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15 Gardening New Year’s Resolutions

Welcome to the new year with these gardening New Year’s resolutions! Some gardeners come up with too many annual resolutions, which in the end, can be overwhelming to try to …

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How To Throw a Jubilee Party

What is the Platinum Jubilee? Celebrating the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, Thurs 2nd June through to Sunday 5th June will see a national four-day weekend in …

How to Build a Green Roof on a Shed

You’ve almost certainly heard of a green roof – but do you know how they work? And, if you’re thinking of getting one yourself, do you know how to build …

How to Install Solar Panels on a Shed

Looking to make the leap to solar power? Look no further than your very own garden shed! Solar panels love to be somewhere that has a great view of the …

The Best Eco-friendly Plants to Grow in Your Garden

When it comes to helping the environment, taking an environmentally friendly approach to what you plant can have a massive impact. As we discussed in our previous post, creating and …

How to Make Your Garden Sustainable

Climate change isn’t just on its way – it’s already happening. As the garden building experts, our passion for our gardens means we’re naturally passionate about the environment and sustainability. …

Pros and Cons of Solar Panels for your Garden Shed

Are you looking for ways to make a positive impact on the environment? If so, have you considered the benefits of solar panels for your garden shed? Going off the …