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Inspiration and Ideas

17 May 2022
Beautiful Paving Design at The Laundry Retreat
Jenny and Tom from the Laundry Retreat are avid gardeners and have been developing their gardens since 2009. Inheriting approximately 3 acres of tired and overgrown gardens, they started from scratch to create an idyllic space full of charm and beauty. They have been loyal customers and have kindly shared...
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10 May 2022
May Gardening Tips
Our May Gardening Tips are sure to give you inspiration & helpful advice on getting the garden prepped in time for those all important summer BBQ's.
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3 April 2022
April Gardening Tips
Read our April Gardening Tips for new ideas, garden projects to consider and planting options for fruit and vegetables, accessible for all the family.
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22 March 2022
How To Create A Kitchen Garden
Kitchen Gardens are ever popular – growing your own food can cut food bills, provide healthier, fresher food and increase mental & physical wellbeing.
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15 March 2022
Guide to Paving and Flooring Finishes & Edges
We know choosing the right paving can be confusing, with all the possible treatments, finishes & edges available, it can be hard to know which to choose. This quick guide helps to explain the various product finishes available. Finishes & Edges Sawn Edge Sawn edge or Straight edge paving is...
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9 March 2022
March Gardening Jobs
Hello spring! The snowdrops and daffodils are out in force signalling the beginning of new life in our gardens and some longer, brighter days. March is the perfect time to start prepping the garden and greenhouse. Our March gardening jobs will get you on the right track ready for the...
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1 March 2022
Paving & Flooring for Listed and Period Properties
The floor of any building plays an important role in providing the background to its character, contributing to the overall appearance and complementing the building’s architecture. Especially when listed or period properties are concerned. Grade 1 & 2 listed buildings are required by law to retain, re-use and repair any...
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8 February 2022
How To Choose The Right Paving For Your Patio
With the plethora of paving styles to choose from and with different materials, colours, and textures, how do you choose and get your patio right first time?
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5 November 2021
Using Water and Lighting in Garden Designs
Toby Pritchard is a Garden Designer at cutting edge company Creative Roots. We speak to Toby about his career to date & aspirations for the future.
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2 November 2021
Winter Gardening Jobs
Now that we are heading into the winter months, it’s time to make sure the garden is ready to withstand the cold . What better way to spend your time than outside in the fresh air - tending to your garden? Though winter is a time for rest there is...
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17 October 2021
Top 10 Stone Floors 2022
Read the Top 10 Stone Floors 2019 for the most popular and best selling tiles & flagstones used for stone flooring in the UK.
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12 October 2021
How to Maintain Your Patio During Autumn & Winter
It might be tempting to fully retreat indoors into the warmth during the autumn and winter months. But if you neglect your natural stone or porcelain patio paving, it could accumulate stains and damage. Regular maintenance will prevent this and ensures your garden remains an inviting place throughout the year. Here's a...
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10 September 2021
Guy Jones - Garden Designer
We speak with Guy Jones of Emotive Landscapes about his journey into garden design, landscaping and his most rewarding project to date.
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8 September 2021
Why Gardens Are Now A Top Priority For Homeowners
The kind of house you want to buy will largely be dictated by what particular stage in life you’re at. However, over the last year and a half, there’s one house feature that has been proving universally popular among house hunters of all ages and ilks - and that’s the...
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1 September 2021
September Gardening Jobs
September can be the most changeable of months, flitting between torrential rain, blustery days, and moments of warm sunshine. It’s not unusual to see four seasons all in one day! Thankfully there is still plenty of time to make the most of your outdoor spaces before winter settles in, and...
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30 August 2021
Why Are Kitchen Gardens So Important In Today’s Society?
There are an array of benefits associated with growing your own kitchen garden at home. Both for your well-being and for the planet as a whole. We know all too well by now what impact human activity is having on the planet and this is driving many of us to...
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15 August 2021
Taking Care of Natural Paving Stones
Using natural stone in your garden makes for a unique, rustic look that is built to last and timeless in style. Flagstones may however become vulnerable to the elements. Needing extra love and care to avoid erosion, fading and cracked stones. Whether used for patios, walkways or driveways. Here are some top tips...
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9 August 2021
August Garden Jobs
August is the time of year when we can really take a step back and enjoy the fruits of our labour with colourful flowers and crops to pick in abundance. While major jobs are not needed during this month there are still plenty of little jobs to do around the...
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19 July 2021
A Guide to Walled Gardens
Whether it's a wall around the boundary of your garden or a way to separate the land into sections, walled gardens can offer a more temperate climate and are a beautiful design choice for any garden setting. Gaining popularity in Victorian Britain, walled gardens were traditionally used to border kitchen gardens and protect...
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9 July 2021
How to Design and Lay a Garden Path
If you’re redesigning your garden, or simply tidying up and refreshing the space you have, have you considered creating a walkway or path? A beautiful path can create a social point that will draw the eye through your garden and can also introduce a zen quality. A well-designed path will...
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