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Planting Schemes Designed Just For You

At Professional Gardeners of Nottingham, we understand how important plants are in softening the landscape of a project. The trees, shrubs, plants, and rockery all tie up everything well and help to bring your garden design to life. Our highly respected and trained gardeners are always here to help you achieve the dreams and visions that you had for your garden.

We will help you design the most intricate raised flower beds and give you expert advice on shrub planting and tree planting while choosing the best plants to match your tastes and preferences. At 
Professional Gardeners of  Nottingham, we do what we say. We uniquely treat all our customers with unique services catered to each one preferentially. 

If you have no planting design, we will help you come up with a unique one to suit your needs. If you have one, we will ensure that we work around it to help bring your vision to life. 


Your Garden Will Always Look Its Best

If you're looking at a tree planting or shrub planting options, there's nowhere else to look other than our planting services. We don't work on our own. We network with tree nurseries and farms to ensure that you get the highest quality seedlings, which will turn into beautiful trees and shrubs for your landscape. 

Whether you're building a new home, designing a park, or doing landscaping for a school or commercial property, our experts will always come through, and they're always fully equipped to handle all tasks required of them. 


Once you've chosen the best trees or shrubs, our team is on standby to help you with superior rockery planting or hedge planting ideas and designs that'll elevate your garden to the next level. All you have to do is sit down and enjoy the fruits of our labour. 

Everyone dreams of a garden full of exotic shrubs and extraordinary trees. We'll ensure that your plants are attractive to look at and that they'll have an ecosystem you can be proud of. Call us today to talk to our professional planters and get a free quote on all our planting services. 


Professional Planting Services at Cost-efficient Prices

It is tempting to try and do your hedge planting. However, before you do this, there are specific considerations, rules, and regulations that you've got to consider. A professional service such as ours, knows precisely what plants will do well in your location and which ones won't. 

In most cases, it's best to leave the details to the professionals as they know precisely how to deal with issues such as the acidity of the soil, placement of the plants, type of the soil, and distance between plants. Our expert team will help you get your borders replanted for a lush look and ensure that the shrubs and trees you choose for your project will fit your garden design.


Planting schemes for small borders

When designing a planting scheme for small borders, it is important to consider the existing environment and the needs of the plants. For example, if you live in a hot and dry climate, you will need to choose plants that are drought-tolerant and able to cope with high temperatures. If your garden gets a lot of sun, then choosing sun-loving plants is essential.


In addition to considering the climate conditions, you should also think about the type of look and feel you want in your garden. Do you prefer a more formal or informal border? Are there any specific colours or plants that you would like to feature? Taking these factors into consideration can help create a unique planting scheme that meets your individual requirements.


Once you’ve chosen the type of plants that are suitable for your garden, you should consider how to arrange them. For small borders, it can be beneficial to create a layered effect with taller plants in the back and shorter ones in the front. This will help give depth and texture to your border. You could also group plants according to their flower colour or foliage shape, or mix and match different types together for a more impactful look.


When planting your border, remember not to overcrowd it – leave enough room between each plant so that they have space to grow and breathe. It’s also important to use good soil and compost as this will provide essential nutrients for the plants. Finally, ensure that you water your'e plants regularly and feed them as necessary.


By creating a well-planned border, you can enjoy your garden all year round – from early spring bulbs to fragrant summer blooms and colourful autumn foliage. With a little effort and creativity, you can turn even the smallest of borders into an eye-catching space that you can be proud of.


Planting schemes for mixed borders

When planning a planting scheme for a mixed border in the UK, there are several considerations that should be taken into account. One of the most important aspects is choosing plants that will thrive in the local climate and soil conditions. Choosing native species to incorporate into your garden design is also highly recommended as this will help ensure the health and well-being of the plants.


