2020-06-17 08:15
For many enthusiasts, gardening is about the method and the meticulous detail as much as it’s about the result. There’s a sense of reward to seeing your planning and participatio… Read More
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2020-06-17 08:14
Your garden is important!So many people tend to neglect their garden due to lack of time, or not wanting to put the effort in, but it’s a luxury you shouldn’t take advantage of!… Read More
2020-06-17 08:11
The garden is the perfect place for all the family to spend time together. Now that summer is here, you need to make the most of your outside space. It’s also a great place for the kid… Read More
2020-06-17 08:08
Summer is almost upon us, and it’s hopefully it will be a particularly long hot one this year. With the current world events meaning people are staying at home more it is worth investi… Read More
2020-05-27 15:22
We all hear the phrase curb appeal when estate agents or tv make over shows are looking at houses, and I guess like me many people think its a bit of a strange one, do you only make your hom… Read More
2020-01-20 22:59
Over the last century, humans have produced a phenomenal amount of plastic goods due to its cheap production and versatile nature. Unfortunately, most of these plastic items have a short lif… Read More
2020-01-20 22:58
The plastic-waste crisis and its impact on climate change weighs heavily on our minds. If we keep using plastic at the current rate, there will be more plastic than fish in the world’s… Read More
2019-10-03 20:10
This uniquely titled slot features excellent graphics, free bonus spins, and 3D imagery. This traditional cocktail makes for one tasty game! The reaction feature alone is sure to hold your a… Read More
2019-09-25 09:55
Image - CC0 LicenseMany felines find their outdoor space just as important as the indoors. The garden provides your pet with a sensory experience, as well as space to exercise, play, and hid… Read More
2019-09-23 09:09
We all love trees; they provide protection from the weather, they’re lovely to talk a walk through, and they house all manner of cute creatures and critters. Not to mention how necessa… Read More
2019-09-10 08:24
PexelsMany of us have experience tending to our own gardens, and yet there are many gardening jobs we may consider to be a large challenge. It might be that we come into property that has a… Read More
2019-07-30 17:51
A beautiful garden is a must for every garden-enthusiast, but it doesn’t mean it always looks the part. Often, planting too many of the same things make it seem samey and dull as if it… Read More
2019-07-28 15:27
Not every garden has a lawn, but for every garden that does have one, it needs to be perfect. Taking care of a lawn is actually a little more involved than people tend to think, and for that… Read More
2019-07-04 10:36
In many ways, gardening is like cooking. We tend to learn at the knees of our parents and from watching them work their magic throughout our formative years. When we’re young, pretty m… Read More
2019-04-29 11:17
The perfect cottage is a house that enhances your bond to nature. Not only does it bring you closer through its location – you’d be hard pressed to find a cottage in the middle o… Read More
2019-04-23 11:25
Asparagus when bought in the supermarket are usually imported and they usually do not have the same delicious flavour compared to when you grow your own produce. If you are going to grow asp… Read More
2019-04-23 11:21
Prune apple & pear treesThe winter period is quite a good time of year to prune your apple and pear trees as they are now dormant. Trim back to one or two buds, thin out branches that ar… Read More
2019-04-23 11:20
Growing your own plants and gardening isn’t as hard as it looks. In fact, there are plenty of things that you can do to make it easier on yourself, and when you start with the below yo… Read More
2019-03-29 01:34
Image Our favourite time of year is almost upon us and we are starting to prepare the outdoor space for all of the new life it is about to bloom during the spring and the summer. Spring… Read More
2019-03-18 16:54
As a gardener, seasoned or new, you will know that gardening can be one of the most rewarding pastimes; immersing yourself in your garden and seeing the results. However, taking care of your… Read More
2019-02-19 09:47
You aren’t afraid to say that you take great pride in your garden. When your backyard is looking a little tattered and torn you don’t quite feel complete. Your house can be as me… Read More
2019-01-18 14:54
Prune apple & pear treesThe winter period is quite a good time of year to prune your apple and pear trees as they are now dormant. Trim back to one or two buds, thin out branches that ar… Read More
2019-01-17 15:10
How cool are these, not a melon and not a cucumber but a cucamelon. One of the highlights of James Wongs recent book "Home Grown Revolution".Described by the seed company as follows:An… Read More
2019-01-16 15:50
Gardens can be an ideal retreat in the summertime. When you’re not cutting grass, weeding or trimming bushes they give you the opportunity to extend your relaxation space outside. To p… Read More
2019-01-16 14:56
If you grow rhubarb in your garden or allotment you should be thinking about dividing it over the next few weeks if you haven't done it for a while. Rhubarb plants should be divided every fi… Read More
