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September 18, 2020 by freelancer

Landscaping Ideas to Start This Autumn 

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With fall quickly approaching, it’s high time we prepare to step into this season properly with some autumn-themed elements and fresh ideas that bring coziness, calmness, and reddish colors into the scene. Those lucky enough to live in the area with lush foliage can make miracles with just a few carefully chosen seasonal elements. However, if you are not among these fortunate ones, here are some imaginative autumn landscaping ideas and tips to start this fall.

A retaining wall with garden beds is handy

A retaining wall gives dimension to your yard. It is also excellent protection if your property is on a sloping site. You can create it yourself or consult an expert who will help you find the best design solution to get the result you have in mind. These walls can be from various materials, so the choice primarily depends on your taste, garden-style, and budget.

When choosing the plants for your wall, there are several key parameters that you need to consider. Firstly, these plants should be easy to shape and work with. Secondly, they should be cold-tolerant if you want them to last longer. Finally, do not underestimate the importance of companion planting. It would help if you chose plants that go well together. Suppose you will utilize this autumn landscaping idea’s full aesthetic potential and get genuine horticultural heaven on your property.

It is possible to extend the autumn season

Park Bench made of pine and concrete
This park bench was constructed of concrete and pine.

A beautiful fire pit on your patio or in the backyard seating area will enable you to enjoy the pleasant and relaxing autumn evenings for a longer time. Placing outdoor wooden furniture that matches the surroundings is an exciting and effective option to accentuate this area. On the other hand, if this sounds like too much money to spend, there is a viable alternative solution. Instead of building a fire pit, you could use a portable fire bowl and get similar though slightly less fascinating results.

Use concrete pavers and stepping stones

Some of the latest landscaping ideas to start this autumn are using concrete colored pavers and stepping stones to transform your yard from plain into extraordinary. Both pavers and stepping stones you can use in a great variety of ways to achieve the look you desire. As they are available in different colors, they can easily match other elements on your property.

Using concrete pavers and stepping stones is, for example, an excellent design option to divide large green areas into minor separate units. They are quite affordable, so creating a new landscape will not cost you a fortune. Whether you have just moved into a new home or trying to refresh your current one, using pavers and stepping stones is an intelligent solution.

Hardwood shredded mulch will give color to your garden beds

If you need more autumn colors on your property, use a mulch to brighten your landscape and make it livelier. As is the case with pavers and stepping stones, mulch is available in different colors, making it easy to combine with whatever architectural style you prefer.

A well-groomed garden for simplicity lovers

Suppose you prefer a natural landscape with few or no decorations. In that case, proper and regular maintenance in the autumn season will suffice. Make sure that your lawn is neatly mown at all times, dry leaves collected and disposed of, and your garden well-groomed.

Pumpkins are always the right choice

Pumpkins are an essential element of the autumn spirit. Regardless of which of the fall landscaping tips mentioned above you opt for, they will undoubtedly contribute to reaching the effect you can feast your eyes on and enjoy the autumn feel. Whether you opt for natural pumpkins or plastic and foam ones, you will not make a mistake.

Scatter them randomly around the yard. Combine them with potted plants, arrange them down the front entry path, or place them around your fascinating garden pond. The options are endless, and yet, they all give eye-catching results.

Take proper care of your tools

10x12 Tool Shed with Autumn Red Roof color upgrade

Use this autumn to introduce some significant yet practical and attractive changes regarding storing your gardening tools. Proper storing is essential during autumn. Your tools can get rusty or distorted if left in unacceptable conditions during heavy rainfall. Luckily, there are some highly convenient onsite storage solutions – like our wood tool shed pictured to the left – you can apply instead of cluttering your space. You can have a storage unit delivered to your address, where your items will be easily accessible and yet out of the way.

Final words

There are myriads of creative landscaping ideas to start this autumn. Choosing which of them to apply on your property will depend on your preferences, the style of your outdoor space, and your budget. From simple decorations to more demanding projects, you can transform your landscape drastically in several steps. Contemplate what you want to achieve, create a vision to follow, and start planning.

Author’s bio

Linda Smith is a former journalist who has been working as a freelancer for some time now. She is interested in real estate trends and design ideas for indoor and outdoor spaces. Linda enjoys helping people find the homes of their dreams.

