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Expert gardening dos and don'ts to get a head start for summer before it's too late

As the clocks change at the end of next month, an expert from my builder.com says, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, says that now is the perfect time to get a head start on getting your garden in tip-top shape. With longer days ahead, you can spend more time getting your garden in order before welcoming the hotter weather just around the corner.

After the rigours of winter, some parts of...

Keiron Northcott

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Advice: Top Tips to Get Your Garden Ready For Winter

Advice: Top Tips to Get Your Garden Ready For Winter

TOP 5 TIPS TO GET YOUR GARDEN READY FOR WINTER

The days are getting shorter and the temperature colder – winter is fast approaching. Spending time taking care of your garden now will save you from the hassle in a few months, after all, they say summer gardens are made in the winter. Below are five top tips to help you prepare your garden for the winter.

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Five great Christmas decoration ideas for traditional-style homes

It is very easy to fall into the habit of putting up the same Christmas decorations year after year. We have all done that trip up into the loft, dusted off that dusty and faded Santa statue and placed him in the exact same spot that he’s stood for the last decade or two. If you are looking for a bit of a revamp, or want some inspiration for your new home, then look no further, as this list...

6 quick wins to become a greener landlord

Rental platform LettingaProperty.com has shared its top tips for a greener rental experience. From tips for landlords to those that require proactive tenant engagement, the company has outlined six quick wins.

The tips come as research from BCG finds that 67% of people in the UK believe that environmental issues are either equally concerning to, or more concerning than, health issues...

How to accessorise your garden for autumn

With autumn now here, green-fingered Brits are being advised on the best ways to accessorise their garden.

The gardening experts at GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have given their top five tips for creating a seasonal space the whole family can enjoy.

With the summer colours in the garden slowly beginning to fade away, gardeners up and down the country are being told to ditch...

Could allotments help solve the housing crisis by providing 600,000 new homes?

England’s allotments could provide space for over 600,000 new homes, according to the latest research by the estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk .

GetAgent’s research found that there are an estimated 4,554 allotments across the nation containing roughly 177,606 plots, each at an average size of 250 square metres. That’s a potential 44,401,500 square metres of allotment...

Tips and tricks to giving your garden a fresh update

The summer is here, and we are outside more than ever. While you might be satisfied that your garden is tidy and useable, it could be leaving you feeling uninspired. It might be the right time to give your garden an update that will help you love this space again. Here we offer some neat tips and tricks to help you give your garden some TLC and a hint of style.

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Hedgehogs

the Experts in Property launches 'Hedgehog Friendly Property' initiative

the Experts in Property , the South West’s network of independent estate agents, is delighted to launch their ‘Hedgehog Friendly Property’ initiative, a new campaign designed to support the plight of our endangered prickly friends.

The hedgehog first evolved around 15 million years ago and is one of the oldest mammals on the planet. In the 1950’s, hedgehog population around...

Garden Pod

Housebuilder’s stylish garden pod offer

Bovis Homes is offering homebuyers a contemporary new garden pod when they reserve a new home this summer!

Worth over £12,000, the seven-seater garden pod rotates 360 degrees to ensure homeowners can relax and entertain in their garden, while enjoying the sun, shade or breeze. And the pod can be used all year round thanks to a front canopy.

The roof is built from stainless...

Bonfire

Insurer reveals 29% spike in garden-fire claims during lockdown

  • Home insurance data reveals garden-related fires increased by 29% across all three UK lockdowns
  • Admiral saw 32% more garden fire claims in the latest lockdown compared to the same time period the previous year
  • Admiral is urging homeowners to be safe as warmer weather continues

David Fowkes, Head of Household Underwriting at Admiral, said: Over the...

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