2019-01-16 14:52
Parsnips are one of the best vegetables for winter with a lovey nutty taste and there are so many wonderful ways to prepare them. Heres a few I love.Parmesan crusted Parsnips.Cook the parsni… Read More
2019-01-16 14:50
Propagation from seed requires specialist laboratory equipment, but some orchids can be successfully propagated at home by other means:From plantlets: These appear from the growing points of… Read More
2019-01-16 14:49
It is often suggested that more orchids fail as a result of an incorrect watering regime than any other reason. When it comes to watering these epiphytes there are two elements to consider w… Read More
2019-01-02 15:09
Good tools are the key to a good garden and any keen gardener will know they make your life so much easier when they are well maintained. Great tools are an investment worth making as we are… Read More
2018-12-19 10:44
Pixabay (CC0 Licence)Trees are an integral part of any garden design and, aside from the occasional trimming of branches, they are also relatively low maintenance. However, trees - like any… Read More
2018-11-14 12:55
As unexpected as it might sound, there are situations when you can have too much garden for your own good. Indeed, if, for instance, you have been struggling with garden issues that can&rsq&helli…Read More
2018-11-11 08:27
“If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need,” were said to be the wise words of famous Roman, Cicero. But, although it can prove fulfilling to read a… Read More
2018-08-09 14:14
Pexels Not all of us are lucky enough to work in a green space outside. Why this may be your ultimate goal, your ambitions as a gardener may not be so easily patient. Sometimes, you jus… Read More
2018-08-06 14:39
Pexels Renewing your garden can be an excellent pursuit, as it helps you completely reassess the space you have been given to work with. It may be that you’re tired of the old lay… Read More
2018-06-20 13:34
Summer is finally here, and the sun comes is out, it time to make the most of it and plan though summer BBQ gatherings. But instead of bringing out the standard barbecue, why not build your… Read More
2018-06-13 09:36
The garden is the perfect place for all the family to spend time together. Now that summer is here, you need to make the most of your outside space. It’s also a great place for the kid… Read More
2018-05-23 16:24
Gardening is wonderful. It allows you to release your inner creativity and let it show throughout your backyard. It’s also an incredibly stress relieving activity, as it takes you away… Read More
2018-04-30 17:16
With summer just around the corner, it’s finally time to look forward to some long and warm days spent in the garden. Your garden might be looking a little neglected due to the winter… Read More
2018-04-29 17:08
Image SourceAs the weather warms up, more of us will be spending time on our patios relaxing and eating outdoor dinners. Here are some ways that you can spice up your patio in preparation fo… Read More
2018-04-26 16:30
Summer is almost here and that means one thing: getting the garden in shape. Everyone wants to be able to sit outside in the sun and admire their work. Let’s face it – we like t… Read More
2018-04-06 11:46
Gardening is something that many people enjoy as a hobby. It’s an opportunity to be creative, grow something from nothing, or just spend time in the great outdoors. A lot of people tak… Read More
2018-04-06 11:45
Max PixelThe garden can be the unrivalled champion of stress relief. If you’ve found yourself taking on a lot of stress due to work or home obligations recently, then it might be time… Read More
2018-04-06 11:43
An essential herb you should have available to you is bay (Laurus nobilis) it is an easily available plant to buy but if you want to grow your own heres how!Take a heel cutting, a fresh shoo… Read More
2018-04-04 09:22
At this time of the year Tokyo becomes pink with streets full of Cherry Blossoms. Read More
2018-03-12 11:07
Having a greenhouse is a great way for you to grow the things you have always wanted and on top of this, you can really reap the rewards of your hard work as well. The main problem that a l… Read More
2018-02-27 14:38
Now the Christmas rush is over and we are all busy focusing on our new year's resolutions some will begin to look to their gardens. Winter is yet to end but spring draws ever near. Gardening… Read More
2018-02-27 14:36
If you’re lucky enough to be living near the equator, then you don’t have to worry about winter. But the rest of us stress and prepare for winter from as early as August. Don&rsq&hell…Read More
2018-02-27 14:35
Following on from our post earlier this month about how to grow onions its worth reminding ourselves that there are actually quite a number of different varieties of onions from se… Read More
2018-02-27 14:34
For those who consider themselves to be at least a little green-fingered, the idea of starting an allotment might be a frequently recurring fantasy. And why not - having an allotment has man… Read More
2018-01-29 10:48
Do you love how your garden looks one season, only to wish it looked a different way the next? You should expect high and low periods with your garden - things happen that we just can’… Read More
2018-01-09 11:27
