The
Journal
Notes from the studio and the garden.
Garden design, planting, seasonal care and the craft behind the work of Willow Alexander Gardeners.
Sustainability
Benefits of Growing Ivy
English ivy brings evergreen cover, late nectar, winter berries and shelter for wildlife, provided its growth is matched to the wall, tree or boundary.
Planting
Benefits of Growing Lavender
English lavender brings summer scent, pollinator activity and drought-tolerant structure to sunny, free-draining borders and containers across the UK.
Planting
Matrix Planting
Matrix planting uses a repeated ground layer to hold a scheme together, with flowering plants and structural forms emerging through it across the seasons.
Planting
Benefits of Growing Garlic
Garlic makes good use of an autumn planting window, grows in borders or pots and stores for months after harvest when the bulbs are dried properly outdoors.
This week in the Journal
Planting
Benefits of Growing a Yew Hedge
A yew hedge gives dense evergreen structure, responds to careful renovation and can remain in place for generations when planted in free-draining soil.
Seasonal
Bulb Lasagne
Layering spring bulbs in one deep container creates a succession of flowers from late winter onwards, using a small footprint with real seasonal effect.
Seasonal
Leaf Collection and Protecting Your Winter Lawn
Regular leaf collection through autumn and winter prevents fungal disease and protects your lawn from damage that reveals itself in spring.
Tasks
What Is the Difference Between a Gardener and a Landscaper? (A Clear Guide for Homeowners)
Whether you’ve recently moved into a new home, inherited an outdoor space in need of attention, or are planning a full garden overhaul, you’ll likely come across two professional roles: gardeners and landscapers. Many people use the terms interchangeably, but they’re actually very different jobs — e
Trends
Willow Alexander Gardens: London’s Leading Sustainable Garden Design Studio
At Willow Alexander Gardens, we believe a garden is more than an outdoor space — it is an extension of your home, a reflection of your lifestyle, and a sanctuary for…
Sustainability
Willow Alexander Gardeners: London’s Most Sustainable Garden Maintenance Service
London's most sustainable garden maintenance service. Zero-emissions fleet, carbon-neutral certified, award-winning, with thousands of 5-star reviews.
From the studio
Dead Hedging
Willow Alexander Gardeners: Learn about dead hedging, its eco-friendly benefits, and how to create sustainable garden boundaries for biodiversity and privacy.
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Advice
The Gardeners’ Toolkit
Willow Alexander Gardeners: Explore effective organic pest control methods to protect your plants while nurturing a sustainable garden. Start gardening wisely!
Trends
Creating Beautiful, Sustainable Drought-Tolerant Gardens
As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, many of us are looking for ways to create sustainable outdoor spaces that thrive even during dry spells. A drought-tolerant garden is…
Advice
Essential Lawn Maintenance Tips for a Lush Lawn
Willow Alexander Gardeners: practical notes on mowing, feeding, scarifying and the small routines that keep a lawn looking its best through the year.
Advice
Effective Organic Pest Control Methods for Your Garden
Willow Alexander Gardeners: Discover eco-friendly pest control methods for a thriving garden. Learn organic techniques and our gardening services today!