In the UK most of our gardens have some type of boundary around them whether it be conifer or privet hedging or the common larch lap fencing but if you want to install or change the border to your property what are the advantages and disadvantages of fencing and hedging?
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Posted on June 23, 2021
Tips for watching wildlife in the garden
If you think about installing a CCTV systems outside your home you usually do it to protect your property and garden but another much more enjoyable reason to have a CCTV system installed is to watch the wildlife visitors that appear in your garden both at night and in the d... read more
Posted on May 28, 2021
How easy is it to install a garden pond?
The trend for the garden to be an extension of a properties living space continues to grow as more and more people install lighting, cosy garden furniture, barbeques and hot tubs in their gardens. Large gazebos or awnings create areas that can be used even if the weather is ... read more
Posted on April 21, 2021
Creating a cosy retreat in your garden
With the weather still very up and down at the moment, it feels like summer is still not quite on its way. The flowers have started to bloom and we are having a few nice days here and there, yet the temperatures are struggling. Year on year the temperatures can be very diffe... read more
Posted on March 12, 2021
Formal or laid back what does your ideal garden look like?
When you decide to redesign a garden there are some important decisions to make the first being what sort of garden do you want? Some people prefer a garden that is well manicured, has short grass and edged lawns with borders and flower beds organised to look neat and tidy w... read more
Posted on February 8, 2021
Is your garden a safe haven for little ones?
Once the warmer months come people tend to spend a lot more time in the garden either relaxing with a glass of something cool, tackling some garden maintenance or playing with the children. It is important that if the garden is going to be used regularly by young children th... read more
Exterior Design...
There are lots of things you can do to improve the exterior design of your home. Starting with automatic sliding gates can give your home an element of class that is surely missing from most homes. It allows your home to become the centre attraction of the neighbourhood, and it is certainly a statement.
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Garden Designs...
Improving the design and layout of your garden can be done through a variety of ways. By improving access with things like a glass garden room, or by using a load of railway sleepers to construct an area in your garden, you can make drastic improvements to the feel of your garden.
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Garden Turf...
Most garden designs throughout the capital will include at least one area of lawn but turf has to be laid when it's fresh. This means that there is a great deal of pressure on London turf suppliers, especially in the summer months, because they have to cut the turf and deliver it soon after, before shelf life is reduced.
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How to Buy...
The tradition among most gardeners is to purchase their bulbs from brick and mortar retailers, but this usually has the effect of them having far less options. If you look for a place to buy lily bulbs online, you’ll find that you can purchase a larger variety of lilies direct from suppliers.
Your Own...
The perfect way to start one’s lunch or dinner is by having a salad with fresh and home-grown vegetables. Many people these days are growing vegetables in their garden. One can start growing vegetables in the garden vegetable patch.
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Hiring a...
Most companies which offer gardening services are able to accomplish the garden chores in a professional manner, finishing quickly. You can also expect a gardening company to be able to supply various plants which may improve the overall impact of the garden.
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