gardens
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Improve Your Garden This Autumn
With Autumn here you may think your garden is a no go area until Spring comes around again, but that is not the case. This post is looking at some of the things you can do and add in order to make your garden look good, and make sure it is a place of sanctuary, relaxation and fun for all your family. Artificial Grass If you like a lawn area for your garden, but would prefer something that is low maintenance and both child and animal friendly, you should take a look at artificial grass. As you can imagine, it needs no watering, no weeding and no mowing, so it…
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Garden tips for small spaces
I have recently developed a love for gardening, and consider myself very lucky to have a large garden space, big enough for a double patio, and a large lawn area for Joe. My garden is now turning into a lovely riot of colour, as the plants I bedded in spring have now sprouted and grown. But you don’t need the space of Kew Gardens to be able to have a lovely garden area, or to get a thrill from growing your own fruit or flowers. A small backyard, or even a balcony if you live in a flat or apartment, can give you a space to make beautiful. Gardening is…
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Creating A Garden Space For Your Children
With the coming of Spring with the promise of warmer weather and lighter nights, my thoughts always turn to my garden. A lovely garden is a haven, a place to relax and unwind, a place to enjoy being outside with a book or a glass of wine, to let the cares of the day disappear. But if you have a young family, then the garden is not just your preserve, you need to make sure it is a place that you can all enjoy. So how can you do that? Create a play area for your children A garden is a fun place, and if you add the right elements…
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Stylish Gardens – Hints and Tips
With the coming of May, your thoughts are probably turning to your garden, and all the time you will be able to spend in it as the weather improves. Whatever the size of your garden, it can be a beautiful space which you can enjoy with your family, and whether you decide to tackle this yourself, or if the project is too big so you get some professional landscaping help, the lovely weather that we have been promised for this Bank Holiday weekend makes this the perfect time to get in the garden. If you are struggling to decide what to do with your garden, follow a few of the…
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5 DIY ideas for your backyard this summer
Over the winter months, our backyards often become the forgotten piece of our homes. After all, nobody wants to go out and work on their yard in the cold, harsh depth of January or February when there is a warm house, steaming hot coffee and Netflix to catch up on. Now that summer is on its way though, we’ll be spending a lot more time out in our backyards and before she gets here is the time to start getting them ready for the sunshine. From using old wine boxes to create a portable herb garden to turning tires into planters, here are five DIY ideas for your backyard this…
