Spring, the main time for gardeners to be planting their seeds and bulbs ready for Summer bloom. But, if you’re a beginner gardener you may be struggling to know how to prepare your garden for this time! That’s why today we are going to share with you some tips for preparing your garden for Spring. Tidy Up BordersIn preparation for spring, you should begin by tidying up your borders. This will help it be much easier for you when you come to do planting as your area is already prepared...

Should you do gardening in the winter? Yes, but gardening during the winter can seem like a challenge. Days are usually characterised as sad, plain, and bleak; but plant life below the soil is very vibrant. Before spring flowers and shrubs unleash their beauty, it is during the winter season when it truly starts to come to life. Gardeners have a lot to do during the winter. This the perfect opportunities to start planting spring seeds, to raise and dig new flower beds and to prepare the soil for the...

Conservatories exude luxury, light and space. Notable conservatories include the Barbarican conservatory and the Syon House. Having one seems to be a perfect addition to a home – a place to enjoy afternoon tea and biscuits, observing the outside while comfortably settling in. However, with all its advantages, a conservatory has its fair share of disadvantages as well. One of its disadvantages is the fact that most conservatories are made of glass. Thus, keeping it at the right temperature can be a real struggle. It can be way too hot...

It is not uncommon that gardens get forgotten about during the wet and cold months of the year. That said, there are some benefits of keeping up your gardens maintenance all year round. By maintaining your garden regularly during the winter, you can reduce the workload come spring and summer. If you leave your garden unattended, you may find your garden is covered in weeds and patchy lawn. By clearing your lawn of leaves and debris that can settle on the top of the grass is important, as it allows...

Over recent years, the sale of synthetic grass has increased, and this is due to its many qualities. Synthetic grass once had a bad reputation, however with modern changes, synthetic grass can look great in any garden. We have put together a few reasons why synthetic grass is a good idea: Low maintenance- Synthetic grass doesn’t require cutting, meaning you can get rid of your bulky lawn mower. There is no need to water is or maintain it in any way. Keeps its colour- A good quality synthetic grass keeps...