The rules on planning permission for sheds Usually, you do not need planning permission for a shed in your garden. Sheds are legally classified as outbuildings, alongside greenhouses, playhouses and garages. There are a few exceptions to this. For example, you will need planning permission for sheds over a certain height or sheds that are […]
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Mar
Mar
Do you love houseplants? Have you often been dubbed a houseplant parent, and teased for your love of having greenery indoors? Well – you might be onto something. It’s been proven that houseplants don’t just look good, they also come with a host of mental and physical benefits, including: Stress Reduction Increased Productivity Better Wellbeing […]
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Mar
Mar
Living in the city has many benefits to our lives – after all, everything is on our doorstep. But, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic, the lack of gardens and outdoor recreational areas has emerged at the forefront of many city dwellers’ minds. Luckily, though, living in an urban area doesn’t mean that you […]
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Mar
Mar
We share our gardens with a range of wildlife that we love to watch out for. However, there’s one animal you never want to spot in your garden, and that is a mouse. Although a mouse or two in the garden is likely to go unnoticed, an infestation can rear its head quickly, destroying plants, […]
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Feb
Feb
Outdoor living spaces can add a lot to your life. From being an extension to your house, A haven to doze off on your rattan garden swing, A place to entertain during hot summers, and having your own slice of paradise to tend to and nurture, there are dozens of benefits to having an outdoor […]
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Feb
Feb
Box blight is the worst nightmare for any proud box plant owner. Causing noticeable dead leaves and stem dieback, box blight is likely to lead to the death of box plants if left untreated. Although this disease is relatively new, only appearing in the UK in 1994[1], there are several ways we know that can […]
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Jan
Jan
Climbing plants look beautiful in any garden, from sunny spots and warm greenhouses to shaded areas and conservatories. And there is a climber for every situation! Many climbers can handle a range of conditions, making them some of the best plants for your garden. So, whether your garden receives full sun, none at all, or […]
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Jan
Jan
Although British weather certainly has its ups and downs, the lockdown has taught many of us that spending time outdoors is precious – no matter the weather. Unfortunately, however, spending time outdoors is easier said than done, and most of us don’t have the proper protection to do so all year round. Last year, […]
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Jan
Jan
Foxes are a nuisance to many property owners. Digging up the lawn, feasting on growing fruit, leaving droppings, driving other animals away – there aren’t a lot of benefits that foxes bring to a garden. That being said, they are only wild animals following their instincts. And that means finding safe, humane ways to drive […]
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Jan
Jan
Gardening – a hobby, and sometimes a livelihood, which Brits are completely in love with. In fact, we spend more on horticultural goods than on any other recreational activity. And who can blame us? Gardening supply sales have boomed Sales for gardening supplies such as seeds, bedding plants and tools have soared as a result […]