A mirror pool with the right planting, designed in conjunction with the house, brings the beauty of water into a small space
Much as we’d probably all love to spend our summer days relaxing by the side of our own private swimming pool, challenges of space and budget make this more a dream than a reality for most. But there is something very special about water in the garden and you don’t need a swimming pool or a huge amount of space to take pleasure from its presence.
When Marieke and Paul van Eijk were planning a garden for their new build in 2012, they liked the idea of including a pool to sit by but wanted to keep a large lawn for their children to play on. Their house, which they designed with local architects Bonnemayer Architecten, is a modern interpretation of a traditional long farm house with large windows, sliding doors and an integrated pavilion at the back. Their architect, Niels Peters, made a sketch for a rectangular decked terrace next to the pavilion that included a mirror pool.
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WHY SHOULD I VOLUNTEER?
Giving your free time to volunteer in the community or as a mentor can have a big impact, and also benefit you in ways you can't imagine, says John Wyer
EARTHLY CONCERN
Weeds, slugs, birds and mice - all are welcome on Birch Farm in Devon, where Joshua Sparkes seeks to respect the local ecosystem and mimic nature in his innovative approach to growing
Gardening is good for you
In the first of his new factual column on the benefits of gardening, Dr Richard Claxton uncovers all the evidence-based ways it can help your physical health.
TANGERINE DREAM
On the edge of one of London's busiest roundabouts, Nigel Dunnett has created exciting combinations of drought-tolerant plants for a roof garden that is as unexpected as it is joyful
GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT
Growing your own edible plants is a great way to boost your gut microbiome. Discover expert picks of edimentals that are both beautiful and beneficial
Waste not, nice plot
Designer Miria Harris gave herself the challenge of a no-skip, zero-waste project, giving away, recycling or reusing everything in this back garden before transforming it into a space her client could love
One for all
A new community garden designed by Sarah Price around an old library turned arts centre in southeast London is a treasured space for local residents and garden lovers alike
Meet our horticultural HEROES
Discover the stories of the extraordinary garden champions who are making a difference to places, people, plants and the planet
SHARE AND SHARE ALIKE
In the culinary world, chefs and food writers sometimes closely guard their recipes, says Nigel Slater. Among gardeners, however, there is a refreshing spirit of generosity
Autumn at Sissinghurst
As the garden slips into a new season, head gardener Troy Scott Smith and his team are busy with tasks from hedge cutting and lawn work to bulb planting and sowing seeds.
