Collaborative post Backyard renovations are a worthy investment every homeowner should consider. They can raise your home’s value; upgrading your backyard is an excellent way to make your home more attractive and welcoming. It also helps ensure you enjoy your outdoor space to the maximum potential. Outdoor upgrades allow you to showcase your style and taste outside your home as well as inside. A hospitable backyard also gives you the means ...
How to design a beautiful sensory garden in a small space
Collaborative post Creating a beautiful sensory garden in a small space can be a challenge. But with careful planning, the right plants, and some accessories, you can turn even the tiniest of outdoor spaces into a fragrant and colourful oasis. This article highlights a few design tips you could use to create an elegant garden that will be sure to provide a feast for the senses, despite having a small space to work with. What is a ...
15 key garden trends 2023
By its very nature, creating a beautiful garden is a long-term project. After all, plants grow at their own pace, not according to our time plan. But that doesn’t mean gardens and gardening are immune to current fashions. The garden trends 2023 are sure to influence our outdoor spaces on some level over the next twelve months. Garden trends 2023 More than ever, the garden trends 2023 reflect a response to the challenges we’ve all ...
How to design a flower bed
Collaborative post Many things make up a garden and contribute to its beauty, but one of the most popular elements is a flower bed. For many people, a flower bed is the heart of the garden, with other elements working around this timeless method of growing flowers and greenery. Types of flower beds There are many types of flower bed, but in this article we'll concentrate on two: border and island. Border flower beds are mostly grown ...
How to make money from spare garden space
Collaborative post Are you looking for ways to make the most of spare garden space? Many of us use our garden purely for leisure. However, it’s possible that some of your spare land could be an extra source of income. But how exactly do you make money from spare garden space? This post lists a few possible options. Sell your land One option is to sell off land that you don’t need. This could give you a hefty lump sum of cash ...
How to choose the best outdoor furniture for your garden
Collaborative post Would you like to update your outdoor furniture? Whether you use your garden as a place to relax, entertain, or spend time with the kids, chances are you’ll get lots of use from some outdoor furniture. There’s a huge range of garden furniture to choose from, and this is often a long-term investment, so naturally you’ll want to get it right first time. Choosing the best outdoor furniture for your garden If ...
Garden privacy: the best ways to make a garden more private
Do you enjoy spending time in the garden? If so, you probably value your garden privacy and find it less than relaxing to be overlooked. Luckily, a garden can always be made more private, even if you're on a tight budget. Planting trees and shrubs is a great way to create a natural barrier between your garden and the rest of the world. Bamboo is another popular option, as it grows quickly - although it needs to be controlled if you want to ...
Fun garden entertaining ideas
Collaborative post Whatever the size of your garden, you probably like the idea of using your outdoor space to entertain and relax. Whether you're keen on hosting barbecues, laid-back gatherings, or more formal events, there are lots of easy ways to make your garden a great place to welcome visitors, or simply enjoy some outdoor time with the family. Here are some fun garden entertaining ideas to help you host in style ...
Add value to your home with your outdoor space
External post by Susannah Hammond If you’re thinking of selling your property, you’re probably already wondering about ways to add value to your home before you put it on the market. Most of us start with interiors projects such as clearing clutter, repainting walls, replacing tired kitchen cabinet doors, or adding some fresh new bathroom tiling. This all helps to show your home in its best light, but it’s just as vital to make the most of ...
4 reasons why you should build a corner garden room
Collaborative post If you're fed up with the stresses and strains of everyday life, one easy way to get away from it all is to immerse yourself in nature. Spending time in nature can help to decrease anger and tension, while also increasing positive feelings and boosting mood. It can be as simple as stepping outside your back door, and a corner garden room will make it even easier to use your garden to enjoy nature. Corner garden rooms ...