Garden Tips & Inspiration

Everything about garden design, planting and maintenance

Renovate your garden without ripping everything out. Tips on what to keep, what to improve and what to replace for a stunning result.

Create a low-maintenance garden with smart materials and plants. Less weeding, pruning and mowing — more time enjoying your outdoor space.

Make your garden safe and fun for children. Tips on safe materials, play areas, non-toxic plants and smart zoning for family gardens.

Create a sustainable garden that's good for nature and your wallet. Tips on rainwater, native plants and reducing hard surfaces.

Should you hire a garden designer or go DIY? An honest comparison of costs, results and time investment to help you decide.

Turf or seed for your new lawn? Compare costs, time to results and quality. Step-by-step guide to a perfect green lawn.

Prevent waterlogging with proper garden drainage. Guide to drainage pipes, soakaways, French drains and when you really need them.

Lay a new driveway. Compare block paving, gravel, concrete and permeable options on price, load-bearing and water drainage.

Install garden lighting for mood and security. Guide to LED, solar, 12V systems and smart placement for the best visual effect.

Everything about putting up a garden fence. Height rules, boundary laws, material comparison and cost per metre for UK gardens.

Build a pergola in your garden. Compare timber, aluminium and steel on price and durability, with climbing plant tips and planning rules.

Build a pond in your garden. Location tips, liner vs preformed, aquatic plants and year-round maintenance for crystal-clear water.