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Home Is Where The Garden Is

Contributed Post Picture Source As proud homeowners, many of us can testify to the fact that our garden is our second home. Interior design is always the area people focus on when it comes to renovating their property, but, whether you’re looking to sell your house or simply make it prettier for your own pleasure, the exterior is just as important as the interior. After all, the outside of your home is what you and everyone else will see before anything else. Yes, I know – tackling the mammoth task of rejuvenating your home’s outdoor area is easier said than done. Tidying and re-designing even the smallest of gardens can seem overwhelming on the surface, but it shouldn’t be such a scary task. At the…
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A Garden Less Ordinary: Top Tips for a Unique Outdoor Space

Contributed Post Photo Credit Let’s face it, try as they might, many people’s gardens end up looking exactly the same. While simple wooden colours may have a classic feel, they don’t give your garden the stand-out look that makes it totally unique. Similarly, the humble garden gnome can be found in pretty much everyone’s gardens so will never provide a good talking point for your guests. This summer, why not make your garden stand out from the crowd? A Lick of Paint A simple job that can make the world of difference, painting your wooden fence panels can really have a huge effect. Instead of plain old mahogany, opt for a light blue or turquoise that will really provide some contrast to your garden. You…
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Tips For Keeping Your Houseplants Healthy

Contributed Post Image Source Houseplants are a beautiful way of bringing a bit of nature to our modern tech-heavy homes. They also help supply oxygen to our homes, as well as purifying the air, fighting off diseases and even helping us to work more efficiently by increasing memory retention. Of course, just like garden plants, they need to be looked after. Here are some tips to help keep your houseplants healthy (and don’t forget to check out this guide from Groom + Style for more tips). Light The amount of light needed varies from plant to plant. Flowering plants generally need the most. Other plants can get away with a more indirect light and can scorch if exposed to too much direct sun, some examples…
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Make The Most of Small Gardens: Tiny Yard, Big Impact

Contributed Post Image You don’t need a massive outdoor space to create an attractive and functional garden. There are lots of simple techniques that will transform the smallest of yards and create the illusion of a larger area. And the winter months are a great time to work on this, to ensure you’re ready for spring. Start With Function When planning your garden, begin with function. What do you intend to use it for? Will it be somewhere to relax at the end of a busy day or on weekends? Are you looking for a manageable yard, with the minimum of maintenance?  Do you want to grow your own herbs, fruit, and vegetables? Or are aesthetics more important? Determining the function of your garden will…
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Love Your Garden: Advice To Follow To Make The Yard Your Favorite Part Of The Property

Contributed Post A lot of people don’t use their garden enough. After all, they are unsure what to do to make the yard look fantastic. But it’s such a big space that it’s a shame not to make the most of it. Therefore, it’s time to make some improvements to your yard to ensure you fully utilize the space. Here is some advice to follow to make the yard your favorite part of the property! Add an area for growing fruit and vegetables There are lots of benefits to growing your own fruit and vegetables. For one thing, they tend to be a lot healthier than the produce you buy from the store. After all, they are fresh from the ground. Also, growing your own…
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