Garden Planning Guide
Designing and creating your new build garden from scratch — landscaping, planting, structures and budget planning.
About This Resource
A comprehensive garden planning guide for new build homes: understanding your starting point (what developers provide, soil assessment, orientation and aspect), planning your design (zones for dining, play, planting, relaxation — scale drawing guidance), hard landscaping (patios, decking, paths, raised beds, fencing, drainage solutions), soft landscaping (soil improvement for compacted new build soil, plant selection, lawn establishment, hedging and screening), garden structures (sheds, summer houses, garden offices — building regs and covenants), new build specific considerations (developer restrictions, easements, NHBC warranty implications), and budget planning with phased approach and cost guide.
What's Included
- New build soil assessment
- Zone-based design planning
- Hard & soft landscaping
- Developer covenant guidance
- Budget planning with costs
Who Is This For?
New build homeowners starting with a blank garden who want a structured plan for creating their outdoor space from scratch.