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Ellen Mary and Michael Perry discuss garden design with Andrew Fisher Tomlin, exploring his design approach and practical insights for creating gardens.

In this episode Ellen Mary and Michael Perry are stepping into the world of garden design with guest, garden designer Andrew Fisher Tomlin. In this episode hear about Andrew's approach to design, how he thinks about space, planting and sustainability, plus what it really takes to transform an idea into a living, evolving landscape. We'll also talk about inspiration, trends and practical insights for anyone looking to create their own garden - no matter the size. Series 20 of the podcast is sponsored by Garden on a Roll - the perfect solution for beautiful, ready-made garden borders. If you love the look of professionally designed planting but don't have the time, knowledge, or patience to plan it yourself, Garden on a Roll has you covered. Each border is expertly designed by Award Winning Garden Designer Antony Henn and delivered with a simple, pre-planned biodegradable template you can roll out and plant in one go. No guesswork. No stress. Just follow the instructions and enjoy the results. Whether you're refreshing a tired space or starting from scratch, you'll get a cohesive, seasonal design that works with plants chosen to thrive together and look great all year round. Choose…

People in this episode

Hosts: Ellen Mary, Michael Perry

Guest: Andrew Fisher Tomlin

Topics covered

• garden design
• sustainability
• planting
• inspiration
• trends
• practical insights

Keywords

• garden design
• sustainability
• planting
• landscape
• trends
• inspiration

Sponsors

Garden on a Roll

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