The joy of a new year on the horizon is that you can expect to see all sorts of interesting ideas and innovations come to the fore – and garden landscape and design is certainly not exempt from this.
One of the biggest trends expected to make waves in 2026 and beyond is precision gardening which, according to the latest report from the Garden Media Group, is all about making planting choices based on longevity, taking into account climate change and seasonal shifts.
Choosing this particular gardening concept means that you’ll really get to know your outdoor spaces, developing an in-depth knowledge of your soil type and how to improve it, what kind of microclimates you have throughout the year, moisture levels and so on, all of which will help you make more informed planting decisions.
Once you have this knowledge backing you up, you’ll be able to choose the best plants for your garden, ensuring that your flowers, shrubs and trees are permanent fixtures outside, lasting you for years to come.
If you’re new to gardening, you might well wonder how you’re going to develop your knowledge base – but the good news is that there’s a huge amount of technology and gadgets at your fingertips to help you do just that.
Invest in a soil kit as a great place to begin, which will allow you to test your soil periodically throughout the year, helping you to evaluate soil conditions, choose the best plants and make sure they have optimal nutrient absorption for robust growth.
You can also use artificial intelligence to great effect, providing you with data-driven optimised solutions for optimising plant care, including soil management, pest detection, smart watering, crop monitoring and predictive analytics.