Naturally, you want your soft fruit vines and bushes to be as productive as possible. Proper pruning is an important aspect of supporting and encouraging optimum fruit production. In this article, we present the best practices in pruning your soft fruit producers for the greatest yield. Read on to learn …

Ever tried installing conventional lighting in your garden? Let me stop you right there. See, not only do you have to pay a qualified electrician to do the job (more expenses) but running the power lines could actually disrupt and ruin the very garden you’re trying to illuminate. That’s the …

As the planet warms and the growing season becomes longer and warmer, gardeners are faced with lots of challenges in keeping crops, ornamentals, trees and lawns protected from excessive heat and sun. In this article, we will share 11 tips to help you keep your plants safe and well-cared-for during …

A conservatory or sunroom is a wonderful addition to any home, but keeping it warm in winter and cool in summer can be a real challenge. In this article, we discuss some smart ideas for managing the temperature in your existing conservatory or planning and building the most energy efficient …

Conservatories make for the best room in the house to grab some RnR. But once the cold season sets in, nobody’s stepping in that freezer. If you want to reclaim your favourite view at home, it’s time for the best conservatory heater in the UK. 1. Simple, clean, and with …

A small garden can be a challenge, a blessing or both. Smaller spaces are easier to maintain and less expensive to set up, but getting everything you want from a tiny space can be a bit frustrating. In this article, we will share sixteen great ideas that will help you …

Garden multi tools are the Swiss army knife equivalent for landscapers. Not only do they save you money on the initial purchase, they also help you avoid clutter in the shed. Here’s a look at some of the best garden multi tools in the UK: 1. If you’re looking for …

Used by thousands of civilizations since 79 AD, a watering can is a simple, portable container with a spout and handle. It’s used to transport water from a source to plants, flower, and crops in a garden. Apart from watering plants, the watering can has seen numerous technological improvements that …

So you’re looking to invest in a polytunnel eh? Then you’ve definitely come to the right place. Here, I’ve got all the essential information for newbies and experienced farmers alike, as well as some of the most popular products currently doing rounds in the UK. But first: What is a …

Polytunnels (aka: grow tunnels, high tunnels, polyhouse, hoophouse or hoop greenhouse) are becoming more and more popular for use on allotments for very good reason. These steel framed, polyethylene covered buildings are a durable, affordable, preferable alternative to an old-fashioned greenhouse gardening. Passive solar energy heats the interior of the …