The size of your mixed border should also be considered when creating a planting scheme. If you have a large garden, then larger shrubs and trees can be introduced with smaller flowering perennials planted at their feet to create an eye-catching display. For smaller gardens, opting for dwarf varieties or ground cover plantings may be more beneficial as they require less space but still offer colour and texture.


When deciding on a scheme for your mixed border, it is important to consider the colours and textures of plants you wish to use as well as their growth habit to ensure they work together in harmony. A good rule of thumb when planning a successful planting scheme is to have at least three different heights and several various flower colours present throughout the year. This will create a visually stimulating garden that looks attractive in all seasons. Consider also varying shrub shapes when creating interest, such as rounded and columnar evergreens or spiky grasses with bright flowers.


Additionally, include some evergreen plants in your design along with seasonal flowering perennials and annuals so that there is always something of interest in the garden even during the winter months. Combine different species of plants that flower at various times of the year in order to provide a more continuous colour display. A good source of inspiration when designing your garden is the Royal Horticultural Society Plant Finder, which includes thousands of plants with reliable information on their cultivation requirements and suitability for different situations.


When you have decided on a planting scheme, it is important to choose the right soil type and conditions for each plant so they can thrive in your garden. Make sure to check how much light each species requires and avoid overcrowding as this can impede growth and reduce flowering potential. To save time later on, group plants according to their care needs so that similar tasks such as watering or pruning can be done together in one go.


When you are choosing plants for a mixed border, look for flowers and shrubs that have different seasonal flowering times to ensure there is plenty of colour throughout the year, such as tulips in spring, periwinkle all summer and Japanese anemones into autumn. You can also add texture by selecting evergreen shrubs or trees with interesting foliage shapes or variegations. Finally, consider adding vertical interest to your planting scheme with climbers, which will provide another layer of depth to the space below.


Planting schemes for raised beds

Raised beds are a great way to create beautiful, productive gardens in small spaces. When planting in raised beds, the most important thing is that you choose plants that suit your soil and climate. By selecting plants carefully and arranging them properly, you can create an attractive and lush garden that is also easy to maintain.


When planning a raised bed planting scheme, it’s important to consider how much sun or shade each plant needs. For example, vegetables such as tomatoes need plenty of sun, while some flowers like lilies do best in partial shade. It's also essential to select varieties of plants suitable for your soil type. To ensure the healthy growth of all the plants in your raised bed garden, pick varieties that thrive with the pH and moisture levels of your specific soil.


When choosing plants for a raised bed garden, it’s important to consider the size and shape of the bed and how much space you have available. Planting too many different varieties in one small area can create a crowded, unattractive effect. It’s also important to consider how tall or wide each plant will grow so you can place them according to their mature size.


In addition to spacing, it's essential to group plants together based on their water needs. Annual flowers require more frequent watering than perennials do because they are not as deep-rooted and dry out quickly. By grouping them together, you will only need to water certain sections of your bed rather than having to water the entire bed.


Also, make sure that you leave enough space between your plants for weeds. Weeds can quickly overtake a raised bed if they are not managed properly and can crowd out more desirable plants. Mulching around your plants is a great way to reduce weed growth while also helping retain moisture in the soil.


Finally, don’t forget to consider aesthetics when planting your raised bed. Choose plants with similar foliage textures and colours so that there is visual harmony in the garden. Consider using companion planting techniques where different species of plants are placed close together because they give each other a beneficial effect such as improved pest control or better yields.


Creating an attractive and productive raised bed requires careful planning and preparation. Start with a clear vision of what you want your garden to look like and then consider the best soil, compost, and plants for the area. Whether you’re planting herbs, vegetables or flowers, raised beds to offer numerous benefits and are an excellent way to bring colour and life into any outdoor space. With thoughtful design and careful maintenance, you can create a thriving oasis right in your own back garden!


Call us today for planting schemes, tree planting, shrub planting, and hedge planting. Our team will leave your site cleaner than they found it, so don't hesitate to get in touch and book your Free consultation appointment.

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