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Garden in the right light.

One major consideration to make when designing your ideal garden is sunlight. Often overlooked, sunlight can have a dramatic effect on the outcome of garden design. The sun rising in the East and setting in the West can help you to coordinate decorations or seating areas for example. First you need to know what direction your house and garden faces. Then you can design features around this. Do you want to be able to watch the sunset from a little alcove in your garden or do you want to avoid...
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DIY Installation of Glass Roof over Deck

The beauty of having a deck is that they can utilize any sort of decor to make a stylish outdoor space. Using a glass roof will improve the usability of your kitchen. For instance, the area could be used as an outdoor entertainment area space, sunroom, or conservatory. This is all because they will increase the openness of the deck while at the same time increasing the visibility and appeal of the deck. They in addition add a decorative look to your deck. So how can one build a glass...
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Hiring a Landscaping Architect

Landscaping architects can plan your gardens and outside spaces right down to perfection, but they need a bit of help along the way. You have to tell them what plants you like, the furniture you’re looking at and the general style of garden you’re seeking. Once you do have some sort of idea, you should plan a budget, and then let your landscaping architect make their own suggestions about what they can do for you. Think about what the garden will be used for. Do you have a hobby? Have...
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Trimming back your Shrubs

There’s comes a time when shrubs need to be cut back, and whether you have big bushy shrubs or small thorny shrubs it’s important that they’re maintained throughout the year; otherwise a garden can look a little bit jumbled. When you trim back your shrubs you should always think about the flower heads or the bulbs, and usually the best time to cut these back is after spring when the heads have all come through. The branches that are thin and tend to peel away from a bigger branch should...
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Planting Apple Trees in your Garden

There are many different types of apple trees that can make a grade look a lot more mature, and a distinctive apple tree doesn’t just offer a fantastic style, it also means you get the benefit of a home grown fantastic tasting fruit. The best time to plant apple trees is when the war m weather picks up. If there is still a chill around in early spring then it’s better to wait, otherwise you may find the seeds just haven’t worked as expected. You should plant the trees in...
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