Revive an Overgrown Shady Corner
Project Goals: The client wanted a soft and colourful planting scheme that would thrive in partial to full shade. Our aim was to: Reclaim and prepare the space for planting Improve the soil structure and drainage Introduce a carefully selected range of shade-loving perennial plants Add definition with modern edging and finishing materials This shaded […]
Lawn Restoration Project: From Neglected to Nurtured
At Clive’s Gardening Services, we take pride in bringing outdoor spaces back to life. This recent project is a perfect example of how expert care and attention can completely transform even the most overgrown and forgotten garden areas. The Challenge Our client had a section of garden that had been left untended for several years. […]
Making Your Garden Low Maintenance with Mulching
At Clive’s Gardening Services (CGS), we understand the growing demand for low-maintenance gardens that still look beautiful and well-kept. Mulching is one of the most effective ways to achieve this balance, helping to reduce the time spent on weeding and general garden upkeep while providing a neat, aesthetically pleasing finish. In this article, we’ll take […]
Meadow and Orchard Restoration by Clive’s Gardening Services
At Clive’s Gardening Services (CGS), we take pride in transforming neglected outdoor spaces into beautiful, manageable landscapes. Recently, we took on an exciting project for a client—a large, overgrown meadow and orchard that had been left unattended for some time. The challenge was to restore the area, making it not only visually appealing but also […]
Keep Your Garden Tidy with Lawn Edging: Contact Clive’s Gardening Services
Do you struggle with keeping your garden’s edges neat and your flower beds looking their best? If so, lawn edging might be the perfect solution for you. At Clive’s Gardening Services, we specialise in installing high-quality lawn edging that not only helps keep your garden organised but also elevates its overall aesthetic. Here’s why you […]
Clive’s Gardening Services Transforms Executive New Build with Yorkshire Cream Gravel and Portuguese Laurel Hedging
Clive’s Gardening Services, renowned for its innovative landscaping solutions, recently completed a stunning project that transformed the front of an executive new build property. The client requested the removal of all greenery, replacing it with Yorkshire cream gravel to create a sleek and modern look that harmonized with the existing architectural features. Clive’s Gardening Services […]
Reducing Pampas Grass
When to prune? The correct time to prune a mature Pampas Grass is in spring. (March to April) Pruning will allow this year’s new growth to get more light. Pampas Grass also known as Cortaderia Selloana is a grass species which can be hard to handle so caution is required. Caution – Pampas Grass is […]
Painting Wooden Structure
The cost of purchasing and having installed a wooden structure at your property is not cheap. Wooden structures can cover a wide variety of structures from sheds, summer houses, arches, carports, gazebos, pergolas, arbours, pavilions, wooden hot tub shelters, BBQ shelters, log cabins. Plus, after covid more and more professionals are working from home. The […]
Lawn Care Scarification
What is Scarification? Scarification is a lawn care process to remove the moss and dead organic matter also known as thatch from your turf. Why Scarify? If you do not scarify your lawn at least once a year your lawn can end up suffocating. Once a lawn has been scarified nutrients and water can easily […]
Lawn Care Overseeding and Top dressing
Overseeding and Top dressing After scarification or aeration Clive’s Gardening Services recommend your lawn is overseeded and top-dressed with the secret CGS blend. The short video below shows how the lawn looked after it was scarified. As usual with our lawn care work, we do a pre-cut of the lawn first. What is Overseeding? Overseeding […]