East facing garden ideas

Read our hotline blog on ways to spruce up an east-facing garden design, with ideas to let in light and gain privacy included

The brief was to create a garden that would reflect the classic and contemporary interior design of the owner's wonderful home. A contemporary shaped path takes the visitor on a journey past two rectangular beds that are planted for year-round interest.

When it comes to buying a house, the position of your garden is something that most of us take into consideration. North and north-east facing gardens are often over-looked and can be a great option, especially if you like a mix of light and some cooling shade that offers a great environment for a variety of lush, green planting to thrive.

Plants for an East Facing Garden - Discover the best plants that will thrive in your East Facing Wall or Garden while looking good all year round.

12 Perfect Plants for East Facing Borders

My plans

I have been to view a lovely brand new build but looking at the site plan I can see the garden is north east facing. The kitchen is just right and Fre...

While some plants love and need full sun and others require deep shade, many more blur these distinctive requirements by doing their best in a combo--brilliant

Does your backyard face east? Find out about the best flowers, plants, shrubs, vegetables and herbs for your east facing garden.