Some people love the idea of having a rockery in an area of their garden and realise that it is a popular landscaping tool that will add an element of variety to any garden. A rockery can look great in the corner of a big garden, or as a centrepiece…
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Give your patio a makeover
If you have a patio in your outdoor space you will know that over time it starts to look dirty as there is a build-up of dirt and debris which is not washed away by the rain. Cleaning the patio can be hard work but you can make the task…
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Hot tubs are the new hot trend
Inflatable hot tubs have become really popular in recent months as people have been spending more time at home and in the garden and although a rigid hot tub is superior in many ways an inflatable hot tub can be purchased from many supermarkets and DIY merchants with prices starting…
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Appreciating Your Outdoor Space with Retractable Patio Awnings
A garden, courtyard, patio, veranda, balcony – whatever you might have, it deserves to be appreciated. It is easier to enjoy and love your outdoor space when you have made it as easy to use and enjoy as possible, as well as when it is beautiful. If you choose features…
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Essential tools for the newbie gardener
Having the responsibility for maintaining a garden for the first time is an exciting prospect but it can also be a quite costly if you are starting from scratch in terms of purchasing gardening tools and equipment. Buying the essentials need not be expensive however with a bit of savvy…
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Transform your outdoor space as you welcome guests back into your garden
With lockdown restrictions easing the chances are there is going to be some much longed for entertaining taking place in our gardens but how can people make sure their garden is ready to welcome guests? Many people have discovered for the first time the joys of gardening and being outside…
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Electric Awnings: the Awnings of the Future
Why choose an awning that is not retractable, not multi-functional and does not allow you flexible living when you could choose an electric option? Electric awnings are widely deemed to be the awnings of the future and yet they are awnings that are readily available to buy from many suppliers.…
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Replacing old fruit trees with new
Most people do not realise that fruit trees will not continue to produce good quality fruit indefinitely and will over time need to be replaced. A sign that the fruit tree is getting to the end of its life is that it produces less blossom in spring and that the…
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Some Key Reasons to Invest in an Electric Awning for your Home This Summer
Picture the scene: you are sitting outside on a beautiful patio, bathed in sunshine, enjoying catching up with family and friends over a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. But what if the weather suddenly turns, or you need some protection from the harsh midday sun? Buying an…
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Installing decking in your garden
With the warmer weather on its way and lockdown restrictions beginning to be lifted, many of us are turning to our gardens in order to get them ready for summer. Often the first thing we do when we come out of the winter and in to the spring months is…
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Want a splash of colour in your garden then plant begonias
As the first spring flowers such as primulas and daffodils start to appear in gardens around the country our thoughts turn to preparing planters, beds and pots ready to plant summer flowering plants. One of the most colourful and easy to grow are begonias with their delicate flowers and luscious…
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Should I buy my plants from a nursery?
The cost of buying new plants can be high especially if the plants that are wanted are unusual or already mature. Many people choose to buy plants from supermarkets where they are much cheaper but is this such a good idea? The age-old saying that you get what you pay…