 

Filed Under: Garden, Landscaping

September 7, 2020 by freelancer

Indoor Jungle: A Basic Guide to Indoor Plant Care

How to care for indoor platns

Now that most people spend their time at home instead of the great outdoors, for sure you want to see something green inside your homes and work spaces. Aside from aesthetics, plants make us feel better physically and mentally. They remove toxins in the air, and they boost your mood and make you feel relaxed. Thanks to the goodness of indoor plants, you can now have the wonders of nature inside your home. However, to make your indoor jungle thrive, you should be equipped with the proper knowledge of indoor house plant care.

Choosing your indoor plant baby

Before proceeding to the guide on how to care for indoor plants, let’s first discuss the tips and factors to consider when choosing what indoor plants you should have in your indoor jungle. Here are some questions that can help you narrow down your choices when it comes to determining which indoor plants are the best choices for clean air.

Am I allergic to it?

While it is true that indoor plants clean the surrounding air, they can still give off allergens such as mold and pollen that, when inhaled, can cause allergies. Moreover, if you choose large tropical indoor plants with large leaves, dust can accumulate, so make sure to wipe them clean occasionally.

Is it safe for kids?

If you have kids at home, most likely they might be tempted to hold plants and then touch their eyes, nose, and mouth, or eat them! Once ingested, they may undergo a simple skin reaction or upset stomach. If a large amount is ingested, it can be life-threatening.

In the process of baby-proofing your homes, do your research about the types of indoor plants you keep and the plants you are planning to add to your indoor jungle. Take note of any plants that are poisonous for kids and have the option of letting them go or hanging them out of reach.

Is it pet-friendly?

Aside from kids, your fur babies should also be taken into consideration when identifying houseplants. Cats and dogs may chew your houseplants out of curiosity.

If you won’t be able to place your plants in a spot unreachable to pets, make sure to select types of indoor plants that are safe for cats and dogs. These include Hawortia, an indoor plant resembling the aloe plant, and Boston ferns (Nephrolepis) known for its shaggy fronds.

How much space is needed?

If you live in a condo, you should know how to arrange indoor plants in your unit to maximize your space. Moreover, even though you want to turn a portion of your home into an indoor jungle, you would want it to be organized and serene, not stressful, and chaotic.

If you plan on adding beginner plants to grow indoors in different parts of your home – like along a window with our flower boxes – picture first how you would like to arrange them. This will help you “see” if your plan works well for your space. Make sure that these spaces are far from any wires and electrical outlets to avoid any accidents when you water them.

If you choose to add indoor vine plants, strategically place them in spots where you want them to crawl onto. You can also hang them on a basket, using a bracket, or place them on a tall plant stand and let them crawl down to the floor. Don’t forget to occasionally trim them and weed out dead leaves.

How much light and water are needed?

House plants will need some watering

One thing is for sure, indoor plants need a minimum amount of sunlight for several hours. Others don’t need sunlight at all since artificial light is sufficient for them. Consider the lighting for your indoor plants. Determine which plants should stay near windows and which ones can be placed in secluded spots. You don’t want them to die out of too much or too little sunlight. Also, rotate your plant facing the sun every once in a while, so that the whole plant will get sufficient sunlight.

Indoor plant care includes regular watering. Note that these plants do not need frequent watering so don’t fall into the trap of over-watering. As a rule of thumb, the thicker a plant’s leaves are, the less water it needs. Over-watering can harm your plants. There are also specific plants such as orchids that need regular misting of the roots and leaves, aside from watering the dirt, to ensure that they thrive.

Additional tips on how to keep plants happy

Understand the basics of indoor plant care.

Indoor plants are not very needy when it comes to taking care of them. However, if you do not have time to check up on them and provide their needs, they will die. To be a responsible indoor gardener, research well on how to properly provide the moderate care for the plants you wish to bring home.

Select plants ideal for beginners.

If you’re just starting out with the goal of creating an indoor jungle at home, it is best to select beginner plants as these are the easiest and usually the safest plants to have. Spider plants, snake plant, lucky bamboo, succulents and ivy are all excellent choices. 

Learn the techniques in indoor plant propagation.

Instead of buying additional plants of the same kind you already have, you can save money by learning how to propagate your plants. Plant propagation refers to the process of creating new plants. The common process of propagation involves cutting a segment of your plant and placing it in water or soil until it grows.

When the plants grow, it’s time to put them into a larger container.

