Castaway Garden Studio

Timeless cottage garden design for seasoned horticulturists. Specializing in neoteric water features that blend with perennial borders, irrigation-aware plant palettes, and seasonal management strategies.

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A curated selection of completed garden spaces emphasizing water features—ponds, streams, rain gardens, and reflective basins—designed for mature sites and climate-driven plantings.

Pond & Stream
Shaded Forest Pond Terrace
Mature woodland setting, native marginals, seasonal turnover
Dry Stream
Rustic Dry-Stream Garden
Gravel channels, stone cushions, seasonal seed crops
Reflective Basin
Quiet Basin Courtyard
Laboratory-grade liner, copper accents, microclimate ripples
Rain Garden
Seasonal Rain Garden Edge
Filtration by plant layer and seasonal hydrographs

Seasonal Advice for Seasoned Gardners

Seasonally tuned guidance to optimize water features and perennial borders for robust, drought-aware, and cold-hardy performance.

Spring
Prime-time planting with slow-release moisture, inspect liners, prune fruited shrubs, prepare marginal beds.
Summer
Maintain flow, monitor evaporation, mulch deeply, select drought-tolerant marginals for water features.
Autumn
Sharpen edges, divide perennials, prep for overwintering of water features.
Winter
Plan next season's layout, test irrigation, protect tender roots with mulch blankets.

Specialization: Water Features

Expert integration of streams, ponds, and reflective basins with mature planting schemes. Emphasis on natural aesthetics, ecological balance, and seasonal dynamics.

Hydrology
Hydrologic Balance & Microclimate
Seasonal inflow, plant communities, and beneficial sediment traps.
Materials
Natural Materials Palette
Limestone, slate, copper, and timber with patina over time.
Maintenance
Seasonal Servicing
Filter checks, sediment management, plant crowding control.
Ecology
Habitat for Beneficials
Plant selections favor pollinators and aquatic invertebrates.

Get in Touch

For experienced gardeners seeking bespoke water-feature installations and seasonal planning, schedule a consultation to discuss site specifics, climate considerations, and project scope.