Fancy a pond but don't have much space? Now's your chance to make waves with a mini-pond – which will not only look pretty, but will also attract beneficial insects and other wildlife to your plot.
Gardeners across the UK are being urged to encourage wildlife with water, as ponds form this year's Wild About Gardens challenge, from The Wildlife Trusts and the RHS.
So, you’re harvesting your autumn apples to find that the crispy crunch has been replaced by a mouldy mess, maggots have infested the fruits or scabs have formed on the outside. Here are a few of the things which may have happened, and how you can prevent them in future…
1. Codling moth If you’ve noticed maggots crawling within the fruits or simply the telltale holes, these are...
If your garden is the side of a postage stamp and you just want a feeling of space when you step outside, landscape expert Gena Lorainne of home care specialist Fantastic Services ( fantasticservices.com ) and planting designer Carolyn Dunster, author of Urban Flowers, offer the following tips...
1. Use mirrors
Placing a mirror or two in your small garden can create an...
With the UK on an ambitious path towards net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, a survey from online auction marketplace Auction Technology Group (ATG) has revealed that more needs to be done to raise awareness of the environmental impact of disposable 'fast-furniture'.
The poll found that while 82% of respondents do consider sustainability in some way when making a purchase, 45% are...
These quick fixes will take you a tenner and an afternoon, says Luke Rix-Standing.
Home improvements always look so simple on TV.
A few shots of an open toolbox, a montage of loud banging, and in just under 60 minutes (or 47 without ads), a perfectly fashioned walk-in closet has materialised where there used to be a wall.
Nothing says 'cosy' like snuggling-up in bed under the duvet for a bedtime story.
The Southside Cabin Bed provides a sound spot for sleeping and offers ample of space for storage with a drawer, two roomy cupboards and a shelf for keeping bedtime essentials.
Available in natural oak, for embracing that wood cabin feel, white for Scandinavian style, and a variety of bright...
A recent report by KIS Finance has revealed that as more people struggle to get on the property ladder, 23.5% of Brits are reliant on help from their parents, or other family members, to fund the deposit to buy their first home. The survey has also revealed how much longer individuals are having to wait before they are in the financial position to buy a house, often well above and beyond the...
A high quality power drill is a real DIY essential, capable of taking the time, effort and hassle out of countless home and garden jobs. When it comes to picking a drill, there's more choice than ever. With loads of different features to choose from, including hammer action, variable speed control and gears, it can be difficult to know where to start. At Homebase, you'll find a wide variety...
A family garden is a space that needs to work hard to meet the wishes of every member of the family – a fine balance between the seemingly conflicting needs of imagination and play for children, privacy for teenagers and relaxation, entertainment and aesthetics for adults. Here are some ideas from our friends at Homebase ...
Often the garden is given over entirely to just one generation of...
Damaged furniture, scratched walls and late removal vans are some of the most common 'fails' that sleep-deprived Brits face on moving day. A poll of 2,000 people who have moved home has revealed the most common disasters likely to cause them stress and sleepless nights before and after their big move. Half of homeowners have experienced a 'fail' on moving day, according to the study. Thirty-...
