{"id":2103,"date":"2017-11-05T16:50:48","date_gmt":"2017-11-05T16:50:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/?p=2103"},"modified":"2026-01-13T09:58:35","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T09:58:35","slug":"keep-garden-maintenance-minimal-with-tobermore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/blog\/keep-garden-maintenance-minimal-with-tobermore\/","title":{"rendered":"Designing a garden you\u2019ll love &#8211; without the endless upkeep"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0planning a\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">backyard patio<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0project or adding some thoughtful\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">driveway decoration<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, the right design can create a space where you can relax and\u00a0unwind and\u00a0enjoy your garden without the constant upkeep<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our team offers friendly <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/home-consultation\/\">home consultations<\/a> <\/strong>to help you shape an outdoor area that beautifully combines soft landscaping and hard landscaping, giving you a timeless garden that looks incredible with minimal effort.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creating a low-maintenance\u00a0garden that still looks\u00a0beautiful\u00a0shouldn\u2019t\u00a0mean committing to endless chores.\u00a0Whether your garden is a blank canvas or ready for a refresh, our specialists will guide you through clever ways to blend soft and hard landscaping, ensuring your outdoor space looks timeless in every season.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During our\u00a0initial\u00a0visit, we focus on two key things:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First, understanding the dream garden\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0always imagined.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Second, designing it\u00a0in a\u00a0way that stays looking brilliant with minimal maintenance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The tempting features that turn into chores<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ve\u00a0all admired glossy photos of herb beds, rockeries, ponds, water features, fire pits, and wildflower meadows. They look stunning on TV and in magazines \u2013 but those images are usually taken when everything is brand new, blooming, and at its\u00a0very best.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Real-life gardens are,\u00a0what\u2019s\u00a0the word\u2026\u00a0not quite so\u00a0flawless?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Herb beds<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lovely in summer\u2026 but a bit of a nightmare in winter,\u00a0aren&#8217;t\u00a0they? Most herbs are tender annuals, waving cheerily in the sun one minute and surrendering to the first frost the next. The result? A sad, straggly patch that demands re-doing every year. Honestly, who has the time (or enthusiasm) for that if\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0not a full-time gardener?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rockeries<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They may look charming in photos,\u00a0but in\u00a0reality,\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0magnets for weeds. Every rock creates a perfect little crevice for something\u00a0pesky\u00a0to grow in. Before long, it can look more like a forgotten building site than a feature.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wildflower meadows<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Brilliant for wildlife and pollinators, but beautiful for only a few months (usually August to October). After that, the whole area needs digging over and re-seeding each year.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ponds and water features<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A small pond might seem beautiful, but it needs constant clearing to remain attractive. As for water features &#8211; they look incredible in stately homes where someone is paid to\u00a0maintain\u00a0them. In most gardens, pumps burn out after the first harsh winter or drought, leaving behind only green slime and weeds.<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fire pits<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They\u2019re\u00a0perfect for cosy evenings\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0trust\u00a0me,\u00a0I\u2019ve\u00a0thought about one myself. But in the\u00a0UK\u00a0&amp; Ireland?\u00a0If\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0too cold, no fire pit will help. The barbecue\u2019s done, the fire\u2019s lit, and\u00a0everyone\u2019s\u00a0politely shivering, secretly wishing they were indoors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"blogInArticleCTA\">\n        \n        <div class=\"blogInArticleCTA__Inner\">\n                            <div class=\"blogInArticleCTA__Content\">\n                                            <div class=\"blogInArticleCTA__Title\">\n                            <h4>Book your FREE Home Consultation<\/h4>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                                <div class=\"blogInArticleCTA__Text\">\n                            <p>We visit and tour your outdoor space together, offer advice on bespoke garden and driveway design \u2013 and provide estimated costs so you can plan confidently.<\/p>\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"blogInArticleCTA__Button\">\n                    <a class=\"btn btn-primary btn-lg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/home-consultation\/\" target=\"\">Book your FREE Home Consultation<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n            <\/section>\n\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What does work for a low-maintenance garden?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Don\u2019t\u00a0worry &#8211; this\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0mean you\u00a0can\u2019t\u00a0have a stunning outdoor space. This guide shows you how to create a beautiful garden without breaking your back. Rather than chasing fleeting trends, the key is a timeless design that\u00a0thoughtfully combines\u00a0hard and soft\u00a0landscaping &#8211;\u00a0a\u00a0garden that looks wonderful in every season and requires minimal upkeep.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are a few reliable alternatives:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A classic bird bath<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Swap the pond or fountain for a stone bird bath on a plinth.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0elegant,\u00a0eye-catching\u00a0and brilliant for wildlife\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0with\u00a0none of the heavy upkeep.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Potted herbs<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you love cooking with fresh herbs, plant them in a large pot near the kitchen door. Easy to manage, easy to replace, and perfect for quick snipping.\u00a0Just in Thyme for dinner\u00a0&#8211; fresh from your\u00a0easily kept\u00a0garden.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20167\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20167\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20167 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled-450x301.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-textured-natural-secura-lite-slate-2-1-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20167\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Textured Slabs Natural &amp; Secura Lite Slate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Low-maintenance shrubs<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose varieties that offer year-round interest with minimal fuss. Good options include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lavatera, Hypericum,\u00a0Leycesteria,\u00a0Choisya, Kerria, Viburnum, and Mahonia.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pick the right size for the space and\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0hardly need to prune for years.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Create a spot to enjoy the evening sun<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose a spot in your garden that soaks up the last rays of the day. It\u2019s the perfect place for a cosy paved seating area, whether that\u2019s a snug bench or a table and chairs. For the easiest upkeep, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/paving-slabs\/\">Paving Slabs<\/a> grouted with mortar (minimises weed growth) and laid flush with the lawn. They\u2019re simple to clean, quick to mow around, and effortlessly attractive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20277\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20277\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20277 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled-20x11.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/tobermore-historic-bracken-5-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20277\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Historic Slabs Bracken<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Need Inspiration?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take a look\u00a0at our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/inspiration\/gallery\/\">Inspiration Gallery<\/a><\/strong> to explore hard-landscaping ideas that help you spend less time\u00a0maintaining\u00a0your garden and more time enjoying it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let your garden become a pleasure, not a\u00a0chore.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how you can have more precious time to enjoy\u00a0your outdoor space.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":76,"featured_media":21152,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[533],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2103","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-how-to","tax_posts_products-paving-flags"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.2 - 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