The nights are certainly drawing in quicker and the cold is setting in, meaning winter is well on its way. Gardens can be enjoyed all year round but often during the winter months we tend not to venture out there as much. Before the bad weather sets in too much…
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Looking after your gardening furniture during winter
During the winter months you may want to try and shelter your garden furniture to avoid it getting damaged or weathered. The wind and rain can cause materials to fade and also metal poles to bend. If you have a garage or a shed that is big enough for the…
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Achieving Aesthetic Perfection with Matching Glazed Garage Doors and Entrance Doors
Garage doors have come a long way in the last few years, not least in terms of appearance. They aren’t the functional pieces of metal they once were; instead, they are high tech, thermally efficient, long lasting, and very aesthetically pleasing as well. Garage doors with window and doors is…
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How to transform your patio
Many of us have patios that are made up of concreate slabs. The slabs may have been there for years and over time they can become discoloured. This can change the whole appearance of the patio area and even just after one winter you will notice the slabs start to…
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Can you transform your garden cheaply?
Since the outbreak of Covid 19 and the following lockdown period people have begun to see their garden more and more as an extension of their home and have started putting a lot of thought into the planning and maintenance of their garden. The cost of renovating a garden can…
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How to Grow Alliums from Bulb
The allium species is huge, and it includes many edible plants such as onions, garlic, chives and more. Alliums that you grow in your garden come in many different colours; the shades available present a whole host of choices for your landscaping theme. If you grow allium bulbs from the…
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Embarking on a New Garden Project
Gardening is a great hobby, and one that more people pick up when spending extended periods of time at home. There can be a lot that people can enjoy about gardening, but it’s useful to know where to start when you are new to growing plants and flowers. The top…
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How to Look After Oak Wood Flooring
Oak wood flooring is one of the most beautiful types of flooring around and is much coveted by people for their homes. A real wood floor looks stunning, feels great underfoot, and generally is a very desirable type of flooring that will never look old fashioned. It’s very modern and…
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How Easy is it to Grow a Rubber Plant?
The ficus trifecta group of plants are relatively easy to grow, and the rubber plant is supposedly the easiest of them all. However, it will need specialist care and an owner who knows what they are doing to keep it healthy and thriving all year round. Here are some tips…
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Can you Grow a Spider Plant Out of Doors?
Many people grow spider plants in their homes, but did you know it is also possible to grow these plants in the great outdoors? It’s possible to keep them outside and keep them very healthy as well, as long as you are a little bit careful about where you position…
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How to Grow an Amaryllis for Christmas
Amaryllis flowers are rather iconic at Christmas time. They are a popular flower to grow in the winter and many people now associate their blooms with the Christmas season. In fact, one species of amaryllis is known as the Christmas amaryllis, and within this there are various different types of…
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Awnings for the Autumn Months
An awning can be used at any time of the year, though in the winter or autumn months, there might be the need for some additional facilities too. If you want to keep using your garden throughout the autumn and making the most of the space, then it isn’t a…