Marlborough Living Jul - Aug 2021

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parsley - there is also some interest for early spring with
lots of daffodils, hellebores, muscari and tulips.
Either side of the lawn, a more formal, framing effect is
achieved using boxus - it’s literally instant impact and
really helps enforce those tidy lines.
Alongside the borders, we really wanted a tree in the
mix too - so we ordered a lovely small silver birch from
primrose.co.uk - it moves in the breeze so beautifully.
We can pot it on as it grows and eventually plant it in
the garden of a future home.
THE DECK LOOKS AMAZING - IS IT A SUN TRAP?
Absolutely! We were adamant that we wanted
something low maintenance so we went for composite
decking from a company called NeoTimber - in essence
it has the natural look of wood to without the associated
problems of cracking, splitting, warping and excessive
maintenance requirements. It also had a 25 year
residential warranty which was perfect for us as we can
make the best of it now, but when we move it also gives
the new owner peace of mind.
We went for the Essential range which is hollow in the
centre - it makes it really lightweight and by extension
really easy to fit. It’s also crazily cost effective at
£6.25 per linear metre! It has given the space such an
elevated look.
THAT FURNITURE IS AMAZING!
We really lucked out with these! Good garden furniture
is a little hard to come by at the moment, but as soon
as we saw the Salone range from Moda Furnishings,
we knew it was the right one. Its modern lines look
perfect against the tumbled Bath stone walls and the
configuration of this set was the perfect size for our
space.
Continuing on the low maintenance scheme, it was
essential this was furniture that could stand up to the
elements, not lease because we don’t have room inside
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