Plants grow and sometimes, their roots grow through the drainage holes in your pot. When you notice this outgrowth, it is time to repot your plants, in a larger pot, so that there’s more room for their roots to grow.

Invest in good soil and fertilizer.

Potting soil is where your plant’s roots collect their much-needed nutrients to thrive. Make sure that you use the right soil for the type of indoor plants you have. Do not forget to add fertilizers at least once a month. Research the right type of fertilizer or compost suitable for your plants.

Wash your plants.

Your plants get dirty especially with the dust, smoke, and other elements inside your home that can clog the pores of their leaves. In your indoor house plant guide, do not forget to regularly clean your plants by spraying its leaves with clean water. If you see that bugs live in your plants, you can wash them with insecticidal soap using a non-abrasive cloth.

Prune your plants when necessary.

Pruning is essential to encourage your plants to grow more. If you see that a part of your indoor plant has withered or faded, especially if they are indoor flowering plants, it is time to prune them. Doing so will make them look their best and will prevent the diseased branches from affecting the whole plant.

If you have indoor vines and large, lush indoor plants, pruning will enable you to shape them and show off your artistic talent. If your large tropical indoor plants are almost reaching the ceiling, it’s better to cut that segment of the plant that touches the ceiling.

Place them in safe places.

When kids and pets play and run indoors, there is a chance that they might bump into your indoor plants and break their pots. So, if you are keeping small plants indoors, make sure to keep them in places where they won’t be stepped on or run over.

Talk to your plants.

How to keep plants happy? Studies show that talking to plants helps them grow. When you’re alone and you don’t have anyone to talk to, tell your plants how your day went. They won’t talk back to you, but they’ll prove to be good listeners.

There are a lot of benefits in building your own indoor jungle at home. You’ll feel more relaxed and happier while you stay in the comforts of your home. So do your best in learning how to take care of plants so that your indoor jungle will thrive.

Article written by Emily Harper

Filed Under: Garden, How-To

September 2, 2020 by freelancer

How to Design and Build a Pond for Your Garden

backyard garden designIf you have decided to create a small garden pond, the first thing you should be thinking about is what type of pond you would like to have. Would you prefer it to be above-ground or in-ground? You also have to choose the type of construction needed. Would it be a flexible self-designed pond or a prefabricated one? Both of these have advantages and can be perfectly integrated into your garden with thorough planning.

Thorough Planning is Key

You have to take plenty of time to plan all the possible nuances: the pond type, size (dimensions), liner material, and many other features. It is always easier to build a pond following a well-prepared plan. Some may prefer to jump in with the build and fix any issues along the way. This approach could lead to scrapping the project and starting over from scratch. This is why you ought to look for pond ideas on the Internet or see the backyard of your neighbors. Consult a professional and decide on the type, size, and style of the construction before beginning the building process and its preparations. Make sure that you stick to the plan.

Decide What Type of Construction it Will Be

One of the first things that you need to decide is the type of construction. Here are some of my favorite pond construction types to get you started in the right direction. 

The foil type is the perfect solution to integrate a pond of a preferred shape and dimensions in your garden. It looks especially natural, even large shallow water zones can be easily formed using it.

First, you should determine how much foil liner you require to build your dream pond. Make sure that you are going to use high-quality material so that you get to enjoy your little oasis for a long time. This is possible only if the chosen foil is durable, water-resistant, and rot-proof. I also recommend protecting the foil from excessive sunlight. In case your foil is UV-resistant, then you should still cover it for aesthetic reasons. Stones, special stone liners, or sedum mats are best suited for this. I would also recommend that you use dark colors since they enhance water reflection and as a result; your pond will appear to be deeper than it is. You also have to pay careful attention to the surface of the edges. You should smoothen it and ensure that you do not leave any sharp stones. This can be done using a layer of sand and then covering it with a protective fleece.

On the contrary, preformed plastic pond liners, made of high-density/ reinforced polyethylene or fiberglass, are extremely robust and almost indestructible. They come in all possible sizes, shapes, and surfaces, so they can meet almost any need. Also, their installation is faster and easier, compared to a foil pond. Another advantage of such liners is their mobility. It means that, if you happen to change your mind and would like to move your pond someplace else, it would be much easier and quicker. You simply should dig out your prefabricated pool and reinstall it at its new place or even your new home, if you end up moving somewhere else.

Some people also build a concrete pond, but it is not the most optimal variant since it makes it very difficult to move it or deconstruct it as well as being unable to make any adjustments to it.

