Landscaping Guidance

Welcome to the consumer information section of the website. Here you will be able to find useful guides of choosing the right landscaper or designer, what to expect to pay and the processes, plus some ideas of what garden to have. Be Inspired. #WeAreApl

Make Your Own Garden Mulch

Home composting has traditionally been an efficient way to recycle waste. Professional gardeners relish the idea of using garden mulch that has been made on site. It’s cheap to produce, doesn’t come wrapped in plastic, and there’s no waiting around for deliveries. Plus, composting helps to relieve the burden on council recycling centres. So how do you make your own compost? Here are a few pointers.

Gathering The Good Stuff - Our Guide To Foraging

Today, foraging is a fabulous way to enjoy the outdoors and benefit from nature’s bounty. So let’s take a look at the legal, moral and safety matters that you need to be aware of.

Gathering The Good Stuff - Our Guide To Foraging

Landscaper V Builder

Every homeowner wants the best possible outdoor space for the most reasonable price, but is it really cheaper to have let your builder construct your garden? We’re asking who builds the best value gardens? Landscapers or Builders?

Landscaper V Builder

What Does A Landscaping Apprenticeship Involve?

Nearly all of the beautiful places in the built environment will have been made and/or maintained by landscapers.

What Does A Landscaping Apprenticeship Involve?

Builders and Landscapers: Who Will Give Me The Best Deal On My Garden Makeover?

Builders and landscapers. At first glance you might think that they do similar jobs. But in actual fact the two skills sets are very different.

Builders and Landscapers: Who Will Give Me The Best Deal On My Garden Makeover?

Does Outdoor Living Space Add Value?

Why adding outdoor living space could potentially add value to your home.

Does Outdoor Living Space Add Value?

The Wildlife Value of a Private Garden

Ongoing wildlife and floral spectacle requires management, professional staff of APL members are closely involved in nurturing the animals as well as the plants.

The wildlife value of private gardens, both commercial, and domestic

Does Your Garden Help With Your Mental Health?

The positive impact on wellbeing and mental health that gardening can provide.

Does Your Garden Help With Your Mental Health?

What Is A Professional Gardener?

Why would you hire a professional gardener as opposed to a keen amateur?

What Is A Professional Gardener

This Is Why Hiring APL Accredited Designers, Gardeners And Landscapers Offers Great Value For Money

A brief guide as to why hiring an APL member can save you a lot of time, stress and MONEY.

This Is Why Hiring APL Accredited Designers, Gardeners and Landscapers Offers Great Value For Money

No Mow May

Will you liberate your lawn this May and provide pollinators with the habitat and the food they need to survive.

No Mow May

Taking Inspiration From Show Gardens

Many of you revel at the amazing gardens built at the shows. They are built to form a catalogue of ideas, inspirations and a showcase of talents available to you. Many built in under 3 weeks, read more to see what its all about.

Taking Inspiration From Show Gardens

Hosepipe bans and landscaping projects: how does it affect you?

Is there a hose pipe ban in your area? Dont worry, your landcaper is here to help you move forward with your project.

Spring in the Garden

Explore a few inspirational magical flowers that erupt at the start of the year.

Spring In The Garden

Taking Care Of Your New Garden - The First 12 Weeks

Some tips on taking care of your new garden.

Taking Care Of Your New Garden

Everything You Need To Know About The Landscaping Process

A useful step by step guide to the landscaping process.

Everything You Need To Know About The Landscaping Process

How Do I Find A Landscaper Near Me?

A guide to finding your next Landscaper, Designer or Professional Gardener

How Do I Find A Landscaper Near Me?

The Garden Design Process

A guide to the steps taken in your new garden design.

The Garden Design Process

First Steps To Planning Your New Garden.

Some important first steps to planning your new garden.

First Steps To Planning Your New Garden

How To Maintain Your Garden

Some tips on maintenance and the importance of using a professional.

How To Maintain Your Garden

How To Choose A Landscaper

Top tips to ensure that you hire the right landscaper for the job.

How To Choose A Landscaper

What Can I Expect To Pay For Landscaping?

Reading articles online will give you a whole host of conflicting information, so how will you set your budget? And how will you know if your landscaping quote is reasonable?

What Can I Expect To Pay For Landscaping?

New Year, New Garden and a New You

Start the new year with an exciting project that will add value to your property and take your lifestyle to the next level.

New Year, New Garden and a New You.