Making Beautiful Gardens
Creating a covered area in our gardens is something everyone should desire. In the summer sunshine, there is nothing better than enjoying the warm outside weather whilst being kept cool in a shaded area. Two of the main ways we can do this are with a patio awning or gazebo. Let’s compare these two choices …
Having a garden fountain or water feature in your garden brings a calming and pleasant ambiance that is hard to top, but you do need to perform a little maintenance on them, to keep them looking nice and properly functioning. 1. Keep any plant debris such as leaves cleared away.2. Remove any algae growth with …
Eventually there will come a time when your wooden garden furniture will need a fresh new lick of paint and maybe even some repair. If you are wondering how to go about sprucing up your rundown wood furniture, here are the steps on how to do it. Repair Damage Firstly, if there is any damage …
Winters in the UK tend to get pretty dark and grey at times but right now is a good time to be planning ways that you can ensure you have some colour in your garden. One of the best ways is with winter bloomers that work well in pots or containers so that you can …
Having a small garden does not mean you cannot have a flourishing, green space to relax in. There are several ways to achieve a gorgeous oasis by taking advantage of what you have. One way to maximise your planting space is to use a ‘layered’ affect. By using plants of various heights, i.e. ground covers, …
Gardens tend to look full of life and colour during the warmer months but start to look worn, overgrown, and miserable in the colder months. There are some things you can do to prepare your garden for the winter period to avoid this. 1. Clean up and remove any rotting or dying plants – generally, …
Small gardens, terraces and courtyard patios require a little more thought when it comes to designing due to limited space. The space you do have must be used wisely to achieve that outdoor space you want. Even the tiniest outdoor space can be transformed into a retreat with a small amount of planning. We’ve come …
Maintaining a greenhouse takes a lot of work and this increases during the colder months as monitoring the internal environment becomes even more important. Your greenhouses internal environment should be kept the same all year round, so some extra input may be required maintain an equilibrium. You must monitor and record the internal temperature of …
When you renovate your home, you will likely consider buying modern or traditional styled furniture, and that’s no different when it comes to your garden either. There are many funky modern garden chairs and tables to choose from, as well as classic styled furniture, so looking at both options is a good place to start. …
Maintaining a green grass can be one of the most frustrating aspects of gardening. With warmer days and less rainfall, grass can easily dry out and become discoloured and unattractive. There are two factors that contribute to your lawns growth; sunlight and water. Both factors are as important as each other, however too much or …