed than the RHS shows but it is judged by Chris Beardshaw and Alan Mason so no slacking.

So after much tweaking of my design plan now all I have to do is find sponsors for the loan of plants and supplies. The biggest challenge being 40 UK standard size wooden pallets, I know this may sound stange but all will bec… Continue

Posted on January 23, 2009 at 10:34am — 3 Comments

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At 10:19am on January 14, 2009, Philip Voice said…
Hi Shadow (that's not your real name is it ;-0))

Welcome to our friendly networking site for anyone working in the horticulture and landscaping industries.

I hope that you find it interesting and worthwhile and a benefit to you and your business.

Please take a few moments to read the page welcoming new members.

Kind regards


Phil Voice
At 1:14pm on February 12, 2009, Helen Gazeley said…
Hi, Shadow
Thank you for adding me to your list of friends.
Helen
At 4:34pm on March 30, 2009, chris nangle said…
good luck with the show mate
regards chris
At 12:05pm on April 25, 2009, Big Dig Groundworks said…
I am intrigued, what do you call 'interior landscaping' is that different form interior design?
At 6:26pm on April 25, 2009, Big Dig Groundworks said…
Thanks for the comment about my work. I try to create something different every time.
You have now opened my eyes I didnt realise people would hire in plants and features for their interiors. I hope business is good for you and keeping you busy.
Hope things are working out for you for the show too.
At 6:32pm on May 6, 2009, Cat Fereday said…
Hi. Thanks for linking up - hope the site is proving useful.... it's a really great place!
At 6:26pm on June 7, 2009, Shaun said…
Hi Shadow,
Many thanks for your interest. At the moment I’m very busy and I don’t have a free spot until early August. I do cover most of England but with added costs. My cost varies from £35 per image up to £275 if it’s an aerial shoot. I don’t know of anyone in Norfolk but I’m sure Google will help you.
Shaun
At 7:40pm on June 9, 2009, crowe garden design said…
Looking forward to meeting you at this year's Sandringham flower show, have we met before, how will I know who you are if we have not, will you have a copy of The Times under your arm?
At 1:01am on June 10, 2009, pete said…
Hi Shadow, firstly I am sorry I clogged up your home page while trying to upload those pics on the dandelion post, I'm still learning. (and I'm doing it again I've just found out, sorry) - and thanx for the friends invite. Notice you do interior landscape, Karen and me did two floors of offices for a couple of years - couldn't believe the state of the plants when we first saw them - half of them drowning, half of them bone dry and the guy had spent a fortune buying initially. Along the windowsills were some type of spathiphylum in fancy 4" diameter long toms, £20 for just the pots. A monster of a ficus benjamina (in his office) which we decided to repot then seriously prune so it wouldn't ruin the ceiling. We ditched most of the plants and got some cracking 6 footers straight from Holland at Tesco for £20 each - Devil's Ivy, Dragon trees, Rubber plants etc, we didn't do too well with the Yuccas, but I don't think they were very well rooted to start with. We were enjoying this occasional better paid misting and pampering break from the outdoor work until the bloke went into liquidation and that was the end of that. - I'd have liked to learn more --- self watering systems etc.
RE your confused post Shadow as I'm sure you must have thought, - you don't need him - and if he's not up-front with you, you don't want him. Pete.
At 11:11am on June 10, 2009, crowe garden design said…
Plan, plan, plan and then plan some more, when you think you have done enough planning, take a break for an hour or so and then start some more planning.

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