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How to plan an event in your own garden
Now that you’ve decided to have your event in your own garden, it’s time to start planning! Here are a few tips to help you get started: 1. Choose a date and time. Keep in mind the weather conditions in your area and try to choose a day that will be comfortable for your guests.…
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What are some of the most beautiful summer bulbs?
Summer is a great time to plant bulbs. Tulips, daffodils, crocuses, and alliums are just a few of the many beautiful summer bulbs. They add colour and beauty to any garden or landscape. Here are some of the most beautiful summer bulbs you can plant in your garden this year. Tulips Tulips are one of…
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What are the benefits of electric garden awnings?
There are many benefits to installing electric garden awnings. For one, they can provide shade and protection from the sun and rain. Additionally, they can add value to your home by increasing its curb appeal. Finally, they can also save you money on your energy bills by keeping your home cooler in the summer months.…
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Landscaping tips
Whatever the reason you have decided to landscape your garden, we will provide you with some top tips to help you along your way. Before purchasing and undertaking the landscaping work, you must determine what you need and want. Are you looking for a place to grow vegetables? Maybe a tranquil corner to relax or…
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What is the best way to propagate tulips?
Can you even call it spring time without tulips blooming in the garden? Definitely not. Well its almost time to plant your bulbs now before it is too late, best planted mid to late Autumn, for spring blooming. Most people think that the tulips will keep growing over and over again every year if they…
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Guide to growing your own daffodils
Having fresh flowers in your home really freshens up the overall look, but rather than buying fresh flowers from the supermarket or florist- why not grow your own flowers in your own home and garden. Daffodils are one of the easiest flowers to grow. They come in a wide variety of shapes and colours, which…
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Can awnings still look great on a small patio area
If you are considering investing in an awning for your patio area, but are questioning whether it would look okay on a small patio area, well the answer is yes. Awnings are available in a variety of styles including folding and retractable ones, with a wide range of materials to enhance the look of your…
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How garden glass rooms can extend your summer
Summertime is a lovely season and sometimes it can last for months, whilst other years it can only give you a few weeks of lovely sunshine. One way to spend more time looking out onto your garden while being protected from the weather outside is to add a garden glass room to your home. A…
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Tips for Growing Dahlias
The Dahlia is a popular tuber plant that presents beautiful large and dazzling blooms in midsummer through autumn. They are best planted in the late spring. They are related to the sunflower, daisy, chrysanthemum and zinnia. Dahlias come in a rainbow of colours and a variety of sizes. They are typically a tall growing flower…
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Is oak great for furniture building?
Oak is one of the most popular hardwoods to use in furniture building. It’s strong and durable, but also aesthetically pleasing with a beautiful grain pattern. Oak can be stained or sealed any colour you want, from light honey brown to dark chocolate brown. There are many different types of oak on the market today,…