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 …

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 …

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 …

Summer has finally arrived and it’s time to celebrate in your garden gazebo. Your garden will be bursting with life, the sky will stay bright long into the night, and this month even gives us the longest day of the year. Unfortunately it’s hard to celebrate for too long, because …

Water is a precious and finite resource, so it behooves us all to use it carefully. Doing so saves money and benefits ourselves and the world around us. But what if you want to keep a lush and beautiful garden? Plants need water, is it possible to skimp on water …

As any experienced gardener will tell you, there’s really no such thing as versus when talking about gardening equipment. Especially not when the equipment is designed to perform similar tasks. Unfortunately, not all of us have the budget to splurge on every single gardening tool we want. So what do …

Pruning is one of the most important gardening and lawn care jobs. Skilled pruning keeps your plants attractive, encourages blossoming and new growth and helps prevent the development of disease. Good tools make your pruning tasks easier and more effective, so it’s well worth it to choose your pruners carefully …

Having a well manicured lawn can take a lot of work, but it’s worth it. A good lawn improves your home’s curb appeal and actually increases the value of your property. It also makes your garden space more inviting, useful and enjoyable for you. A well maintained lawn reduces the …

These days we hear lots of different products and practices referred to as “organic”. What does this term mean, and how is it correctly applied to gardening? In this article, we will define basic organic gardening for beginners and provide some practical tips to help you get started on your …

If you want to have veggies all the year-round and you’re not afraid of a bit of work, growing vegetables in a greenhouse may be just right for you. Managing a greenhouse takes quite a bit of monitoring, and you must be ready and able to provide heating during the …