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Gardening Is Trowel & Error – Winter Gardening You Need To Do

December 1, 2015 | Gardening Tips & Advice | No comments

Gardening Is Trowel & Error - Winter Gardening You Need To Do
When it comes to gardening, winter is often seen as a dormant season – a time to take a look back at what worked and what didn’t in your garden over the last year. But there is a lot more to winter garden than this, and planning for the year ahead.

To help you make the most out of your garden over the coming months, below we’ve shared some of the essential gardening tasks you should be carrying out between December and February.Read more

How To Drain Oil From a Lawnmower

September 28, 2015 | Gardening Tips & Advice | No comments

How To Drain Oil From a Lawnmower

The lawnmower, particularly during March and October (traditionally the lawn cutting season), is an invaluable tool. To keep it working to its full potential, for as long as possible, it’s important to carry out regular maintenance.

Some of the key maintenance on a petrol lawnmower, during and at the end of the cutting season, is the draining of oil. In this post, we explain when you should and how you drain oil from your lawnmower.Read more

A Simple Guide on How To Clean Your Patio

September 2, 2015 | DIY & Home Improvement  |  Gardening Tips & Advice | No comments

How To Clean Your Patio With a Pressure Washer

There’s no denying that a patio can be a great addition to any garden, providing the perfect area for a BBQ or to relax in the low-lying summer evening sun. But having a patio installed into your garden can work out expensive.

According to one leading DIY specialist, the price for materials plus labour for a 30m2 patio can range from just over £1,600 up to almost £3,000, so when you consider the price of having a patio installed its understandable that you’ll want it to remain looking at its best for as long as possible – and to achieve this you’ll need to clean it.Read more

3 Reasons Why Your Garden Appliances Will Hinder Your Garden

August 5, 2015 | Gardening Tips & Advice | No comments

Repair Garden Appliance Faults

Your garden is an extension of your home, and your chance to express your personality with the help of nature. Whether you’re after cascading water features, flowerbeds bursting with colour all year round or a pristine lawn surrounded by a few pots and decking – all can be achieved.

Achieving the garden you’re after and maintaining it however are two different things, and key to maintaining your desired garden is having the right garden appliances available – and in full working condition. Unfortunately, general wear and tear combined with irregular / poor maintenance can result in your garden appliances developing faults.Read more

How to Sharpen Your Lawnmower Blades

July 1, 2015 | Gardening Tips & Advice | No comments

Sharpen Your Lawnmower Blades

Key to achieving a clean cut each time you run the mower over your lawn is to have sharp lawnmower blades, and ideally you should be sharpening the blade on your mower twice during the main cutting season.

Whatever your DIY skill level, by following the advice in this guide, you’ll be able to ensure your mower’s blade is perfectly sharp and the cut of your lawn precise and clean.Read more

The Future is Here…Robotic Lawnmowers

June 12, 2015 | Gardening Tips & Advice | No comments

Robotic Lawnmower

When it comes to cutting the lawn, you either love it or you hate it. There is no middle ground, but if you want your garden to remain looking at its best, it is something which needs to be done regularly – particularly during the summer months.

For those who fall into the “hate it” group, fear not as a solution is available – a robotic lawnmower, and more specifically the Flymo 1200R Robotic Lawnmower. For those who aren’t fans of cutting the lawn, the Flymo 1200R – which has 20 years of technology under its belt, is the saviour of the garden, helping you achieve a perfectly manicured lawn.Read more

Your Simple BBQ Recipe for Success This Summer

May 27, 2015 | Gardening Tips & Advice | No comments

BBQ Recipe For Success

On average, the UK experiences 1493 hours of sun a year. And following the last few weeks of rain, we’re due some glorious warm days which will enable us to unwind with friends and family – and enjoy a BBQ.

But, if you’re one of the hundreds who failed to properly clean your BBQ last summer, you’ll no doubt be rushing about looking for a replacement. How do you make sure you get the perfect one for your summer needs? Simply, follow the advice outlined below.Read more

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