Which way your garden faces changes everything
Understand how sunlight moves through your garden through the year, and what it means for your patio, planting, lawn and outdoor living. Built by the JFL Gardens team for Surrey and London gardens.
Sunlight shapes every part of your garden
The direction your garden faces decides how much sun each corner gets — and that single fact influences where your patio should sit, which plants will thrive, and how you use your outdoor space in the evenings.
Whether you're planning a full landscape, a new patio or just want a healthier lawn, knowing your garden's aspect is the smartest first step. Our quick planner below gives you clear, practical guidance in under a minute.
- Best spot for a patio and outdoor dining
- Plants and planting styles that will flourish
- Lawn conditions and seasonal sun patterns
Plan your garden in under a minute
Answer a few quick questions and we'll tell you how your garden plays with the sun — with practical advice for your patio, planting and lawn.
What are you planning?
Planning guide only. This is general guidance based on typical conditions for Surrey and London gardens at ~51°N. Trees, walls, fences, neighbouring buildings and slopes can all change how sun falls on your garden — for a proper assessment, book a free quote and we'll take a look in person.
Garden aspect — frequently asked questions
Stand at your back door facing the garden. If you're looking roughly south, your garden is south-facing; north means it's mostly shaded. The easiest check is a compass app on your phone, or see where the sun is at midday — if it's shining straight down the garden, you're south-facing.
Want a proper site assessment?
Face-to-face advice from our Surrey and London team — we'll look at your garden's real light, soil and layout, and recommend a plan you can build on.
Free, no-obligation quotes across Surrey and London.