It is so annoying when cooking a meal to suddenly realise that you have run out of the herbs required for the recipe that you are following. Herbs sold in supermarkets often seem to lack flavour. However, if you grow your own, preferably in pots or containers in a sunny…
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Dealing with Dandelions
Dandelions are often considered the scourge of most gardeners. Their fluffy, yellow flower heads may look quite attractive but once the heads turn to seed, the slightest puff of wind spreads dandelion seeds over the whole of the garden. You could try digging them out but they have a long,…
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The Ode Beauty of Garden Decking
Yes, it is spring time. You can just see love in the air and butterflies resting on freshly bloomed flowers. If you are missing out on the breathtaking nature gift, it’s your bad luck. If you still did not get the centre crux of my words, just allow me to…
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Encouraging wildlife to the Garden
One of the best ways of encouraging wildlife to your garden is by constructing a pond. It does not have to be a large expanse of water, even a small pond will attract several species of insects and birds and animals. It’s important to have a shallow, boggy area around…
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Jobs for the Gardener in May
Lawns With warmer weather and more frequent Spring showers, the lawn will need mowing at least once a week. Spike badly-drained areas and feed poorly growing patches. Shrubs Prune early flowering shrubs like kerria or flowering almond. Roses Make sure you apply a general rose fertiliser and spray roses against…
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Practical and secure fencing for your home
It seems that these days most households have some kind of security system on their house and contents; whether it is a traditional box burglar alarm, CCTV, a large guard dog or security marking of valuable goods. However, thieves are often on the watch for houses where they think it…
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Buying an Opener for your Garage Door – 5 Considerations
The garage door opener is one of the most important components of any functional garage door. Without it, it is almost impossible to operate. It is important that you get the right knowledge before buying an opener. Fact is, there are many options out there. You want to make sure…
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Getting Creative with Garden Lighting
The use of garden lighting can extend the use of your garden well past dusk and, at the same time, create a relaxing ambiance for entertaining, quiet reflection or for just spending more time outside. Spot lights can be used along the edge of decking or at the sides of…
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Constructing raised beds
There are several advantages to having raised beds in a garden. They are a good way of growing fruit and vegetables in particular, especially plants which may need “constraining” like strawberries which, if left untended, can become straggly with runners growing almost anywhere. A raised bed can also be a…
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Chelmsford and the Need for Building Insurance Repairs
A lot can be done to ensure the safety and security of buildings with a solid insurance being at the top of the list. With proper coverage, you will be sure that the building can be repaired and rebuilt when anything untoward happens to the structure. With so many builders…
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Benefits of Installing Rooflights On Houses and Outbuildings
The main reason why rooflights are used is to provide a brilliant, naturally lit indoors and to lessen the need for artificial light. Daylight has more benefits over artificial radiance with the reality that it is a free, unlimited natural supply. While artificial lighting is important, providing it uses lots…
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Patio Awning Ideas That you Will Love
Is your deck too hot? Do you want to give your patio an eye-catching and comfortable shading solution? Well, you are at the right place. You will have an opportunity to learn the different patio awnings ideas that you can employ in your home and keep your deck cooler by…