The South Oxfordshire Landscape Garden

The South Oxfordshire Landscape Garden draws inspiration from the iconic Brunel railway bridge spanning the River Thames between Moulsford and Cholsey. The native planting surrounding this bridge serves as the muse for this unique garden.

Highlighting the remarkable brickwork arch beneath the bridge, the rear feature wall and terrace of the garden emulate its off-axis pattern. This architectural homage captivates observers, sparking admiration among all who wander beneath it.

Inspired by the striking ecosystems along the Thames, the garden’s planting design harmonises two contrasting landscapes found side by side in this area. The slightly elevated riverbank boasts a rich tapestry of wildflowers, offering a vibrant spectrum of pinks, whites, blues, and yellows.

Crafted within a compact 5×5 meter space, the garden’s plant selection mirrors the forms, textures, and hues of the Thames Path flora. Carefully chosen specimens, tailored to suit the smaller scale of the area and timed for optimal flowering displays, bring to life the essence of these natural surroundings.

 

The planting to the extents of the garden is inspired by the bold, more restricted plantings on the flood plains that adjoin the Thames Path, where acres of often just one plant, Sedge, can be seen.
The main structural planting in the South Oxfordshire Landscape Garden uses pollarded Willows, a river bank mainstay, and dome-clipped Yews, which mimic the blocks of shrubs that spill into the Thames.
Get in touch —

rory@rald.co.uk

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No 9, The Forty
Cholsey
Wallingford
OX10 9LH


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