Gardening

Even the most dedicated gardener will find there is little to do in their garden at this time of year. However, even if you can’t get outside as much as you might like, you can make plans. Deciding how to transform your garden this year is a great use of your time, and it will help you get ready for later in the year when your garden will need your help to look its best. With that in mind, here are some ideas for transforming your garden so that it looks amazing when the time comes. Read on to find out more.

Have you ever noticed some cuttings made in the leaves on your bushes and shrubs in the form of a perfect semi-circle? If you have noticed these odd-looking cuttings, then your garden may have been visited by leaf cutter bees.

If you have been wondering why those green thumbs always seem to be so happy and mentally stable, it is time to explore this phenomenon. In the following article we will take a closer look at why gardening has all the mental health enthusiasts so excited.

If you've ever seen a kinetic wind sculpture, you know how mesmerizing it can be. As the motion of the sculpture repeats or transforms, its overall impression can be almost hypnotic. IVento Sculptures has designed dozens of wind sculptures in various sizes, shapes, and motion patterns to cater to any taste and that bring the magical dance of the wind into your garden or backyard.

Need some tips on moving garden plants to your new home? Keep on reading - you are in the right place.

One person’s perfect premium garden will look different to someone else's. People use and value their garden’s differently meaning advice can be hard to give. However, if you’re struggling in terms of your garden and what you want to do with it, the internet is full of inspiration and great ideas which can help you out. Creating that premium feel can be expensive if you don’t do all of the work yourself. Here are some ideas you can run with to help improve your garden.

Winter is the gardener’s least favorite time of year. The air is frigid, the days are short, and the landscape looks desolate. It’s a time when many of the most vibrant blooms have gone dormant for the season, waiting for the warmer days of spring. However, many plants can survive and even thrive in colder weather. There’s no need to slumber like your hasta this winter. Take a look at these 8 plants that thrive in cold climates and see if any of them can bring some life to your winter garden.

Does protecting the environment mean taking life-changing steps, or will small changes do? The term "ecological footprint" refers to a measurement of human demand on nature that compares human consumption of natural resources to the earth's capacity to replenish them. How can we be more eco-friendly? What do we need to do to tread as lightly as possible to reduce our impact on the environment? Read on to find out.

Gardening is a pastime that has multiple benefits for seniors - which is why it tends to be one of the most popular hobbies! There’s the general sense of satisfaction you get from watching your plants grow, but also the fact that gardening is an excellent form of exercise. It can build your confidence and even help provide a boost to your immune system as you interact with the healthy bacteria that are naturally found in soil. As beneficial as gardening is, it does present a few specific hazards that you will need to avoid. Before you dive into one of these gardening projects for seniors, take some time to brush up on general safety recommendations. Follow these gardening safety tips for seniors, and you can benefit from this relaxing pastime and reduce your risk of injury and illness at the same time.

When you have a small garden, it is hard to think of it as a valuable space at all. It is more than likely just an add on at the back and something that you mostly ignore. However, your small garden can still become an extra room within your home that can be enjoyed on summer evenings with the right design. Designing a small garden space starts with some fundamental pillars, including choosing landscaping, furniture, patterns and colours, light, privacy, and plants. Let us go through these pillars and offer some of the best ideas for making the most of the small garden.