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Having a beautiful garden in which to escape is becoming increasingly important to people all over the UK as a result of the pandemic and lockdown, with us all keen to spend more time outside, enjoying nature and the local flora and fauna. And it also seems that front garden design is proving popular at […]

Garden borders constitute an essential part of any good landscaping project and they’re a brilliant (and beautiful) way to create a sense of flow, section off various parts of the site and even hide aspects you don’t want to see, such as sheds and other more utilitarian features that aren’t especially exciting. You need to

As with any home improvement project, the key to getting your garden landscaping right is planning and preparation, taking the time to sit down and really think about what you want from the space and what sort of needs you want it to fulfil. Before you start shopping or spending any money, decide on whether

When it comes to gardening, birds have a hugely important role to play so you’d be wise to do all you can to attract them to your outdoor spaces. They can help with pest and rodent control, flower pollination and weed control – and it’s always lovely doing some bird watching early in the morning

January is the perfect time to think about what you want to do in the garden come spring and planning properly now can mean success later in the year, especially if you’re new to gardening. Preparation is key! Something you might like to consider as an option for your outside spaces is conscious gardening, also

Reducing our water usage and consumption is going to become increasingly important in the future, as water shortages start to be felt and demand begins to outstrip supply (which will happen in some parts of England in as little as ten years’ time!). As a gardener, this is obviously rather concerning, since water is essential

Lots of us discovered gardening for the first time this year, as a result of the pandemic and lockdown restrictions seeing us all at home an awful lot more than usual. Gardening is amazing for your physical and mental wellbeing, but if you’re new to it, it can seem a little daunting – especially where

If you’re keen to start gardening in the new year but aren’t sure where to begin, thinking about creating an organic garden at home could be a great direction to consider going in, prioritising natural methods for a more sustainable growing environment. There are all sorts of benefits to building an organic garden, including healthier

We all know that one of the interesting side-effects of the pandemic has been a serious surge in gardening, with people all over the country discovering their green thumbs for the first time as a result of spending so much more time at home over lockdown. However, it seems that some of you have been

If you’re looking for a home improvement project to get started with over the next few weeks, landscaping your outdoor areas could be a great choice, because your plants lie dormant over the winter – so now’s the perfect opportunity to revamp your garden. To ensure you end up with a successful design and outdoor