We weren’t all born blessed with green fingers and radiating creativity in our every step. While exuding imaginative ingenious in garden design and maintenance is the trait of a lucky… Read More
2018-01-02 14:39
Your garden is important!So many people tend to neglect their garden due to lack of time, or not wanting to put the effort in, but it’s a luxury you shouldn’t take advantage of!… Read More
2017-12-12 09:54
There are all sorts of challenges to gardening in the UK. From the unpredictable weather to unwanted garden visitors, it’s not always easy to grow things at the bottom of your garden… Read More
2017-10-30 12:33
The UK might not be known for its fantastic weather, but it doesn’t mean us Brits can’t have success in the garden! The average growing season is now a month longer than it w… Read More
2017-10-13 08:56
Many believe that the cooling weather means it's time to pause gardening efforts for the year. However, if you're hoping to have healthy plants growing when next year rolls around, you'll wa… Read More
2017-10-11 08:59
If you grow rhubarb in your garden or allotment you should be thinking about dividing it over the next few weeks if you haven't done it for a while. Rhubarb plants should be divided every fi… Read More
2017-10-11 08:58
Following on from this post about growing herbs with limited space it is possible to take this one step further and create vertical herb gardens.Using either a custom kit (widely a… Read More
2017-10-11 08:55
Following on from our post the other day about how to grow onions, we thought it would be a good time to think about what to do with some of them! Onion based soups have been popular at… Read More
2017-10-11 08:40
If you are an avid gardener, you’ll know that it can be difficult keeping your yard beautiful. There are numerous common issues that gardeners deal with everyday they get down on their… Read More
2017-10-03 12:48
(Image Link)The outdoor space that comes with most properties is severely under used. Most people will let this area fall out of shape, making it hard to use them for hosting guests or enter… Read More
2017-09-13 08:45
For many of us, there are few places that make us feel calmer or more relaxed than our gardens. Sadly, we don’t all have outdoor spaces that are reminiscent of glossy magazine images… Read More
2017-07-27 15:33
What springs to mind when you think about a summer garden? The odds are that you will imagine a nice decking, a neat lawn, and beautiful flowers with vibrant colours. What you won’t th… Read More
2017-07-27 15:19
To many, gardening is a hobby, as much about the effort you put into creating the perfect outdoor space as it is about the results you end up with. However, the idea that you should do absol… Read More
2017-07-10 10:50
We want to fill our gardens with gorgeous plants and flowers. After all, you want it to look superb for when friends and family come over for a visit. And ensuring you have plenty of these c… Read More
2017-07-07 10:39
Image SourceWhen it comes to gardens, those with a keen eye are wanting to keep it looking fresh and blooming the whole year round. Of course, living in the UK means that we don’t real… Read More
2017-06-22 07:43
source According to the famous book Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, ‘The test of the machine is the satisfaction it gives you.’ And if you were to replace the wor… Read More
2017-06-20 10:22
Among the most common reasons why you might be thinking of a low maintenance, garden is because you want a complete redesign. No more filthy weeds that pop up out of nowhere, no more loose s… Read More
2017-06-14 17:55
Pixabay Weeds, eh? While they’re not quite the bane of the average gardener’s life that many people make them out to be, they’re certainly pretty irritating and disrup… Read More
2017-06-07 16:17
For many enthusiasts, gardening is about the method and the meticulous detail as much as it’s about the result. There’s a sense of reward to seeing your planning and participatio… Read More
2017-04-16 19:51
Summer is almost upon us, and it’s supposed to be a particularly long, beautiful one this year. Being out in your back garden doesn’t hold much joy the rest of the year, unless y… Read More
2017-03-31 14:08
Breathing fresh life into the outside of your home is a great to way to unleash a new lease of life into the whole property, but when doing so you must do so legally. Surprisingly, there are… Read More
2017-03-23 11:25
Max PixelThe garden can be the unrivalled champion of stress relief. If you’ve found yourself taking on a lot of stress due to work or home obligations recently, then it might be time… Read More
2017-03-23 11:23
Located close to Gatwick Airport is the fantastic Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden. The stunning selection of sculptures chosen by owner-curator, Hannah Peschar, is extremely wid… Read More
2017-03-12 16:23
An essential herb you should have available to you is bay (Laurus nobilis) it is an easily available plant to buy but if you want to grow your own heres how!Take a heel cutting, a fresh shoo… Read More
2017-03-10 16:15
Water features, whether they’re fountains, ponds or rills, can be a wonderful addition to any garden. However, a lot of gardeners will hit a point where they look at their standing wat… Read More
2017-03-03 14:50
