JAKGarden Designs

28/08/2026

Like everyone else I have watched the news of the south of England and the lack of rain this summer. I have to say I am still in shock, the tv doesn’t show the extent. It is important not to normalise this. It resembles a Mediterranean environment without the plants to tolerate such environment. Shrubs by the side of the roads on a 60’s housing estates are brown and dying. symposium. Met so many people doing great work and how we can use our skills to help around our own communities be more resilient to these lawn coma we are seeing down south.

20/08/2026

https://theconversation.com/extreme-drought-is-changing-britains-wildlife-and-some-effects-wont-be-seen-until-next-year-289419

Britain’s native species are adapted to a cool, wet climate. This summer is putting them under strain.

07/08/2026

What a difference a few summer months with warm sun has made to this garden. It is looking stronger and more robust, filling gaps on the borders as the plants grow. It takes time & support to look after a newly built garden, thanks to the garden team Strata Landscape Construction Kevock Garden Plants for doing such a great job with the new planting and older planting . The garden is knitting well from phase 1 to phase 2. Also the balance is beginning to address itself between the hard landscaping and soft. Plants take time to grow. Addressing the balance is tricky, too much hard landscaping and not enough planting can often feel too hard. Get in touch if you need a garden designed in your garden. We can help you with everything you need to create your own oasis. Jennifer Kinsley Garden Designs

23/06/2026

is nearly upon us. Be mindful of climbing two fires in one year.

22/06/2026

How can we help you turn your outdoor space into an oasis? This could have been just another roof.

02/06/2026

We built this garden a few years ago and is looking more settled and mature. It was lovely making time to see old friends, check on progress and picked up my Hori knife that got lost in the border. Look how wonderful the garden is looking!

13/04/2026

Islanders have planted thousands of the trees on Hebridean isle - and sent thousands more to other places.

10/04/2026

The light this morning on this edinburgh garden we are currently working on was so beautiful. Thank you for images