As we approach spring and summer, it really needs to be all systems go for getting the garden ready for barbecues, parties, and general relaxing once the weather gets warmer. That means attending to the weeding and planting but there are also several cleaning jobs you can do that will... Read More

Iron sulphate is used for grass greening but really it delivers so much more than that. Here are the most commonly asked questions about its benefits and the best times to apply it. Does grass really need iron sulphate? Grass will, of course, grow on its own with just rain,... Read More

What you need to know about black lichen The black, ink spatter-like spots on your patio, drive, or paths are not dirt but a living organism that cannot simply be cleaned away. Here’s what you need to know about this persistent blight on your outdoor hard surfaces. It’s been growing... Read More

5 things you can do in your garden right now to freshen up your outside space – why wait until spring? January and February can be dull, bleak months; Christmas is over, the days are short, the weather is cold, and everything just looks grey and miserable when you look... Read More

A blooming garden bursting with thriving plants is neither cheap nor easy to achieve. If you have spent money on nice plants only to find they fail to grow as they should or, even worse, die off it can be incredibly frustrating. While there can be a number of things... Read More

Many of us really enjoy having a nice garden to spend time in over the spring and summer. An important element of the look of the garden, and how we use it, is the lawn area. The big decision here is whether to go for real grass or an artificial... Read More

Having our own outdoor space is precious, especially in times of lockdown. Whether we have sweeping grounds or tiny yards, we can all make the most of our gardens for the spring and summer months. There’s nothing quite like relaxing in a bright, neat garden on a sunny evening –... Read More