I have been working on my "new" site for years and still get great enjoyment from it. There is some great advice in this forum. I would also add write down what you want the garden to do for you or your family. What functions will it perform?
Chill out area, outside cooking area, entertaining area, children's play area, storage area, compost area, flowers/shrubs and trees and veg plot/s, wild area, work area (diy and outside jobs).
If I was to start again I would try to plant ALL the trees and shrubs as early as possible as I am only now starting to see an increase in growth.
I would also be very observant of what is currently growing in your garden (take pictures and notes) you can remove what you don't like, add to things you do.
Don't be afraid to try things out as it is the only way you will learn what works for you and your garden.
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Chill out area, outside cooking area, entertaining area, children's play area, storage area, compost area, flowers/shrubs and trees and veg plot/s, wild area, work area (diy and outside jobs).
If I was to start again I would try to plant ALL the trees and shrubs as early as possible as I am only now starting to see an increase in growth.
I would also be very observant of what is currently growing in your garden (take pictures and notes) you can remove what you don't like, add to things you do.
Don't be afraid to try things out as it is the only way you will learn what works for you and your garden.