Gardening Guides

  1. Can I install a Fence on My Driveway?

    fence on driveway made up of driveway fence panels

    A driveway is the first area that others see when approaching your home. Many people have started focusing on the driveway to add style, privacy and curb appeal. Read on as we discuss what is involved and what is legal when installing a fence on driveways.

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  2. Creative Garden Makeover Ideas & Design Tips

    an exquisite garden design that could be inspiration for your garden makeover

    You may be considering a garden makeover. If you are, read on as we discuss a whole range of creative garden makeover ideas that will transform your garden design, adding a WOW factor that will impress family, friends and other visitors alike.

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  3. What Fence Height Loopholes Exist in the UK?

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    Planning a new fencing run can be more challenging than you initially think. What are the fence height restrictions, and do you need fence planning permission, for example? Read on to learn more.

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  4. How to Calculate Fence Installation Costs

    a fence run with fence posts - make sure you factor these into your fence installation costs

    What will the fence installation costs be? This is the subject of our latest guide, so read on as we explore all the factors involved to accurately calculate all the expected new fencing costs.

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  5. Chatting allotments with Southbourne Gardens

    Chatting allotments with Southbourne Gardens

    This week we caught up with Victoria, avid allotment-grower and the mind behind Southbourne Gardens. We talk about all the benefits and advice for starting up an allotment, as well as a

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  6. The ultimate guide to growing your own

    The ultimate guide to growing your own

    Over the years, growing your own food has become a part of everyday life for many people. Between the history of allotments continuing into today, and more and more people becoming actively interested in what goes into their food and where their food

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  7. The ultimate guide to seasonal gardening

    The ultimate guide to seasonal gardening

    Whatever time of year it is, there’s always something to do in the garden. It’s great exercise for both mind and body – figuring out why something is thriving or barely surviving, and working out how something will come out in the future are hugely rewarding

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  8. August In the Garden

    August In the Garden

    Looking After Plants When You're Away

    August is a month when many of you will go on holiday, except your plants won't be joining you, so you need to get them sorted and ensure that they'll be properly looked after.

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  9. The ultimate guide to eco-friendly gardening

    The ultimate guide to eco-friendly gardening

    Reduce your carbon footprint, grow food without insecticides, reuse and recycle your own waste – there are many reasons for wanting to approach gardening in an eco-friendly and sustainable way. For every kilogram of fruit and vegetables that you grow

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  10. July in the garden

    July in the garden

    June has been a scorcher! Will a little rain and lots of sun, the garden is going strong.

    Soft, leafy growth should ensure the potatoes produce a great crop. Most are flowering now indicating that tubers are present (or coinciding with the beginnings

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