If you live in a flat near Wembley Central, you already know the reality: a courtyard, balcony, or small terrace can be a brilliant bit of outdoor space, but it can also become a cluttered, dry, windy, awkward little job if it is left alone for too long.

If your garden is starting to look a bit tired after wet weather, heavy growth, or a long stretch without attention, you are not alone.

Tight front gardens can be brilliant little spaces, but they can also be awkward in all the usual ways: not enough room to turn a wheelbarrow, nowhere to store tools, and a constant battle between wanting something attractive and needing easy access to the front door.

Looking to transform your patio, terrace, or backyard into a vibrant sanctuary?