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The rich hues and earthy tones of the planting complement the contemporary and reclaimed materials used throughout the space, drawing inspiration from the surrounding environment. The muted tones are interspersed by bursts of vibrant colour to attract birds and insects. In the garden stands a central Corten steel helix sculpture, used as a pergola, for visitors to sit and enjoy the garden, as well as a striking piece of artwork itself. Below ground, innovative construction methods and materials prioritise conservation. The garden is created with minimal disruption to the earth and focuses on soil health and building biodiversity to nurture a thriving garden that supports local wildlife. Award Recognition ------------- - ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/awards/rhs-gold-medal/icon.webp) Gold Medal RHS The people behind it Designer ---------- - [ ![Michael Lote](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/people/michael-lote/profile_photo.webp) Michael Lote Designer MJL Garden Design ](https://gardensdb.com/people/michael-lote) ### Wider Team 2 - [ ![Oliver Dixon](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/people/oliver-dixon/profile_photo.webp) Oliver Dixon Photographer ](https://gardensdb.com/people/oliver-dixon) - [ ![Ruth Gwynn](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/people/ruth-gwynn/profile_photo.webp) Ruth Gwynn Planting Team ](https://gardensdb.com/people/ruth-gwynn) Brought to life by Organisations --------------- ### Landscaper 1 - [ ![MJL Garden Design](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/studios/mjl-garden-design/logo.webp) MJL Garden Design ](https://gardensdb.com/studios/mjl-garden-design) ### Plant Providers 4 - [ ![Hardy's Cottage Garden Plants](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/nurseries/hardys-cottage-garden-plants/logo.webp) Hardy's Cottage Garden Plants ](https://gardensdb.com/nurseries/hardys-cottage-garden-plants) - [ ![Deepdale Trees](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/nurseries/deepdale-trees/logo.webp) Deepdale Trees ](https://gardensdb.com/nurseries/deepdale-trees) - [ ![Readyhedge](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/readyhedge/logo.webp) Readyhedge ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/readyhedge) - [ ![Lindum Turf](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/lindum-turf/logo.webp) Lindum Turf ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/lindum-turf) ### Suppliers 10 - [ ![Landscape Plus](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/landscape-plus/logo.webp) Landscape Plus ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/landscape-plus) - [ ![Allgreen](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/allgreen/logo.webp) Allgreen ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/allgreen) - [ ![Weather It](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/weather-it/logo.webp) Weather It ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/weather-it) - [ ![Modica Gardens](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/studios/modica-gardens/logo.webp) Modica Gardens ](https://gardensdb.com/studios/modica-gardens) - [ ![Medite Smartply](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/medite-smartply/logo.webp) Medite Smartply ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/medite-smartply) - [ ![East Brothers Timber](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/east-brothers-timber/logo.webp) East Brothers Timber ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/east-brothers-timber) - [ ![Tŷ-Mawr Lime](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/ty-mawr-lime/logo.webp) Tŷ-Mawr Lime ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/ty-mawr-lime) - [ ![No More Digging](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/no-more-digging/logo.webp) No More Digging ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/no-more-digging) - [ ![Radix](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/radix/logo.webp) Radix ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/radix) - [ ![Tippers](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/tippers/logo.webp) Tippers ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/tippers) ### Project Management 1 - [ ![Home Spring Gardens](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/home-spring-gardens/logo.webp) Home Spring Gardens ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/home-spring-gardens) ![](/images/leaf_icon.svg) Gardens**DB** The world's largest collection of show gardens online, kept free, kept current, and shaped by the community that uses it. 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