Average log burner installation costs and everything you need to know The cost of installing a wood burner can vary greatly and much of it will depend on the type of stove you want to buy and how much work needs to be done. If you are thinking of installing a wood burner in your home, this guide should help you estimate your overall cost and help you decide what you need to take into…
10 Amazing easy to grow climbers for a pergola and covering a trellis Do you want to improve the quality of your outdoor living space? Are you looking for a way to transform your patio into a visually appealing area? Want a place to keep your extra potted plants? Well, a pergola is a perfect solution. A pergola is an outdoor structure that can change your back garden from a dull open area to an…
5 amazingly easy to grow climbing plants for encouraging wildlife into your garden Climbing plants are fascinating for both humans and animals. They cover our walls, patios and fences, providing ample room for wildlife seeking shelters such as bees and birds caught in a sudden downpour, food in the form of berries and the insects they attract and places for birds to nest. They are also able to provide shade and overall décor in our…
How and when to prune clematis for the best show Clematis is a climbing plant that blossoms to create breath-taking scenery in the garden. The clematis plant has many, many variations, so it is possible to see many different colours, in many different shapes and sizes, from very large traditional flowers like that on Clematis multi Blue to small nodding yellow bellflowers often associated with early flowering varieties such as Bill Mackenzie. Many people are…
This is a guest post by Guy, he runs a very helpful blog at guyabouthome.com, where he educates people on everything from green living, to decor, to the latest gardening trends. Just like us, he is passionate about helping our declining Bees. Without further ado, take it away Guy! Bees are more than just insects that produce honey for us. They are responsible for cross-pollination of a whole range of vegetables and flowers. So, they do…
