Tips for the perfect green lawn
Spring is right around the corner, so now’s the time to get your neglected lawn back into shape! Watch this short video to find out how.
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Why, when and how should you prune a tree?
For a tree to look attractive, healthy, tidy and grow strong, it needs to be pruned. Pruning trees is a vital aspect in grooming trees. There are several reasons why a tree should be pruned. Why should a tree be pruned A good reason to prune a tree is if it is growing over your …
4 successful ways to boost your home’s value
Everyone wants to get as much money as possible when they sell their homes. Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t know how to increase their home’s values quickly so they can make more money. Before you put your house on the market, make sure you follow these four successful ways to boost your home’s value. Get Rid …
Underground drainage for your garden
There are a few reasons why you might need overground or underground drainage in your garden – you may have underground springs, or surface water from higher elevations, draining into your garden. You may find that rain pools on the surface for several hours, or that all or part of your lawn is permanently waterlogged. …
Garden makeover: Effortless tricks for instant results
Having a garden in your home is a blessing that not everyone is lucky enough to have. Whether you have a small garden or a medium-to-large-sized one, there is always something that can be done to improve the way it looks. A garden is like any other part of your home, and must be treated …
Growing with age: Gardening in senior communities
Don’t let age stop your residents from enjoying the beauties of a garden. Starting a garden in your assisted-living or senior centre brightens the entire community and provides many benefits to you and your residents. Why Invest in a Garden? A garden is not only a pretty sight, but in an assisted living environment, it …
Create a more relaxing garden space
There is nothing quite so relaxing as spending time outdoors, soaking up the sun and enjoying nature, and if you are lucky enough to have your own garden, this is something you can do whenever the mood takes you. But, first, you will need to take steps to transform your garden into a relaxing outdoor …
How to reflect your own creativity in your garden
How would you describe your personality? Your personality colours everything in life, including creativity and how this transfers to your home and outdoor space. How can you create a garden that you enjoy and that matches your personality? The garden is an important space, irrespective of how big or small it is. It is the …
How to wash a down comforter at home
Learn how to properly care for a delicate duvet or down comforter with our latest expert guide.
Big ideas for small gardens
A lot of people think that when they have a smaller garden, it places a serious limit on what they can do with the space. Despite what you may have heard, a smaller garden doesn’t need to be a crutch on the garden’s comfort and uniqueness. Before we move on, a great quick win for …