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Stylish Garden Decking Ideas to Complete Your Outdoor Setup

Garden decking can take the outdoor living experience to the next level. It elevates the plot and is a versatile landscape material for gardens. Perfect for creating new areas and …

Decorative Garden Fencing Ideas You Need to Try

Garden fences serve a dual purpose: protection from forces of nature and adding aesthetics to backyards. On top of privacy and design flair, the right fencing ideas can also add …

Creative Garden Mirror Ideas for Illusion of Depth and Space

Discover the secret to maximising your outdoor space with garden mirrors. Mirrors are commonly associated with indoor decor. But did you know that they play a transformative role in small …

A Guide to the UK’s Fastest Growing Trees

Trees add year-round interest to gardens while providing shade and privacy. They’re also great habitats for wildlife. But some take decades to mature, which can test every gardener’s patience. Flowers may …

Rats in the Garden: Advice, Control and Elimination

Rodents are difficult pests to deal with and can evolve beyond a nuisance for your home and garden. Rats can also lead to health hazards. Other than house basements, backyards …

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Customer Spotlight: Rhiannon’s Lollipop Junior Playhouse

We love to catch up with our customers to see how they’re getting on with their garden buildings. So we were delighted when Rhiannon got in touch to tell us …

From Frost to Flowers: UK Winter and Spring Planting Calendar (2025 – 2026)

A planting calendar helps you stay on top of what to grow and the best time to do it. As the seasons change, you might lose track of the right …

How to Decorate Your Garden Room for Christmas

The festive season is special for many reasons: the food, the drinks, and the general cheer. From family gatherings to Christmas parties, there’s nothing quite like this time of year. …

How To Prepare and Protect Your Garden In Winter

December is here in force, and with it is every avid gardener’s least favourite season. That’s right, we’re talking about winter. Not only is it difficult to get outside during …