Category: Gardens

Is it a good idea to install artificial grass in your garden?

For many people the idea of having a lawned area in their garden is an attractive one even if it is only a small area but the problem with grass is that it continues to grow and so needs cutting every week or two during the spring and summer months. This in turn means that…

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Secure Garages for Storing Garden Supplies

Having a garage is an enormous benefit for people in terms of storage, especially of garden supplies that might be large, cumbersome, bulky, dirty, and otherwise difficult to store elsewhere. A secure garage is something that should be created, and then made the most of in all respects, so that it can be utilised to…

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Give your garden a makeover-install a pond

If you want to give your garden a makeover an appealing option is to build garden pond. The relaxing sounds and sights of running water can bring a feeling of calm and serenity to any garden no matter the size. If you think that installing a pond is for you then these are the things…

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How to make your garden look attractive all year round

Often during the spring and summer months you may find it easier to make your garden look attractive. You can often pick up brightly coloured plants for as little as a pound at your local supermarket. Having hanging baskets, pots or plants or simply adding some to a rockery or border really can transform a…

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Doors for Sheds and Garages

Keen gardeners will usually have a shed or a garage to store their gardening equipment – this is important to make it more practical. The entrance into the garage or shed is an important aspect of its usability, making entrance quick and easy, or slow and cumbersome if the door is old, heavy or damaged.…

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How to Grow and Care for Hyacinths

Hyacinths need to be planted in autumn, ready to bloom in the spring months. There are various types of hyacinth, including grape hyacinths, which are also known as a muscari, so make sure you follow planting instructions for the particular type of bulb that you have. You should also choose the colour you want, as…

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Muscari Bulbs: the Essentials

Muscari is a type of perennial plant that grows from bulb, originally coming from Eurasia. It is now widely grown within the UK and can be found in many gardens and borders, adding a splash of colour in the month of April when it will flower. Plan Muscari bulbs in the autumn ready for them…

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Choosing the Right Fertiliser for Plants

All plants can benefit from some fertiliser. It’s important you choose the right kind, for example, if a plant needs a fertilised with a lot of potassium, then this needs to be an important consideration. A little research will tell you what your plants need and what you can do to make sure that they…

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Some Reasons to Choose an Up and Over Door

Up and over garages are those that feature an up and over garage door, that will swing open upwards and outwards, as the name suggests. In order to have an up and over garage door, all you really need is a garage – they will be compatible with most types of garage. You can find…

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Choosing a Retractable Awning

Buying retractable awnings is popular at this time of year, as homeowners start to prepare for the spring and summer months. One of the most popular ways to do this is to prepare your outdoor space to get maximum use from it, and if you are amongst the homeowners doing just this, then you might…

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