Sensory Gardens

Sensory gardens are important, particularly for those who cannot see.  Much of traditional garden design is all about the visual effect.  With a sensory garden we are aiming to stimulate the other senses too.

To that end one includes plants that are high in fragrance, different textures on the ground, sounds such as water etc.

It is important also to provide seating so that people can prolong their visit and make the most of the provision.

The pictures below show a sensory garden we built for Mayfield nursing home in Prescot, Merseyside.

The first part of the job was to clear saplings, undergrowth and weeds.  The area was then set out-ensuring that the circles matched up with the existing path.  The pergola was constructed, hardcore(foundations) laid for the circles, natural, indian stone circles were then laid, some on into the evening, to meet the deadline.

The water feature was fitted, planters and benches added.  Then the bark/lavender path laid with timber edging.  Around the landscaped area was then made good with turf.

We are available to construct sensory gardens throughout Chester, Wirral, Liverpool and North Wales.