You go to put the rubbish out and when you open the bin, the odour hits you. Phew, your wheelie really needs a clean. It’s not anyone’s favourite job, but it has to be done. But how do I clean my wheelie bin we hear you ask? Read on for our top tips. Clear a […]
If you’ve spent the summer getting your lawn into good shape, you’ll want to keep it that way. However, with the autumn comes blustery winds that will blow your recycling onto your garden. Want to keep your lawn recycling free this autumn? Invest in some recycling bin storage. How to secure your recycling bins When it comes […]
We’ve had the typical British Summer of storms and heatwaves, and it won’t be long before the nights are drawing in. If you’ve worked hard on your garden this summer, we’ve got news for you. Your hard work is only just beginning. Autumn gardening can be a challenge. Here’s our guide to the jobs you […]
Planning regulations can be confusing at the best of times. It might seem obvious that you’d need planning permission for some home improvements, but do you need it for bin stores? You’ve spotted the ideal bin store. It suits the style of your garden perfectly and it hides unsightly wheelie bins out of sight. But […]
2021 promises to be the year of the Summer Staycation. If you intend to holiday at home this year, your garden could be the best place to do it. You won’t have to drive anywhere, you’ll save a fortune on hotels and parking and you can escape to your own piece of paradise every weekend. […]
Do you look out of the window at your lovely garden only to have your view spoiled by your clunky wheelie bins? Do you wish your garden was the focus at BBQs and not your wheelies? In short, a wheelie bin store with planter might just be the answer to your prayers. In fact, we think wheelie […]
With winters becoming wetter and longer and summers becoming hotter and shorter, we can be in no doubt that climate change is affecting everyday life in the UK. If you are concerned about climate change and its damaging effect on the environment. You can take steps like switching to renewable energy, lowering carbon footprint and […]
Whether your summer garden is a small haven or a larger landscaped space, it needs maintenance all year round. In the summer months, the warmer (and wetter) weather means that everything starts to grow and come alive. That means you need to stay on top of it. But which jobs should be your priority? Here’s our guide […]
When it comes to superfoods, microgreens are hard to beat. However, buying them can be expensive. What many people don’t know is that growing these tiny shoots of goodness at home is relatively easy. Even without a greenhouse or fancy lighting equipment, you could harvest your first crop in as little as seven days. In […]
Long warm summer days and light nights make our thoughts turn to BBQs in the garden with friends. What better way to enjoy the warmer weather than enjoying a few cold beers or a glass of wine or two in your lovely outdoor space? But what if there’s something that’s making your garden look (and […]
A helpful guide to help understand how to take care of your wheelie bin etiquette
Autumn is approaching and before long, the nights will be getting darker and we’ll be getting ready to light the bonfire. But spare a thought for the wildlife that seek a safe haven in your garden, especially hedgehogs. Hedgehogs are busy preparing to hibernate at this time of year, so it helps if you can […]
If you’re looking into buying a storage unit for your wheelie bins, garden tools, kids’ toys and everything else you don’t want cluttering up your lawn. Chances are you’ll opt for something made from wood. Wood is sturdy, aesthetically pleasing, and it can add a certain something to your garden. But remember, it is a […]
It can be easy to forget carbon footprint as your thoughts turn to warm evenings and a cocktail or two. But if you’re not jetting off to sunnier climes, don’t worry because there are plenty of eco-friendly places you can visit here in the UK. Here’s our guide to some eco-friendly destinations that you won’t […]
If you’re a keen gardener, you want the best looking, most vibrant and fragrant plants in your garden. Not something poisonous, smelly or just downright dangerous. Here’s our guide to some of the most dangerous plants on earth that you definitely don’t want in your flower bed! Skunk Cabbage As you might guess by the […]
If you love gardening, you’ll be pleased to know that it’s not only great for your physical and mental health, it’s pretty good for the environment too. This is because plants help purify the air, and so the trees, shrubs, vegetable crops, flowers, and herbs in your garden actually help reduce pollution. Plants release oxygen […]
If you’re a seasoned gardener, you’ll probably be heard telling people rain is good for the garden when they complain about it. But in recent weeks, we’ve had a lot more rainfall than average, and this can do a lot of damage to gardens. Here are some tips on how to give your garden some […]
So you’ve checked and double-checked that you have your tickets and passports. You’ve cancelled the newspapers and made sure your home is secure, but what about your garden? If your garden is your pride and joy, you don’t want to come back and find it full of dehydrated plants and weeds. To make sure all […]
Ah, the barbecue. The preserve of the meat lover. What is it about grilling meat on an open flame that makes it so delicious? The smell, the juices, the smoky flavour? Okay, now I’m hungry! But as you’ve probably figured out, burning fuel to cook your delicious food and releasing a lot of smoke into […]
Admittedly, the Great British Weather may have been kind to us recently. However, our summers are known for being changeable, to say the least. We Brits tend to love our gardens and we love spending time in them, even though the weather conditions prevent us from doing so for a large part of the year; […]
The trees that surround us every day, in our woodlands and forests are under threat and you can protect forests easily! Climate change, land development, pollution, population growth and tree diseases and pests. However, if we don’t act to protect them now, it’s bad news for the planet, and for us. The biggest threats to […]
Spring is a good time to clean your greenhouse to get rid of any pests and diseases it’s harbouring before spring arrives. This spring, it’s likely to contain far fewer plants than it does at other times of the year, and there’s not too much to do in the garden either, so you’ll have plenty […]
If you love your garden, the chances are that you’ll love seeing the birds and other wildlife helping it to thrive. Why not help them too? In this article we’re going to show you how you to make a bird box, but first, here are some tips on how you can attract more birds into […]
Winter has reared its ugly head again, birds often have the worst of it in winter. As the UK braces itself against snow and ice, spare a thought for the wildlife, especially birds, that have to survive in severe weather conditions. In the winter, it’s a lot harder for them to find food for energy and […]
Council wheelie bins are sometimes a tricky one. Can I put this in? Can I put that in? It can feel like a bit of a waste disposal minefield that can seem tricky to get right. Fortunately, providing you do manage to sort your waste into the right bin, the council will take away nearly […]
Having an eco-friendly home doesn’t have to be expensive. You might think you have to build one from scratch out of recycled timber and glass-like something on Grand Designs. But the truth is, just making a few small tweaks can really reduce your carbon footprint and save you money. Here are our top tips on […]
If you’re a keen gardener, you’ll know that one of the perks of having your own green space is that you get to watch all the different wildlife come and go. If you’re fascinated by birds, take part in the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch! It takes place from Saturday 27 January to Monday 29 January. […]
We’re almost at the end of January. If you’re anything like us, you’ll be longing for the arrival of the lighter nights. If you’re a gardener or walker, the first sure signs that spring is on its way. You might look outside and see bare tree branches and dead leaves on the lawn. In the […]
Many of us wouldn’t think of looking any further than Tesco for our Christmas dinner meat, veg and all the trimmings, but by far the best way to get the freshest produce is to grow your own. Why not make a resolution to make your Christmas dinner full of homegrown produce next year? Here’s how: […]
Gardening is good for your physical and mental health, but did you realise that many things you might use in your garden are bad for the environment. Like weed killers, pesticides, and artificial fertilisers to name just a few? We explore how you can make your gardening more sustainable. What is sustainable gardening? Nature actually […]