Planning Out the Setting

After you had decided on the construction type of your future pond, the actual planning can now begin. First, determine its precise size and location. The ideal location for your garden lake would be in a partially shaded location in your backyard. Three to five hours of direct sunlight per day would be ideal for the water quality and the well-being of almost any plants and fish that live there. In case the pond would be exposed to sunlight for a longer period, you should consider shading it with an umbrella or border plants. This would be necessary to help prevent the water from becoming too warm and as a result affecting the growth of algae and other microorganisms.

Koi Pond FishIf you decide to use border plants as a source for the shade you have to pay extra attention when choosing the type of plant needed. For example, foliage and conifer plants are not the best choices. This also applies to strongly rooted plants. One more thing to keep in mind is that when you choose border plants, you should place them far enough from the body of water. Mainly because as leaves fall in autumn they will immediately end up in the pond. This can negatively affect water quality. Furthermore, tree and shrub roots can make it difficult to dig out the preformed pond liner and may even damage it. Plants of the cypress family (Cupressaceae) should be avoided since their needles can poison the water as they fall into your pond. This rule is essential if you intend to build a fishpond.

Next, you will want to recreate the entire ecosystem in your yard to keep your fish in a healthy and clean environment. If it’s not an option, then you might consider installing a filter to remove excess dirt particles and reduce toxins. With the help of special test sticks, you can easily determine and control the water quality of your pond at any time. Also, a good investment would be buying a garden pond aerator, which helps protect against excessive vascular plants, green water, and the lack of oxygen in your pond. There are various solar aerator models on the market nowadays, so you won’t need to connect it to an electrical outlet. However, in case you get common electrical equipment, you might want to consider the need to plan a cable route for all the electrical devices. I recommend constructing your garden pond not very far from your house. Building a small garden shed with electricity supply nearby would be also a nice option for that purpose.

As early in the planning stage, you will also have to decide what type of fish (if any) you would like to have since it would also help you decide what pond equipment you require.

As for decorations, you might want to consider buying and installing LED-lights and fountains. The latter ones can serve not only in achieving a natural look and a soothing water splash but also maintain oxygen at a normal level, which is vital for the pond. To install one, you would need a pump that will transport the water from the pond to the source of the fountain. For a fishpond, it would be ideal if you can combine the pump with a suitable filtering system.

Speaking of LED-lights, they can add more liveliness to your pond, and that way you can enjoy watching it even during the late hours of the night. Illuminated ponds add a romantic feel to any outdoor dinner and can serve as a perfect decoration for summer garden parties.

Step-by-Step Building Tutorial 

  1. Mark the outline of your future pond in the planned location. For example, with the help of a garden hose or wooden pegs. You should also identify damp, shallow, and deep-water zones.
  2. Start digging. First, remove any turf in the area planned for the garden pond, put it aside — you are going to need it after the pond is complete. Make sure that the sides of the hole are level. You can check it by placing a plank across it and using a spirit level. Make sure that you removed all stones and roots in that area.
  3. Model the different depth zones with the spade. You can secure them with the help of lean concrete if needed. Let’s say we are going to have around 20-30 cm deep damp water zone, around 60 cm deep shallow zone, and around 120 cm deep water zone.
  4. Fill the pond hole with a layer of sand. Naturally, you can use any other insulation material, for example, waterproof geotextile liner or even pieces of an old carpet. This step is crucial so you should not miss it. An isolation layer is needed for protecting the foil from future damage.  
  5. Carefully place the foil into the hole, letting around 15 cm overlap. You must ensure that every cm of the foil is placed correctly into every corner inside the pond.
  6. After insulating and placing the foil in the pond hole, you should dig a shallow trench around the pond hole and tuck the overlapping edges of the foil into the trench.
  7. Now, it’s up to you on how you wish to cover up the foil at the edges and weigh it down. For example, you can use decking planks or stones. I prefer using a combination of special stone liners to cover the pond edges and then place stones on the top of it. It creates the most natural look.
  8. Put some sand on the bottom of every level of your garden pond and weigh the foil on each level with the help of the stones.
  9. Now, it’s time to fill your pond with water (preferably rainwater). To avoid sand from dispersing, try to direct the first water stream onto an object like a stone, and do that very slowly. In this stage, you should consider adding the needed equipment and planting some water weeds into the sand at the bottom of each water zone. After the water has completely covered the sand at each pond level, you can gradually start filling up the pond quicker.
  10. In this step, the foil may stretch and start to change its position at the edges. That’s not something to worry about since it is just adjusting itself. After the pond is full of water, weigh up the edges with the stones again. Now, it’s time to use the left aside turf. Place it over the edges around the stones, add some little stones and logs to achieve the most natural look. You can also plant something in the soil, but with time, this will happen on its own. Speaking of a fishpond, do not add fishes straight away, give it some time so that the water settles in (at least for one week).

