Have we forgotten how to play?

Have we forgotten how to play?

Remember when you used to climb trees, camp out in makeshift dens and pretend to be Robin Hood (just me?) In our busy adult lives, have we forgotten how to play? What if you could bring some of this magic back into your life through your garden and rediscover the...
The Urban Garden: Design and planting ideas

The Urban Garden: Design and planting ideas

Urban gardens can be found in both towns and Cities. Usually much smaller than a rural garden, they are often enclosed by walls or fences and as such can become ‘external’ rooms that complement the owner’s individual property and lifestyle. The success of these...
What does your garden mean to you?

What does your garden mean to you?

What is your garden? Big, small? Borders, turf, flowers? No, not that; I mean what is your garden? Look beyond what is immediately visible to what your garden means to you. Is it a space for rest and relaxation? A place for social interaction? Or an area to enjoy some...
6 Reasons to garden

6 Reasons to garden

1. The Health Benefits – mental and physical. Being active, getting fresh air. Being able to switch off or if you prefer, contemplation and time to reflect. Taking time for yourself, away from work, garden alone to enjoy some time out or involve the whole family. 2....
Why are gardens good for you?

Why are gardens good for you?

Whether you are a passionate or reluctant gardener, there are lots of reasons why getting out in the garden is good for you. Health Benefits Gardening is good for your mental and physical wellbeing . It’s outdoor exercise as well as the chance to take some time...
Winter Wildlife: They need you!

Winter Wildlife: They need you!

With our countryside diminishing it has become even more important for gardeners to offer refuge to wildlife. Your garden doesn’t need to be messy to attract wildlife but be careful not to over tidy and remove possible shelter and hibernating spots. Here are...
Plants for a Mediterranean haven

Plants for a Mediterranean haven

If finding enough time for gardening is proving difficult, a gravel garden may be the way forward for you. A good way to create a low-maintenance garden is by introducing drought-tolerant plants and, by their very nature, Mediterranean style plants are ideal. These...