Show Notes
Do you mostly use your outdoor spaces at night? An entertainer, moth watcher, star gazer or sun avoider? Then why not design a space that is entirely centred on the idea of engaging your garden at night? In this episode we chat about how to make a garden particularly evocative and interesting at night. We consider how to maximise your layout, plants, lighting, materials and accessories to deliver a night garden experience that’s just right for you. And when the sun comes up, it’s still got to look good too. Photos for this episode are on Instagram at OnGardenDesign
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(00:00) Intro (05:51) Layout (07:53) Plants (14:06) Lighting (16:49) Materials (18:32) Accessories (21:53) Daytime
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