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  Matt James, The City Gardener, returns to work his green-fingered magic on another set of neglected, dark and dank outdoor spaces. Having proved in his first series that, with a new approach and some inspirational, easy-to-adopt guidance it is possible to create a haven in the most unlikely of spots, Matt moves on to the next stage in his second series. Matt focuses on harmonising the gardens with the owners' interior house styles, complementing their designs inside with the outside and maximising the value of the garden by considering its appearance from the sitting-room, kitchen or bedroom window - all the year round. In tonight's programme, Matt transforms a narrow concrete yard and parking space in Jesmond into a beautiful low-maintenance entertainment haven for young solicitor Ian. Find out more about this week's plants > The suppliers and inspirations behind this week's show > |
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Matt knows the difficulties of an urban garden - limited space, limited time, limited cash - and the book is crammed full with creative design and planting ideas developed from his professional experience working in London. An extensive directory recommends plants that thrive in urban conditions and identifies those it is best not to waste your money on. There are chapters on maximising space through the use of different levels, heights and 'rooms'; combating noise, pollution and eyesores; using trees for instant architecture and privacy; and achieving the 'gardenless' garden with window boxes, pots and trellises. Price: £16.99 Buy the book from the Channel 4 shop now |
