Garden
British BBQs – A sense of humour required
Sudden downpours, undercooked bangers and swarms of wasps – a sense of humour seems to be a prerequisite for most British BBQs and perhaps that’s why Matt Lucas and David Walliams have just been voted Britain’s ultimate barbecue guests. The golden TV duo scooped 45% of votes in a poll of 3,000 Brits commissioned by garden wood-care specialist Sadolin.
Enjoy your garden all year round
As the summer fades and the nights draw in, why not extend your garden life with one of the latest hot tubs from Jacuzzi. One of the most exciting additions to the Jacuzzi Hot Tub Collection is the Skyline Profile. This stylish, contemporary hot tub is the first tub designed for domestic installation featuring an infinity effect overflow and the deep immersion available gives the sensation of being in a far larger pool.
Don’t fake it - Top care tips for real Christmas trees
With Christmas just a few months away The British Christmas Tree Growers’ Association offers some top tips on this season’s tree trends, advice on how to care for your tree and ways to recycle at the end of the season.
Inside outside
A perfect way to spend a warm, sultry evening is on your terrace or in the garden, sipping a chilled glass of wine. Why not enjoy the same comfort and aesthetic beauty outside as you do inside?
How to create your very own four seasons garden
If you’re a fair-weather gardener but would like to have a garden that you can make use of all year round, then help is at hand from woodcare specialists Sadolin, sponsors of the inspirational Sadolin Four Seasons Garden, which has just scooped a Gold medal at this year’s prestigious Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
Andrew Duff previews Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2008
The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show (8 – 13 July 2008) is a highlight in every garden lover’s calendar. The show falls into five categories - show gardens, water gardens, small gardens, conceptual gardens and inspiring spaces and takes place in the beautiful environs of Hampton Court.
Meow: Hilarious new Coo Clock from HeadsUp
Kids and kids at heart will love HeadsUp’s whimsical and cheerful Coo Clocks. Combining Old World charm and 21st century style, these colourful clocks come with a wacky twist that breathes new life into Cuckoo Clocks of old.
Visit Thrive and find out more about the power of gardening
Making its debut at the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show this year is the national charity, Thrive, which has clear evidence that gardening really is good for you whatever your age.
The best garden tool designs from around the world
Throughout the centuries, gardeners & horticulturists around the world have developed different tools to suit their needs. Some tools are specific to the cultivation of certain plants or crops, others are just a different way of doing the same jobs.
Adding colour outside
As gardens are increasingly used as an extra room more people are bringing colour outside to add another dimension to their garden. A splash of colour in the garden can really add dynamism to any plot, whether large or small. In large gardens colour can be used to break up large expanses of green by adding interest, for example a secluded gazebo, which could benefit from being painted. In smaller gardens, colour can be used on garden furniture to add a fun element to the area, or on trellises to complement climbing plants.
Keep up with the Greens and stay ahead in the property market
Forget the Jones’ – a new study by B&Q has found we’re now a nation desperate to keep up with the ‘Greens’ next door in light of the current housing market, according to new research.
Summer heat? The wood needs a treat
It’s common knowledge that preventative action makes sense, avoiding the cost of replacing expensive garden furniture and fixtures, but people are frequently put off by the bewildering range of exterior wood care products and concerns over their safety and environmental impact, not to mention the prospect of spending days out in the garden painstakingly creosoting acres of woodwork.
Outdoor lighting shines brightly at National Lighting Stores
Outdoor lighting can extend the use of outdoor space while providing safety, security and peace of mind. A garden can come to life in the evening with just a few, carefully selected fittings.
Water – A key element in garden design
Water is a key element in garden design, whether to create movement, to provide soothing or energising sound, as a surface for reflections, an environment for aquatic plants and wildlife or simply as a resource for essential watering of plants.
NS&I selects and nurtures gardening talent
Three innovative and modern designs have been selected as winners in the NS& I Growing Gardens Today competition at BBC Gardeners' World Live 2008, in association with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).