Category: Small 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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This summer, I tore apart my backyard ahead of a major makeover to create a food-producing permaculture paradise on my small city block. The project’s massive scale would be rather daunting were it not for a permaculture plan I spent a good year creating with help from a friend. The idea was to invest time and energy…
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1 Caryopteris imageBROKER/Jürgen Pfeiffer//Getty Images As a late summer to early fall bloomer, Caryopteris are ideal autumn flowers for USDA zones 5-9. Plus, they’re a great choice for a pollinator garden, as they attract bees, butterflies and other insects. SHOP CARYOPTERIS 2 Salvia Pakin Songmor//Getty Images Available in a range of colors, salvias can spruce…
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Dreaming of a lush, paradise-inspired backyard escape? These 25 tropical landscape ideas are vibrant, breezy, and bursting with exotic beauty — perfect for turning your outdoor space into a relaxing retreat filled with palms, blooms, and island vibes. Whether you’re going full jungle or subtly serene, these looks bring a splash of the tropics to…
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Australian designers often face the challenge of unifying the old and the new. Considering the abundance of heritage architecture, many have become deft at sensitively melding historic facades with contemporary additions. And while Nat Wheeler knows how to approach this challenge on the inside of the home, it was a different story bridging the gap…
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When I spoke to Cath Kidston MBE about the garden trends she’s excited to see in 2025, one style immediately came to mind: patio gardens. And not just patio ideas which involve planting up a container garden (although those are great, too) – speaking to Cath in her flagship C.Atherley store, she shared her love…
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If you have a small garden, then this ancient planting technique could be exactly what you need to maximise space and even improve your harvest. Three Sisters Planting is a Native American method of companion planting that places three crops in close proximity, allowing the plants to work in harmony and even benefit each other.…