It’s hard to believe that 2007 is set to be hottest year to date after the recent wet weather, but with more water shortages and hosepipe bans predicted for the coming summer, gardeners face another challenge in adapting to the conditions.

But there are ways to ensure gardens look good all year round, without the need for expensive Mediterranean plants.

Breaking up large areas of lawn with hard landscaping is an ideal way to add features and interest to gardens. Interspersed with hardy shrubs, a partly paved garden will fair better in dry conditions than one which consists mainly of grass.

Baggeridge’s new range of clay pavers is perfect for revamping tired looking gardens. The Blue Promenade, Blue Randompave, Telford Promenade and Telford Randompave are available in two finishes – square edged or tumbled. Designed to appeal to a diverse mix of customers, the square edged pavers provide a sharp, sleek finish while the tumbled finish provides a more rustic, traditional end result.

The new range can instantly revitalise external areas, and – unlike grass – can withstand all-year round weather conditions and ensure keen gardeners won’t have to compromise on style or design.

Mark Morris, sales director at Baggeridge, commented: “This summer is set to be tough on lawned gardens, but those looking for low-maintenance alternatives to grass are able to create their own individual look by using our Origins clay pavers.

“Other hard landscaping products are a viable option to use, however, often their life span does not live up to that of clay.”

Baggeridge Brick manufacturers a superb range of high quality pavers and cobbles. The extensive selection means that gardeners can effortlessly create bespoke effects on paths, patios and driveways.