So, as you have noticed from our pond design tips, setting up a garden pond is not rocket science and thinking it through takes more time than building it. Taking the time to plan properly can help avoid pitfalls during the building process. Once your design is ironed out, and materials are secured, it is very plausible to have your pond built over a weekend or two. 

This article on how to create a small garden pond was contributed by Kimberly Cornish

Filed Under: Garden, How-To, Landscaping

July 22, 2020 by freelancer

Enhancing Your Jamaica Cottage’s Backyard

We know how special your Jamaica Cottage is; each one is different and speaks to the owner’s tastes and lifestyle. If you are hoping to make the most of the appearance of your backyard and cottage, then you’re in the right place. We have some backyard improvement ideas that will take your outdoor space from bland to brilliant!

 

1. Create a Botanical Garden

Writer's Haven Garden
This small wood cabin includes a triangle shaped covered porch.

Just about everyone loves gardens, though there’s a common misconception that they’re difficult to create and/or maintain. This couldn’t be further from the truth! On top of that, they’re quite budget-friendly if you do it right. While a bit of preparation is needed along with knowing where the sunlight and shade are in your backyard, you could realistically finish in a day.

 

You can choose what you’d like in your garden. Are you a fan of flowers and plants? There are endless possibilities. If you want to eat fresh veggies, while saving money, try planting your own. Cherry tomatoes are famously easy to grow if you don’t have much experience, and they taste delicious!

 

Desert-type gardens are typically the easiest to maintain if you don’t have a lot of time to put into maintenance. Rocks, plants, and cacti all give a unique look and don’t need a lot of watering. However, with a Jamaica Cottage, you may prefer a more lush or aquatic landscape.

 

2. Add a Fire Pit

Fire pits are wonderful to have, great for entertaining, and can instantly change the vibe of your backyard. You also have quite the array of options, depending on the size of available space you can dedicate to the pit as well as your budget. If you want to go the quick and easy route, you can simply purchase one. However, a more custom look is another option, choosing the materials and making it yourself.

 

There are countless plans and tutorials online that will show you exactly how to set up a fire pit area. Not only that but building it yourself will give you a sense of satisfaction when you’re done!

 

3. Add a Gazebo or Screen House

10x10 Florida Room with Tudor Brown Roof
10×14 Florida Room – This design is often used as a screen house or shelter for a hot tub.

This is another option where you can build your own or buy one. In this case, we recommend purchasing one. Backyard gazebos instantly offer a shady, protected space for you to hang out in, entertain guests in, and more.

 

We all know the annoyance of sitting down to enjoy a nice barbecue or simply socializing with loved ones when mosquitos crash the party. With gazebos, you can simply close the sides and keep the unwanted guests out! The very popular Florida Room design easily solves this problem. During the daytime, they protect you and your guests from harmful UV rays while offering a cool retreat for you to lounge under.

Colors and materials are endless, so you are sure to be able to find one that perfectly matches the existing décor or style of your backyard.

 

4. Create a Path

8x12 Saltbox storage shed with red roof
This 8×12 Saltbox shed has an Autumn Red corrugated metal roof upgrade. The floor system can be upgraded to pressure treated skids, joists and decking for added protection.

Paths are great ways to add a bit of organization to your backyard, separating the sitting area from the rest of the yard, for example. On the other hand, you can use a path to tie all separate parts of your yard together, such as your shed/cottage, your lounge space, garden, etc. Paths also require planning, as you don’t want to just do guesswork as you’ll probably end up wasting time and having to start over at some point.

 

You can select the exact materials you want to work with, which lets you select the color, texture, thickness, and more. If you’re on a tight budget, simply pick up a roll of landscaping fabric, a couple of bags of mulch, and you’re in business! It’s something that anyone can do, too — even if they’re not particularly experienced in the DIY world!

