Many agree that this size is the ideal. A medium-sized garden presents an opportunity to install generously proportioned lawns, patios and borders.

• If you want a large amount of lawn, this size of garden can carry it comfortably.
• Curving the boundaries of your features looks stunning, but if you can ’borrow’ from the landscape beyond your garden then forget the curves and make you garden work in harmony with its surroundings.
• Blur the edges and boundaries of the garden with climbers, shrubbery and trees.
• A medium-sized garden can suit virtually any style or theme.
• Because of the choice the garden gives you, think about taking your inspirations from your location. If you’re in an urban area, a Mediterranean or contemporary look will work best, or a cottage-style if you’re in a rural area.