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How To Create A Peaceful Japanese Style Garden Space

Wednesday 14 April 2021 13:10

If you’re looking for a tranquil space to enjoy all year round, there’s nothing quite like your own stunning Japanese garden.Contrary to popular belief, anyone can create a Japanese style garden in just about...

The Ultimate Guide To Slate Monoliths And Feature Stones

Tuesday 09 March 2021 14:30

Every garden or outdoor space needs an attractive focal point or central feature to complement the surrounding environment. If you’re looking to add some intrigue to your garden, there’s nothing quite like a strik...

How To Lay And Maintain A Gravel Driveway In 7 Simple Steps

Wednesday 10 February 2021 15:45

There’s nothing so welcoming as the familiar crunch of a gravel driveway as you arrive home. If you’re looking to improve the look of your home, laying a gravel driveway yourself is a fun, affordable project tha...

How To Build A Rockery

Tuesday 05 January 2021 09:35

Rockery gardens are beautiful ways to display smaller plants and add a stylish focus and talking point to any outside space. They are simple to create by yourself with a little planning and time. We’ve answered all...

How to Create and Maintain A Gravel Garden

Tuesday 22 December 2020 08:30

For an incredibly beautiful outdoor feature that’s easy to maintain, we’d recommend building a gravel garden.Whether you're a green-fingered experienced landscaper or you’re just starting out in your gar...

Climate Change: How To Future Proof Your Garden

Saturday 26 September 2020 12:00

Here in Britain, we’re avid gardeners - eternally proud of our outside spaces because we pour so much love and attention into creating them and building relaxing havens.However, the traditional quintessentially br...

Green Therapy: Why Gardening is Kind to your Mind

Tuesday 17 March 2020 10:00

Whether you struggle with mental health issues or the stresses and strains of daily life, we've put together a guide on how and why green therapy is kind to your mind.

Simple Guide To Laying A Gravel Garden Path

Sunday 01 March 2020 15:00

Maintaining a pristine garden presents a variety of challenges, including physical, financial and creative. The desire for clean and attractive garden features, with minimal maintenance and cost, has led to the increasing popul...

How To Get Kids Excited About Gardening!

Tuesday 02 April 2019 12:10

Kids love dirt. They love animals. They love playing outside. What better activity than getting them involved in your gardening? But how can you spark their interest in the first place?Grow foodGrowing food is the perfec...

A Gardener’s Calendar – Month by Month Guide

Monday 18 March 2019 13:20

Use our monthly calendar to keep on top of your gardening and when it’s the best time for each job - or just take a look for some green-fingered inspiration.Every gardening job has an ideal time - not necessarily the ...

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