Collaborative post When space is tight at home, the obvious option for most homeowners is to plan an extension. But garden rooms are also a great way to gain extra space. Garden rooms are usually a more cost-effective way to increase your living space than a traditional extension. Those lucky enough to have a garden at the rear of their homes can opt for this stylish, yet functional addition to their property. Self-contained garden rooms ...
Win stunning tulip bulbs worth £117 from Dutch Grown
This is a collaborative post in partnership with DutchGrown Are you starting to think about next year's garden? Autumn is a great time to make plans for next year's flowers, and it's also the perfect season to plant spring bulbs. This fantastic tulip bulbs giveaway in partnership with Dutch Grown will help you fill your garden with beautiful blooms when spring arrives. I've got a collection of 60 fabulous tulip bulbs to give away to a ...
Review: Carbon Gold Biochar compost & soil improvers
This is a collaborative post in partnership with Carbon Gold I always find September to be a brilliant month for planning new projects. That old back-to-school feeling never fails to get me organised, and the garden is no exception. I'm busy working out how to keep the colour going, planning next year's garden, and tackling jobs that were neglected during the hectic spring and summer months. Are you getting organised this month ...
How to make your winter garden look good
Collaborative post When it comes to our gardens, we tend to focus on making them look good in the warmer months of the year. After all, this is when we use our gardens the most, whether that's to entertain, relax, or play with the kids. The problem with this approach to gardens and plants is that by the time winter arrives, your outdoor space could well be looking pretty bare and miserable. Lots of plants die back during the colder ...
Win a Seedball mini wildflower meadow pot set
This is a collaborative post in partnership with Seedball Welcome to a lovely new giveaway. If you'd like to explore a quick and easy way to make your garden more wildlife-friendly, this is perfect for you :) I'm teaming up with the lovely people at Seedball to give away four sets of their Mini Meadow Pots, which are a super-simple way to grow wildflowers in even the smallest of spaces. Why you should plant wildflowers There are ...
Money-saving allotment DIY projects
Collaborative post If you've got an allotment, you're probably already familiar with how tempting it can be to spend lots of money on your plot. I remember how easy it was to get carried away when we first got our allotment; having that extra space and the chance to make it look exactly how we wanted it to was just so exciting! Even if you don't get carried away, buying everything you need for your allotment can be quite expensive. Easy ...
Win a Happy Beaks bird feeding bundle
This is a collaborative post in partnership with Happy Beaks Would you like to do more to look after your local wild birds? This great giveaway from Happy Beaks will help you provide a feast for your feathered friends this autumn. Why is it important to feed wild birds? As the seasons shift towards shorter days and colder temperatures, it's harder for wild birds to find food. By the time winter arrives, natural sources of food such ...
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 ...
Gardening for kids: 10 brilliant garden projects to do with children
Are you looking for inspiration on gardening for kids? These ten great projects are perfect for getting kids gardening and having fun outdoors. As well as being lots of fun, gardening for children is a great way to explore their senses, learn about nature, and develop an interest in healthy living. Gardening is also a fantastic way to spend time as a family, and can have a hugely positive impact on everyone’s mental health. My new ...
Summer gardening: ten easy ways to keep your garden looking good all summer long
Collaborative post Summer has well and truly arrived, bringing with it warmer weather and the opportunity to enjoy our gardens more often. Add in the fact that we’re all in the habit of using our gardens to socialise these days, and it’s definitely a good idea to keep your garden looking good at this time of year. Easy ways to keep your garden looking good all summer long If your garden could do with a boost, there are lots of easy ...
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