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Decking is very likely to become green and slimy with little light and that tree overhanging. It needs needs airflow underneath which will undoubtedly become a rat run in the truest sense of the words. It looks good for a while but needs maintenance, definitely as it gets older..
I quite like the idea of recycled artificial grass in areas of high wear and recycled rubber chippings for the rest. You'd be reducing waste and you could do all your gardening with a broom. Anything you actually want to grow could live in tubs/pots and moved about when required. No mud, no grass clippings and low/no maintenance. The only disadvantage is that it could be a bit sterile for wildlife but bird feeders, a potted Buddleia, Lavender and a hedgehog door in a couple of fences and you're golden.
https://www.trulawn.co.uk/recycled-artificial-grass/
https://www.safersurfacing.co.uk/blogs/news/classic-recycled-rubber-chippings-a-fantastic-garden-landscaping-material