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Spruce up your garden with new fencing

April 11, 2022 / George / Comments Off

If the fencing around your garden is looking a bit tired and dilapidated it may be time to renew it. New fencing can completely change the look of a garden and will provide the security we all want both to stop intruders and to prevent our canine companions from escaping. The choices of fencing that are available now are wide-ranging and come in a variety of materials and styles to suit all tastes and applications. The most popular garden fencing is still wooden fence panels with concrete posts and gravel boards as these are the cheapest and long lasting options. The most commonly used fence panels were made with horizontal boards but recently more people are choosing fence panels with vertical boards instead. These look more contemporary and are more... Continue reading

Do I need topsoil when laying new turf or grass seeds?

February 4, 2022 / George / Comments Off

Having new turf can make a huge difference to your lawned area. New turf needs to be looked after in order to ensure that it grows and maintains it luscious green colour. You need to think about the area that you are going to be laying the turf down in before you place an order for turf. Sometimes, if the soil is good under you can just lay the turf on top but if they soil is of poor quality or has been neglected for a while then you may want to consider adding a layer of topsoil. Grass plants need at least 15cm of good quality, well prepared topsoil to root into, so if you do not have this, you will need to purchase topsoil. Most turfing companies will... Continue reading

Comparing different Varieties of Gates

January 27, 2022 / admin / Comments Off

Gates can come in a variety of shapes and sizes and meet a range of different purposes. They can be used in order to cordon off access to private foot paths, prevent people from moving around freely on private property, block off vehicle access to restricted areas for businesses, and block the entrance to a driveway on a home. Besides these roles, they can also be a great statement piece for anyone looking to impress others with a unique quality for a home or business. To do this, they can be produced to a variety of design specifications, such as a wooden gate can fit a very wooden style home, or a wrought iron ornate gate that many see as a fashion symbol. They can also be outfitted with electric... Continue reading

Do the trees in your garden need some TLC?

January 14, 2022 / George / Comments Off

During the winter months we are able to see our trees in all their bare glory and it is then that we may realise that they need some attention. The first decision to make is whether or not the tree is healthy or whether it should be replaced by a new one. This is especially true with fruit trees that actually have a certain life span before the fruit quality begins to deteriorate. No amount of pruning can save some trees and a diseased tree can spread the disease to other trees in the garden. There are treatments that can be used but mainly these are for commercial rather than domestic use and may not be effective. If you are confident that the tree is healthy but just needs some... Continue reading

Get your garden Christmas ready

December 24, 2021 / George / Comments Off

Many people spend a lot of time, effort and money on getting the house ready for Christmas. They take ages picking the perfect tree and decorating it beautifully then they make the whole house look amazing for the yuletide season. But how many people think about getting the garden ready as well and how can this be achieved? The range of outdoor Christmas lights that are available now is tremendous and will suit all tastes so whether you want something understated or want the full Monty of Christmas outdoor decorations the choice is yours. A good idea when planning to get your garden ready for Christmas is to look at it when it is dark so you can try to visualise the effect you want to accomplish. The other main... Continue reading

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