Image sourceYour dog is an important part of the family. He is always happy to see you; always there for you with a wagging tail when you’re down, so you should do what you can to take… Read More
2017-02-27 11:16
If you can’t wait for the summer months and the way that they bring out the best in all of your beautiful flowers, then why wait? Don’t wait for the summer when you can bring the… Read More
2017-02-21 14:55
A lot of people put more thought into the interior of their homes, than they do with the exterior. It makes sense to some people to make sure that the inside of their homes is completely to… Read More
2017-02-17 15:59
[ Image Source ] Whisper it quietly, but the time to get back in the garden is creeping nearer and nearer. This is good news for some, who since October have been limiting their outdoor work… Read More
2017-02-13 18:45
For those who consider themselves to be at least a little green-fingered, the idea of starting an allotment might be a frequently recurring fantasy. And why not - having an allotment has man… Read More
2017-01-31 14:03
We haven’t even reached the end of January, but I dare say you’ve already binned the majority of your New Year’s resolutions. Haven’t you? Getting super fit, g… Read More
2017-01-24 14:57
Prune apple & pear treesThe winter period is quite a good time of year to prune your apple and pear trees as they are now dormant. Trim back to one or two buds, thin out branches that ar… Read More
2017-01-23 16:18
Via Piotr SiedleckiYou would think that a garden is about as green as it gets. But the truth is that many people don't think a lot about the environment when they design their garden. The sp… Read More
2017-01-13 16:16
There’s not a better time to start planning for new additions to your garden than now. Although we are still in winter (and will be for a while), getting prepared for the summer ahead… Read More
2017-01-04 11:31
Now the Christmas rush is over and we are all busy focusing on our new year's resolutions some will begin to look to their gardens. Winter is yet to end but spring draws ever near. Gardening… Read More
2016-12-22 16:40
Flickr Image: jenEven though it’s currently winter, it’s never too early to start planning your garden for next year, especially if you’ve got a bare plot of land or have j… Read More
2016-12-19 16:04
Following on from our post earlier this month about how to grow onions its worth reminding ourselves that there are actually quite a number of different varieties of onions from… Read More
2016-12-19 16:03
Parsnips are one of the best vegetables for winter with a lovey nutty taste and there are so many wonderful ways to prepare them. Heres a few I love.Parmesan crusted Parsnips.Cook the par… Read More
2016-12-19 16:02
Having a magical looking garden can be one of the best additions to your home. Not only will it up the value of your home, it’ll give you somewhere to spend time, whether you’re… Read More
2016-12-12 16:19
Gardening is something that many people enjoy as a hobby. It’s an opportunity to be creative, grow something from nothing, or just spend time in the great outdoors. A lot of people tak… Read More
2016-11-14 17:22
(Image Credit)As a species, all humans are under extreme pressure to improve the way they live and reduce their impact on the world. There are loads of ways that you can do this within the h… Read More
2016-11-09 16:33
PictureFrom playing football to sitting on a swing, young children love to spend time outside in their gardens. It’s an environment where they feel safe to run around and explore their… Read More
2016-11-09 11:33
For some people, the onset of colder weather and longer evenings means no more time in the garden. For some, that is a good thing - leave it there, and come back to it in March to deal with… Read More
2016-10-25 20:50
If you’re like many gardeners, you have a bit of a soft spot for homes that have vintage appeal. There’s something wholly romantic about anything that has a history. But getting… Read More
2016-10-06 13:20
The UK might not be known for its fantastic weather, but it doesn’t mean us Brits can’t have success in the garden! The average growing season is now a month longer than it was i… Read More
2016-09-22 11:20
Having a small garden doesn’t have to be the end of the world for keen gardeners. In fact, there is so much you can still add to your garden to ensure it’s one of the best areas… Read More
2016-09-20 12:04
Growing our own vegetables is a pastime enjoyed by many - the fresh air, relaxation, having only the freshest food to eat at home. However, there are some gardeners who do things a little di… Read More
2016-09-20 11:59
Growing our own vegetables is a pastime enjoyed by many - the fresh air, relaxation, having only the freshest food to eat at home. However, there are some gardeners who do things a little di… Read More
2016-09-14 14:50
Many of us are rather fed up with the increasing cost of food shopping. These days, you won't get much change out of £100 to feed a family of three from a big-name supermarket. As a re… Read More
2016-09-12 11:49
Gardening is a lot of work. Even if you just want to keep it tidy. So, you want to know that your effort led to something that’s truly beautiful. Of course, tastes will differ on what… Read More
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