 

Summary

Now that you have some of the best ideas out there to improve your Jamaica Cottage’s backyard, which ones are you going to do first? No matter what your budget or timeframe is, you can easily incorporate all of these if you’d like to! However, even if you just finish one project, it can greatly improve the look of your yard to be more inviting for you and any of your future guests. We hope that you enjoyed these DIY backyard renovation ideas, and we want to thank you for staying tuned!  

Filed Under: Design, Garden, How-To

March 11, 2020 by freelancer

How To Transform Your Garden into Horticultural Heaven

Even in winter, heading outside into the garden can be a wonderful way to relax, get some fresh air and even a little physical activity, too. However, beautiful backyards don’t just happen by themselves – even the simplest of gardens requires some level of upkeep, but that’s all part of the fun (mostly)!

If you’re new to the world of gardening and looking to embrace your green-fingered side, this post has plenty of gardening inspiration to help you get started on the road to creating a horticultural haven. Offering actionable tips and yard improvement ideas for simple gardening projects, we’ll show you how to optimize your outdoor space even if this is the first time you’ve ever picked up a trowel.

Clear the decks

Photo by Nagesh Badu on Unsplash

Whether you’re focusing on just one small part of your garden or tackling the whole area, just like inside your home, it’s important to clear and prepare the space before you start.

Whatever grand designs you have for your backyard, always take the time to cut back overgrown trees and bushes and remove as many pesky weeds as you can. While this isn’t the most enviable job, the rigorous workout will be worth it when you’re left with a clear space and the knowledge that your new garden won’t be overrun by fast-growing weeds within weeks.

Late winter and early spring are good times to start this type of project as most plants won’t have begun blooming yet and any hardy weeds will still be in their infant phases. For plant growing areas like vegetable patches and flower beds, add a good layer of mulch once you’ve de-weeded to ensure they don’t come back. With the right preparation, you’ll be ready to get creative in the garden.

Get tooled up and organized

When you’re starting out, you may find you don’t need a whole lot of high-tech tools to tackle your gardening projects – but a few essentials will definitely stand you in good stead. Top of your list should be some sturdy gardening gloves to keep your hands protected, as well as some sharp pruning shears and some small secateurs for trimming back bushes, trees and even trimming the lawn edges if you want to go that far. You should also invest in a decent trowel, shovel, fork and rake, as well as a lawnmower if you have any grass to keep maintained. Finally, make sure you have a hose or at least a large watering can so you can keep those thirsty plants well fed.

With a sizable amount of tools, it also pays to keep things organized from the start. There’s nothing more frustrating than going to do a quick job and having to spend more time finding what you need than doing it. Investing in a summer house or a small garden shed is the way to go here, as everything will be outdoors and close to hand. Of course, you don’t want your summer house to feel cramped and cluttered, so keep things tidy and secure with storage lockers for your gardening equipment. Whether you’re stowing away trowels, seeds or planting pots, you’ll have a compact gardening station with everything ready to go when you are.

Keep things simple

It’s easy to get carried away with big DIY backyard landscaping ideas on how you want your garden to look, but in the early stages of developing your outdoor area it’s often advisable to start with simple and smaller projects. As your confidence and knowledge grows, so too can your garden projects.

One effective starting project to transform a dull, bland garden into a horticultural paradise is to add some flower beds, vegetable growing areas or a combination of the two. For a low-maintenance option that looks professional and striking we’d suggest opting for raised beds that work for flowers, shrubbery and vegetables.

These can be stand-alone features in the middle of the lawn or border-hugging designs. Either way, the height aspect makes planting and the inevitable weeding easier, while also giving your garden added dimensions and some low-level seating. From recycled railway sleepers to brick or stone, you can use all kinds of materials to create your raised beds, then simply line them and fill with topsoil ready for planting.

If space is an issue, using pot plants is also a great way to add color and character even for inexperienced gardeners, but just remember they will need more water than ground-based beds, so keep your watering can at the ready!

Photo by NeONBRAND on Unsplash

The key to achieving the garden of your dreams starts with preparation and a clear vision of how you want it to look. With these elements in place, you can begin the exciting journey of transforming your backyard into a beautiful haven to enjoy for years to come, whatever backyard garden ideas and designs you have in mind.

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Tom Brialey adopts his philosophy that, in addition to the highest quality products, you must also provide the highest standard of service to your customers in order to succeed. That’s why it’s Tom’s mission to provide expert support 100% of the way.

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