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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 …

Garden Room Design and Concept Ideas: Bring the Outdoors In

Garden room ideas can take many forms, so we’ve narrowed it down to 22 ways people are using and designing them today. There’s plenty of inspiration here that can work …

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 …

The New Lifetime Plastic Shed Range: 5 Best Heavy Duty Plastic Shed

Lifetime Plastic Sheds: 5 Best Heavy Duty Plastic Sheds

When considering outdoor storage solutions, think about durability and minimal maintenance. Heavy-duty plastic sheds beat wood and metal ones because they’re tough and need almost no upkeep. If you’re planning …

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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 …

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Customer Spotlight: Sara’s Fraya Log Cabin Bar

We love to catch up with our customers to see how they’re getting on with their garden buildings. That’s why it was such a pleasure to hear from Sara, who …

How to Insulate a Garden Shed (A Mega Guide)

There are several ways you can go about insulating sheds. You need to be well aware of your needs and budget restrictions before you set out to make your garden building better able to withstand the elements.

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 …