The beauty of the Greek Islands or sipping cocktails around a swimming pool at a Fijian resort are things we can only dream about at the moment. As a result, many of us look at our homes and seek to create our own safe havens where we can relax, be entertained, and escape the world […]
Monthly Archives: March 2021
When the weather warms our thoughts turn to spending time outdoors, which inevitably means noticing how much we need to spruce up our gardens and front yards. Whether you’re trying to increase your curb appeal, add a few raised beds to grow tomatoes and kale, or design and grow the English garden of your dreams, […]
13 items in this article 3 items on sale! Photo: Tom Werner / Getty Images Whether you’re growing flowers or vegetables, planting your very first garden or your 20th (and even if you’re a self-employed homesteader), there are some tools any home horticulturalist will find essential. So, to help you find the best tools for […]
If your lot is in need of updating, garden landscaping costs will be on your mind. Good garden landscaping could turn yours into a space you really enjoy spending time in, whether it’s tending to plants, growing veg and fruit, relaxing, cooking, or eating. eat – or all of the above. Landscaping costs include both […]
ESCANABA – As the snow melts and warmer temperatures make us think about planting, Wild Ones is pleased to announce the release of seven professionally designed native garden plans free to the public. The designs are specific to different ecoregions across the country, including Minneapolis, Chicago, Milwaukee, Toledo, Chattanooga, St. Louis, and Tallahassee. An eighth […]
Of Steep slopes with steps and rugged terrain, many gardens have dangers that can make them dangerous for people with reduced mobility. But, with small changes in layout and design, there are plenty of ways to create a safe space accessible to everyone. “As a garden designer, I love the process of putting together ideas, […]
We earn commission for products purchased through certain links in this article. Do you dream of a professional garden project for your own backyard, like the ones you see Alan Titchmarsh and his team create on his makeover shows? This dream can easily come true without Alan’s help, but with the help of a professional […]
Has winter already passed? It sure feels like it. The sun seems to stay a bit longer than in previous weeks. You’ve probably even gone out a few times without a winter coat. Spring is coming and if you haven’t considered digging your fingers in some dirt to moisten your green thumbs, now is the […]
As a father-son team, we both tend to tear things up. We’re not reckless, just action-oriented – spontaneity can be a lot of fun. However, the orientation towards action has costs, especially with regard to market gardening. We have lost count of the number of times we have had too many grafts for the allocated […]
WhatShed is a UK landscape and garden consultancy firm that recently caused a stir on social media by posting to Your website Showcasing incredible, expert-led action in Minecraft, a popular creative video game developed by Mojang Studios that has sold over 200 million copies since launch, to advise customers so they can easily design their […]
When it comes to garden design mistakes, planting isn’t your problem. You certainly know which plant tribe you belong to. You lean towards a wild Mediterranean theme with drifts of lavender and an olive tree. Or maybe modern front garden ideas are more your thing and you like sculptural block planting. You may prefer a […]
New “upscale” apartments should be created above two Walsall stores in order to revitalize the city center. Walsall City Council planners are considering a proposal from developer Henry Joseph, who wants the apartments to be built above the two shops on Park Street. He said the additional residential supply would increase traffic to the city […]
An area of Crianlarich once ravaged by visitors leaving human waste may soon be turned into a community garden. The Strathfillan Community Development Trust has submitted a change-of-use request to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park planners for land at Lower Station Yard, Meadow Grove and land northwest of Glenbruar House. The trust leased […]
It is so easy to go wrong by making basic garden design mistakes when planning your outdoor space. Before you start, always take a step back and take a big picture. Take a look at our guide to modern garden design ideas if you need design inspiration before you get started. One of the most […]
Prices and availability of the offer may change after the publication date. The days are getting longer, the trees are starting to bloom, and the chill in the air is starting to go away. Spring is almost here. Celebrate by coming into contact with nature with the help of these on sale gardening tools and […]
Milton Keynes City Council had twice refused Gary Viner’s plan to build a two-bedroom apartment in the garden of an end-of-terrace property on Perran Avenue. Mr. Viner therefore appealed to the town planning inspectorate. MK Council planners had said this would impact the design of the cul-de-sac, harm the living conditions of number 96 residents […]
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If you are familiar with forest gardens – sustainable food gardens based on a forest system – you will know that the initial design phase is important. If you neglect a crucial element of the design, the forest garden might not develop as you expected. In forest gardening, change is expected – but if we […]