We know that once you get your sights set on making a beautiful garden you want to get started right away. And that is fine, as long as you do so in the right manner. This means that you should have a plan, even if it is a rough one. Otherwise, if you decide to [...]
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Issues to Address Regarding Hardscaping From the Beginning
January 25, 2011 by Gracie
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How to Pick the Spot for Your Vegetable Garden
January 17, 2011 by Gracie
It is very good advice to place your garden close to your home form numerous reasons. First of all, no matter how lovely and abundant your veggies and herbs may be, you will be less likely to collect them and tend to them regularly if the garden is far off. You want to be able [...]
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The Snow Shovel That Makes A Real Difference
December 30, 2010 by Gracie
Well, this winter has definitely reminded me of the value of one very basic tool, the shovel. For between £18 and £25 pounds I have made some great purchases when it comes to shovels, and I know they were good buys based upon the amount of work they accomplished in the last few weeks removing [...]
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How to Reorganise Your Garden Shed
November 12, 2010 by Gracie
Your garden shed can be organised in multiple different ways, but I like to approach it in the same manner that I do my kitchen. This means that the things used most often go in the front of cabinets and drawers. It also is imperative that you eliminate all the stuff that is unnecessary, you [...]
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Add Elements of a Japanese Garden for Interest
October 22, 2010 by Gracie
Adding a couple elements of a Japanese style garden to you own garden can make a nice impact. One thing that is consistent in a Japanese garden is that there are often little vignettes set out along ones tour of the outdoor space. The key here is that each should be staged so that it [...]
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A Garden Shed Full of Memories
September 26, 2010 by Gracie
I have diligently been looking at inspirational garden shed photos, creating mock ups of what I have in mind, and daydreaming about how fabulous my new shed will be. I was certain that I had thought everything through and was prepared from top to bottom to get the building of my new and improved garden [...]
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The Unexpected Benefit of Your Fall Vegetables
September 12, 2010 by Gracie
Fall is a fantastic time to have a flourishing vegetable garden for one reason you may not have considered. The pumpkins, and squash, and corn all make fantastic centrepieces, and entryway decorations. They are all perfect for dressing up both the inside and outside of your front door. If you have small gourds then you [...]
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Design a Garden Space Around Your Garden Shed
August 2, 2010 by Gracie
Give that bland corner of your garden an upgrade by placing a charming shed in that space. No, not the rundown kind that you have not dared to venture into for months, a darn nice one. We are talking about one that enhances the area, and calls to be entered. And once you do cross [...]
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The Lemon Tree is a Charmer Both Indoor and Out
July 21, 2010 by Gracie
If you just cannot get enough time outside in your garden, then take a piece of it inside with you. You can do this by growing trees indoors. They will bring the green, and often other audacious colours to your indoor world. Then ultimately, should you choose, the tree can migrate out of doors for [...]
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Simple and Stylish Tools to Protect Your Garden
June 23, 2010 by Gracie
I know, I know your garden shed is already packed to the gills, but here is one more thing you should consider adding into the mix, finial topped guides. They can be strategically placed around the outline of your planting beds to protect your garden plants from the hose. The darn hose always gets pulled [...]