If your garden is in need of improvement but you look out with a huge sigh at the cost involved, this post is just for you. In just five simple steps we will show you how to transform your garden on a budget… Shape Make a feature of your lawn by creating a shape. Whether it’s a circle, oblong or a perfect square, measure it out and use a spade to cut away the excess. The definitive shape will have an impact right away and the space where you’ve…
Read MoreThe Royal Horticultural Society is well known for its flower shows and garden events being some of the best. Perhaps the most famous UK show – the RHS Chelsea Flower Show – has unfortunately already been and gone this year. However, there’s still plenty going on. Just take a look at our top picks and find the one closest to you. Guided Buggy Tours of Wisley The historic home of the RHS, Wisley is undoubtedly one of the most impressive gardens in the country. Although you can visit at…
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This year’s Chelsea Flower Show took place between the 22nd and 26th May 2018. As always it was popular with 1,000s of people of all ages who were not only looking for a great day out, but also some inspiration for their own back yard. This year at Chelsea there were so many gardens showcasing the latest trends that can easily be replicated at home. A central water feature Water was a huge theme at this year’s Chelsea Show with many gardens making water the central feature. To be…
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For garden lovers, trees and creating privacy with sheds and fencing causes somewhat of a conundrum. No one wants to remove a beautiful, mature tree from their garden and equally, no one wants to be overlooked by neighbours either. However, everyone wants a colourful garden in full bloom throughout the summer. Trees, sheds, fences and walls create a lot of shade in a garden which can be detrimental to some plants. However, there are some beautiful plants that thrive in shaded areas – find out more below: Siberian Bugloss/…
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Weeds are the ultimate pest to gardeners. Quite often, it doesn’t matter what you do; as quickly as you remove weeds from your garden, they’ve sprouted up somewhere else. Despite there being plenty of strong chemical weed killers available, if you want to use the ground to grow plants – specifically fruits and vegetables – then it’s best to avoid the chemicals. One of the most effective weed killers is you, and a few preventative measures you can put in place to stop weeds from recurring. Can a non-chemical…
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Gardens are the envy of many people and certainly many neighbours. A pristine, well landscaped garden is something we all long for. However, it’s something that seems out of reach for so many, despite being perfectly within reach. To create a perfect flowerbed from scratch you don’t need any special skills, or even any previous green-fingered experience because we’re about to show you how. Remove grass and unwanted vegetation Once you’ve decided exactly where you’d like your garden bed to be, you need to remove all grass and vegetation…
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The UK has suffered some very weird weather patterns over the last few weeks and despite it being the 19th March, spring has most definitely not sprung. It’s snow problem Although it might seem like the end of the world, one day of light snow shouldn’t be enough to kill your spring plants. Rather than panicking it’s important to remember that the soil must have been workable in order to be able to plant anything, and one day of unexpected weather isn’t enough to freeze it again. However, if…
Read MoreThe country and cottage kitchen style has become enormously popular over the last few years as people move away from modern, shiny units and opt for beautifully crafted, painted wooden kitchens instead. Acting as the hub of the home for many people, the kitchen is where everything happens. The idea of the kitchen being solely dedicated to the preparation of meals is one that’s vastly outdated. Open plan layouts have meant that the kitchen has become the heart of the home; a space for cooking, eating and entertaining. To create…
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They say man is a dog’s best friend. In reality though, it’s their gardens. Your dog will love your garden. However, they don’t tend to appreciate neat borders and well-crafted decking. Dogs generally like to wreak havoc in our gardens. However, there is a way to get the best of both worlds. Take a look at our top tips for preventing pets from becoming garden pests. Keep your dog out of your flower beds A dog digging and lying down in the flower beds is a gardener’s worst nightmare.…
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Although they’re unavoidable in rural areas for reasons we’re all aware of. They’re an eyesore for the people who have no choice but to accommodate them on their property. Thankfully, the tank is often buried in the ground with a thick cover being the only access point. However, as access is required semi-regularly, hiding it is not as simple as covering it over permanently. To avoid any nasty disasters – you know what we mean – we’ve put together a comprehensive list of possible disguises. We’ve also added in a…
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