As summer fades into autumn, it’s a good idea to take a look at your garden and see what needs doing before winter sets in. This checklist details the simple, but essential maintenance tasks for the garden.   Garden furniture From the stylish teak bench to the hardwood dining set...

There is a bewildering display of outdoor lighting options. Some are functional and practical, others providing a stylish backdrop. Getting the mix right is no longer a nightmare. Just read on…   Can you have too much lighting? Possibly but start with the backlighting, add spotlight for focal points and...

We take a look at five ways you can update the garden pond, restoring it to the calming oasis you want it to be. A garden pond is great for your garden for so many reasons but not least because it attracts all kinds of wildlife. Along with the soothing...

Nothing is worse than spending your time, energy and hard earned money on your garden, only to have neighbourhood cats use it as a litter box and rats move in like they own the place. Thankfully, there are quite a few inexpensive and easy to assemble ways to keep cats...

National Grief Awareness day is help on the 30th August each year and is a chance to discuss an important, common and overpowering emotion. When we experience loss, we experience grief. It can be brought about when we lose someone significant in our lives, a pet or something we consider...