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There’s nothing more magical for the whole family than lighting up the trees in your garden. You can simply light trees in your yard by either using spotlighting, uplighting, silhouetting, downlighting or string lighting. You can use an existing outdoor electrical point, get a professional to wire one in for you – or use solar …
How Do You Light Up Trees in Your Yard? (5 Lighting Tips) Read More »
According to Greenpeace, the number of pollinating bee colonies per hectare in the US has decreased 90% since 1962. Some of these losses are no doubt due to the increased use of pesticides in both agriculture and backyards. There are many organic weed killers that are safe to use for bees in your own backyard, …
What Weed Killer is Safe For Bees? (The Best Organic Options) Read More »
Let’s face it, decking is very practical but it can look a bit bland if left as just raw wood, so it’s a nice idea to add some character to your deck if possible. From lights and garden furniture to fire pits and water features, decorating your decking needn’t be overly expensive. Whether you choose …
We built our compost bins from two old plastic water butts we found in the garden, put little hatches at the bottom and drilled lots of holes in the sides. We then had to decide where to put them. The best place to put your compost bin is in a shaded area that receives some …
Should You Put Your Compost Bin in The Sun? (Or Shade?) Read More »
We’ve got a delightful little copper watering can in our garden, we’ve left it outside for too long though and it’s started to corrode in the rain. You have to run real quick from the faucet to the flowers or all the water drains out. Although copper is good and indeed necessary for plants in …
Are Copper Watering Cans Good For Plants? (3 Minute Read) Read More »
My wife and I got married on a farm with bunting all around the barn and marquee. It was a magical day that we’ll never forget. Before the big day everyone who wanted to in the wider family made lots of little colored fabric triangles in preparation. We made a lot because we needed a …
How Much Bunting Do I Need For a Marquee? (Measuring Tips) Read More »
When you want to keep your flower beds tidy it’s understandable that mulching might seem like a good idea. However, mulching may not always be your best option. The main disadvantages of mulching is that it can create a hiding place for harmful insects, and when applied too thickly can suffocate your plants by overheating …
What Are The Disadvantages of Mulching? (3-Minute Read) Read More »
