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Plants for beginners

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Lewis

There are hundreds, if not thousands of plant and flower choices which can make picking the right ones for your garden an overwhelming task for inexperienced gardeners. A good place to start is to match plants with your current garden conditions. Things you will need to consider; Is the area your planting sunny or shaded? sheltered or exposed? What type of soil do you have? Chalky or sandy? Or in between? (if you are unsure, you can purchase a soil testing kit) Once you have figured these out you can match the plants to your conditions. By doing this it will make your gardening experience a lot easier. Attempting to grow plants in unsuitable conditions will be a difficult task. You will also need to consider the specimen of each...

Outbuilding ideas for gardens

Posted on January 3, 2019January 16, 2019 by Lewis

If you’re considering including a garden shed, clearing your front garden or building an extension, there are lots of factors to keep in mind. For some major jobs, you may require garden planning permission, whilst clearing your garden can require skip hire, and adding a new outbuilding could cost a significant sum when you add up the building expenses. So do your research before ‘biting off more than you can chew’. Plan early if you’re building a summerhouse or large shed It is a good idea to have plans worked out for your proposed structure. Not just from the contractors who are highly capable, but go over the plans with friends and family too. Another choice is pre-made arrangements, which will accompany a materials rundown and cutting aides. You can...

Veranda Or Conservatory: Make A Right Choice!

Posted on December 7, 2018December 16, 2018 by Lewis

Ever wondered what brings the glare to your house, a veranda or a conservatory? Do not worry; here is a detailed guide on what works best for your home. A veranda is a roofed outdoor porch; so an extended balcony outside a house or a building, while conservatories are enclosed rooms that have glass walls covered one side and glass roof tops or tarpaulin rooftops. Many homeowners think of a conservatory as being purely a glass structure, however, it’s important to understand you can also invest in glass verandas, so try not to think about the materials too much, and look into the overall designs and features of each to see the real differences between them. While both have their own favours and challenges, here are a few pros and...

Commercial umbrellas vs canopies: What’s better?

Posted on August 27, 2018September 7, 2018 by Lewis

There can be an endless discussion about this topic, but I want to weigh both advantages and disadvantages to see which one is really better. Wait! So what are canopies? These are structures that usually have a floor and a tent, metal or fabric covering attached, they are very vital for protecting us from harsh environment such as sunshine and rains. I guess you are familiar with what we are talking about. You’ve seen some covering along most of the walkways in schools, universities, hospitals or anywhere else there is a canopy. Now that you know canopies, what are commercial umbrellas? These are usually liabilities to a business but they are aimed at improving it by providing a shed to customers hence brings some added advantage to a particular business....

Adding Nutrients To Your Soil

Posted on August 11, 2018September 9, 2018 by Lewis

If you find you need to add nutrients to your soil, you’ll have the choice of organic or inorganic, commonly called synthetic fertilizer. Inorganic fertilizer, which generally contains some minerals and synthetic chemicals, has some pluses in its favor. It is usually cheaper than organic fertilizer and it acts more quickly. However, it does nothing for the soil and in some cases actually damages the soil with its higher salt content, so be wary. Inorganic fertilizers don’t actually amend the soil, they simply feed the plant. It is kind of like a human being trying to survive on vitamin supplements and no substantial food. There have also been some recent studies that claim plants build up a resistance to inorganic fertilizers and require more and more of them to get...