It Doesnt Have to Cost The Earth by Michael Lote - RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2024 - GardensDB Browse [ ![](/images/leaf_icon.svg) Gardens**DB** ](https://gardensdb.com) [ Gardens ](https://gardensdb.com/gardens) [ Shows ](https://gardensdb.com/shows) [ Studios ](https://gardensdb.com/studios) [ People ](https://gardensdb.com/people) [ Search gardens, designers, shows… ](https://gardensdb.com/search) [ Login ](https://gardensdb.com/login?redirect_to=https%3A%2F%2Fgardensdb.com%2Fgardens%2Fit-doesnt-have-to-cost-the-earth) [ Register ](https://gardensdb.com/register) [ ](https://gardensdb.com/search) Discover - [ Home ](https://gardensdb.com) - [ Gardens ](https://gardensdb.com/gardens) - [ Shows ](https://gardensdb.com/shows) - [ Events ](https://gardensdb.com/events) - [ 360° tours ](https://gardensdb.com/360-tours) - [ Trails ](https://gardensdb.com/trails) People & studios - [ People ](https://gardensdb.com/people) - [ Studios ](https://gardensdb.com/studios) - [ Books ](https://gardensdb.com/books) - [ Jobs ](https://gardensdb.com/jobs) Organisations - [ Sponsors ](https://gardensdb.com/sponsors) - [ Charity & non-profits ](https://gardensdb.com/charities) - [ Collectives ](https://gardensdb.com/collectives) - [ Companies ](https://gardensdb.com/companies) - [ Education ](https://gardensdb.com/education-institutions) - [ Nurseries ](https://gardensdb.com/nurseries) Account - [ Login ](https://gardensdb.com/login?redirect_to=https%3A%2F%2Fgardensdb.com%2Fgardens%2Fit-doesnt-have-to-cost-the-earth) - [ Register ](https://gardensdb.com/register) Follow [ gardensdb on Instagram (opens in a new tab)](https://www.instagram.com/gardensdb/) Discover - [ Home Today's highlights ](https://gardensdb.com) - [ Gardens Show gardens, catalogued ](https://gardensdb.com/gardens) - [ Shows Horticultural shows ](https://gardensdb.com/shows) - [ Events Festivals, courses & open days ](https://gardensdb.com/events) - [ 360° tours Step inside, long after the show packs up ](https://gardensdb.com/360-tours) - [ Trails Curated routes through the gardens ](https://gardensdb.com/trails) People & studios - [ People Designers, judges, growers ](https://gardensdb.com/people) - [ Studios Design practices ](https://gardensdb.com/studios) - [ Books Recommended reading ](https://gardensdb.com/books) - [ Jobs Roles in the industry ](https://gardensdb.com/jobs) Organisations - [ Sponsors Organisations that back the gardens ](https://gardensdb.com/sponsors) - [ Charity & non-profits Causes behind the gardens ](https://gardensdb.com/charities) - [ Collectives Groups & community projects ](https://gardensdb.com/collectives) - [ Companies Suppliers & contractors ](https://gardensdb.com/companies) - [ Education Schools, colleges & universities ](https://gardensdb.com/education-institutions) - [ Nurseries Plant suppliers & growers ](https://gardensdb.com/nurseries) [ Submit a garden ](https://gardensdb.com/gardens/submit) [ About GardensDB ](https://gardensdb.com/help) [ gardensdb on Instagram (opens in a new tab)](https://www.instagram.com/gardensdb/) ![A contemporary show garden features a large rusted arch, a flagstone path, outdoor seating, lush mixed planting, and a wall of recycled bricks.](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/035ae10e-fe3c-408a-8c66-f16f6dd4c247/conversions/primary_image-gallery.webp) [Gardens](https://gardensdb.com/gardens) / [ RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2024 ](https://gardensdb.com/shows/rhs-malvern-spring-festival-2024) Show Garden ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/awards/rhs-gold-medal/icon.webp) Gold Medal It Doesnt Have to Cost The Earth ================================== Designed by Michael Lote At a glance Show RHS Malvern Spring Festival Year 2024 Category Show Garden Large Show Garden Photo: RHS Malvern About this garden The story ----------- Like many gardens in modern housing developments across the UK, this garden addresses the importance of restoring wildlife habitats affected by property construction. 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. 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