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For an easy and low-maintenance design choice, ornamental grasses are one of the most useful plants you can include in your garden. Grasses work with just about every style of yard, and their many benefits range from the practical to the aesthetic. If you love the idea of the rewilding trend and the move towards…
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Much like fashion, garden styles come and go. Vintage landscaping design might be just what you need if you’re tired of modern landscaping and you’re yearning for the romanticism of yesteryear. The term ‘vintage’ encompasses a variety of gardening trends from different eras. Whether you’re inspired by the architectural gardens of Paris, the romantic winding…
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For city dwellers, even a small front garden can be a huge selling point when buying a house. A small garden of any stature can be a blessing and provide sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether it’s just big enough for a table and chairs surrounded by a few outdoor plant…
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Creating your dream garden can seem like a pricey venture, but with the right budget garden ideas, it doesn’t have to cost the earth. Gardening doesn’t need to be an expensive hobby – there are plenty of budget garden ideas you can use to create your dream space. Even the most attractive garden landscaping ideas…
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Looking for space-saving vegetable garden ideas? You don’t have to wait until you’re settled to start gardening. Start gardening in the small space you have and learn gardening lessons along the way. My first apartment in Seattle was the size of a generous closet, with no yard and no sunlight – I couldn’t see the sky from…
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Many gardeners spend the winter months dreaming of spring. But if you want to get a head start on your spring garden or explore your creativity with nature-themed crafts, there are still plenty of ways to keep your green thumbs busy in winter. From growing microgreens to improving your soil, this list of winter garden…
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Recent findings from the Post Office revealed that 87 per cent of prospective buyers consider the garden as one of their top priorities when buying a home. However, many homes, particularly new-builds, terraces and ground floor flats, only come with small gardens or courtyards. And in built-up areas, gardens are often not just compact, but…
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There’s a shared desire among many city dwellers for an escape within the bustle. To be able to find some sense of solitude and relaxation, without actually having to leave the metropolis. In Toronto, just behind the frenetic energy of Queen Street West, this dream is made a reality. Part home office, part wellness space,…
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As spring arrives, many of us look to the garden as a way to bring warmth, colour and life into our homes. But not everyone has a sprawling backyard or perfect conditions for planting. For some of us, getting enough sun can be a challenge, while others might be dealing with a courtyard or patio…
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The experts recommend growing more expensive crops that you actually like. (Image: Getty) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more With the cost-of-living crisis driving up food prices, you may be considering growing fruit and vegetables as a way to cut the cost…