News & Blogs

1st July 2026
Blogs

How urban greening can transform town centres

Discover how a series of urban greening projects in Harrow are helping to transform the town centre and surrounding communities....
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30th June 2026
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Dig Once, Green Twice: Launch of new GLA green infrastructure guide

Meristem Design collaborated with CIVIC, Stockholm Tree Pits and Bradley-Hole Schoenaich Landscape to deliver a GLA guide to retrofitting green infrastructure in utility constrained streets....
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30th June 2026
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New pollinator-friendly planting installed at the Lyceum Theatre

In May we refreshed the planters outside the Lyceum Theatre, one of the most iconic spots in London to introduce biodiversity and improve the public realm....
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29th June 2026
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SuDS project success at the 2026 susdrain awards!

We are delighted that the SuDS through Streetworks Market (pilot phase) project was highly commended by the judges at the susdrain SuDS Awards 2026....
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25th June 2026
Blogs

How to build your own Bug Hotel

As pollinators are becoming increasingly scarce in our urban environments, why not enhance your green space with a bug hotel to help bring them back! Here is a guide to DIY your own....
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23rd June 2026
Blogs

London Climate Action Week is back

It's London Climate Action Week and it couldn't come as a better time as our city is experiencing more and more extreme weather conditions. Green infrastructure like SuDS, street trees and pollinator-friendly planting are doing wonders for mitigating the climate risks threatening our streets....
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22nd June 2026
Blogs

Let it Bloom June: The benefits of letting nature flourish

Put the lawn mower away and let nature take the lead for Let it Bloom June! We're exploring how letting green spaces flourish can benefit pollinators, and local wildlife....
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18th June 2026
Blogs

Clean Air Day 2026: Urban Greening and Air Quality funding

It's Clean Air Day! Join the national campaign to help tackle air pollution in our towns and cities and discover the Mayor of London's £6m Clean Air fund available to local authorities....
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16th June 2026
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£125,000 available for Surrey schools to fight climate change

Surrey County Council has launched the second year of its Climate Resilient Schools Grant - and Meristem Design can help your school make the most of it....
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12th June 2026
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Flood and Coast Excellence 2026 Award Win: Action for Silk Stream SuDS project

We're thrilled to share that the Action for Silk Stream project has won in the Surface Water Management category at the CIWEM Flood and Coast Excellence Awards 2026, held in Liverpool last night....
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10th June 2026
Blogs

How to plant the rainbow for colourful and inclusive green spaces

Happy Pride Month! We're taking a look at some of the most vibrant species from our plant list and using them to create a colourful rainbow landscape display....
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9th June 2026
Blogs

How to bring greenery into office spaces

A guide on integrating nature into the workplace with potted plants, living walls and more. Featuring top office maintenance tips and key things to watch for....
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8th June 2026
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From RHS Chelsea to Harrow Town Centre: Repurposing Jasmine Green Screens

We repurposed these jasmine green screens from temporary exhibition at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show to permanent residence in Harrow Town Centre....
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5th June 2026
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Meristem Design attends Climate Resilient Streets 2026

We headed to the Climate Resilient Streets 2026 conference and held a walking tour of our rain gardens in Waltham Forest....
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29th May 2026
Blogs

London Rivers Week 2026: Getting to know your local river

London Rivers Week 2026 celebrates the rivers, canals and streams in our city. With the theme 'know your local river', there are lots of resources you can access to locate, explore and connect with rivers near you....
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28th May 2026
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Our best living wall yet at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026

We were back this year at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show planting up the main stage living wall as well as the DJ booth and jasmine screens. Could this be our best living wall yet?...
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28th May 2026
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More award wins for our Mobility Hubs in the West of England!

At the recent CIHT South West Regional Awards held in Exeter, our West of England Mobility Hubs picked up two awards....
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21st May 2026
Blogs

Bringing nature to urban spaces: How our Bio Habitat SuDS Planter boosts biodiversity and engages young minds

We’ve developed the Bio Habitat SuDS Planter - an innovative evolution of our standard SuDS planter, designed not just for managing rainfall and reducing surface water runoff, but for supporting urban wildlife and engaging local people, especially children....
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20th May 2026
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Greener schools, cleaner water: SuDS Planters transform Hammersmith & Fulham primary schools

We've been working with Hammersmith and Fulham Council to build climate resilience in the borough's schools. SuDS Planters and nature workshops have brought flood prevention and new learning tools to the schools....
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18th May 2026
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We're back at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026

Since 2018, we have been attending the RHS Flower Shows and this year we're back to add vibrance and greenery to the main stage....
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14th May 2026
Blogs

How to design inclusive and engaging green spaces with urban greening add-ons and accessories

From habitat features, to movement elements, explore our urban greening add-ons and accessories brochure to create your own engaging green space....
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12th May 2026
Blogs

What's the difference between a Living Wall and a Green Screen?

Green screens and living walls are often confused but they serve very different purposes. As our urban spaces become more green, understanding the difference is key....
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11th May 2026
Blogs

Transforming urban spaces: How Meristem Design collaborates with BIDs to create greener, healthier cities

We work with BIDs across the capital to boost businesses and create more pleasant environments for visitors and passers-through. Learn about the importance of BIDs and the variety of projects Meristem have delivered for them....
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6th May 2026
Blogs

It's No Mow May!

No Mow May is all about letting our green spaces go wild. Explore how this small change can support biodiversity, boost climate resilience and transform everyday spaces....
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