How To Guides

5 things you should know about caring for a pond fountain

pond fountain

There’s nothing that enhances the beauty of a place than a pond with a fountain. The rising flowing water is a view to behold. But this fountain’s beauty doesn’t come naturally. You have a role to play in caring for it. Here are 5 things you should know about caring for a pond fountain: 1.

Crucial tips for watering tomato plants

tomato plant

Tomatoes are commonly grown within the gardens of each and every household. However, people who do not have gardens also love growing the tomato plants and they make use of the containers for doing so. It is comparatively easier to grow the tomato plants in containers in comparison to the other plants. No matter how

Ideas for enhancing your outdoor space

outdoor space

The British winter might be in full swing, but gardeners know that the first stirrings of spring growth are just under the surface; before long new green shoots will be growing and the greenhouse will be full of trays of seeds waiting to germinate. If you think back to last summer, how did you feel

A beginners guide to starting a vegetable garden

vegetable garden

If you have a spare bit of lawn that is no longer needed or a space that could efficiently be utilised for a vegetable patch, why not plant some vegetables? It’ll save you a few quid at the supermarket throughout the next year, get you out in the fresh air and help little ones learn

Smart home strategies for beginners

smart home

People try to make it so complicated. It’s not. Smart Homes are for everyone. Almost any room in your house can be automated. But how do you do it? And where do you start? Read this infographic to get some more details. But, here are a few strategies to get you started. The Low-down So

What are benefits of hydroponic gardening?

hydroponic gardening

Simply put, Hydroponic is gardening done without using soil. In this system, the plants are put in a growing platform. The nutrients are given directly to roots. It is surprising to many people that plants can grow without soil. And if truth be told, soil at times can become highly ineffective as a growing platform.

3 tips for planting drought tolerant plants

drought tolerant plants

People have different reasons why they plant drought tolerant plants. Perhaps, your area experiences drought more often than others or perhaps you do not have access to water all the time. Whatever your reasons are, having drought tolerant plants is easier to care for because you don’t have to maintain them often compared to other

How can you make sure your garden is well-presented in every season?

garden care

Our outdoor space can be hugely affected because of the changes in seasons. In the winter, the frost can play havoc, while the summer months sometimes bring too much sunshine. This can make it difficult to keep your space looking good all-year round. Here, we delve into which plants you should look to plant in

Three tips for making the best use of your garage space

garage

Some of the most beautiful homes in the Phoenix area make us drool with envy. But, the truth is, if you open the garage, the contents would make Marie Kondo apoplectic. Today we’re going to explain how you can make the best use of garage space if you rethink the use of your garage, organize

A natural approach to gardening

nature in the garden

When it comes to gardening there are as many different styles and approaches as there are people. From manicured lawns to paved patios, from wild jungles to meadowland flowers – your garden style is as unique as you are. However, if you want to keep your garden as close to nature as possible there are