Collaborative post Do you have a garden gazebo gathering dust in your shed or garage? We tend to think of these portable structures as a temporary solution on a specific occasion, such as a garden party or camping trip. But there are actually lots of ways you can use a gazebo outdoors. Whether you’ve got a gazebo that’s being neglected, or are wondering whether it’s worth investing in one, here are six ways you can put it to ...
Six easy tips for garden tool maintenance
Collaborative post If you enjoy gardening as a hobby, you're probably keen to get the best out of your tools and equipment. Having spent money on them, it makes sense to do what you can to keep your tools in good condition, so that they will provide years of service and always be safe to use. If you're not sure where to start when it comes to garden tool maintenance, here are six easy tips on how to keep your kit in tip-top shape. Get ...
Top 10 beautiful low-maintenance flowering plants
Collaborative post If you have a garden or backyard, you probably love the idea of it being a lush heaven, full of beautiful flowers and verdant shrubbery. But let’s face it: not everyone has green fingers! That’s where low-maintenance flowering plants come in. Low-maintenance plants bloom beautifully, look amazing both in a pot and in a border, but don’t require you to have a degree in horticulture. Pick the right plants, and you can ...
Vertical gardening with Gardena NatureUp! | AD
This is a commissioned post in collaboration with Gardena Introducing my new vertical herb garden! I do love a new gardening project, and this week I’ve been enjoying myself creating a herb garden for our new patio. If you’ve been reading the blog lately, you’ll know we’re in the middle of a complete garden re-design, so this little project has been a lovely way to take a break from the heavy work and give us some instant ...
Happy gardening with Fiskars | AD
This is a commissioned post in collaboration with Fiskars The gardening season is well and truly underway, and it’s time to get busy :) Spring and summer are usually the time of year when the garden demands the most from us. With plants putting on growth spurts, weeds doing the same, and warmer weather creating the need to keep up with watering, it can all feel a bit stressful! I’m feeling the gardening pressure in a different way this ...
The garden tools and equipment you really need
Collaborative post If you had to estimate how many pieces of gardening equipment you had, how big would that number be? Be honest! I’m asking this question because I’ve just given my shed a bit of a tidy-up before the gardening season really takes off, and I almost disappeared under the pile of gardening stuff I had to re-arrange. And that got me thinking: which things could I literally not garden without? There’s a ...
Why gardening is good for you and the planet
Collaborative post Are you someone who’s been gardening for years? Someone who’s only recently discovered the joys of gardening? Or maybe someone who’s never even picked up any gardening tools before, but curious to find out what the hype is all about? Well, gardening engages the body, stimulates the mind and uplifts the spirit! Not only can gardening provide many mental and physical health benefits, but it can also provide environmental ...
Tips from Wido on sprucing up your spring garden
Are you getting busy in the garden yet? We've had some amazing weather lately, and it's definitely motivated me to get out there and make the garden look presentable! We tend to use our gardens much less in the winter months, but spring is the perfect time to give things a spruce-up and tackle those jobs you've been ignoring. If you're not sure what to do first, check out this fab infographic from online retailer Wido which is full of ideas ...
Top 10 reasons to choose synthetic rattan garden furniture
Synthetic rattan garden furniture has become increasingly popular over recent years, and has seen a resurgence in the garden trends for 2019 - and it’s not at all difficult to see why. The benefits of this particular type of rattan are countless, all whilst looking perfectly Pinterest-worthy and exuding class and style. Not only is synthetic rattan cheaper than the real deal whilst still looking just as good, but there are many other plus ...
Using artificial grass to tackle tricky outdoor spaces
Artificial grass is becoming more and more popular as a low-maintenance way to create a lush-looking lawn, and it's particularly well-suited to situations where a traditional living lawn is difficult to achieve. This guest post explains the basics of artificial grass, and covers some key outdoor challenges that can be tackled using it. Garden styles and functions vary enormously, and of course every garden is unique in its own way. That ...