Gardening Perfecting Your Garden For Summer Parties This Year Posted on June 23, 2025August 18, 2026 By Becky As the days grow longer and warmer, there’s no better time to get your garden party-ready. Whether you’re planning a casual barbecue, a birthday celebration, or simply a relaxing evening with friends, a well-prepared garden sets the tone for memorable summer moments. A few thoughtful upgrades and a little maintenance… Read more
Gardening No Garden? No Problem: How to Grow More in Less Space Posted on June 2, 2025 By Becky Gardening might be one of the most grounding, therapeutic hobbies around, but it’s often assumed to be the domain of those with sprawling lawns and ample outdoor space. In reality, creating a lush, green oasis doesn’t require a back garden at all. Whether you live in a flat, a terrace… Read more
Gardening Modern Must-Haves to Create the Ultimate Backyard Retreat Posted on May 28, 2025April 4, 2026 By Becky Creating a backyard that feels like a true retreat doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does take a bit of planning. More people are turning their outdoor spaces into personal escapes where they can unwind, entertain, and enjoy time with family without leaving home. It’s about blending comfort with… Read more
Gardening How to Spend Less Time Gardening (And Not End Up With A Mess) Posted on May 22, 2025 By Becky The sun is out and the grass is growing, which is a good thing for those who love taking care of their garden. But what about those who hate it? Those who dread having to go out multiple times a week to make sure that their garden doesn’t look like… Read more
Gardening Fun And Easy Ways to Design A Relaxing Garden Posted on May 21, 2025May 21, 2025 By Becky Isn’t it lovely to have a beautiful garden that feels calm, happy and relaxing? Don’t you want a garden filled with soft grass, colourful flowers and green plants? If yes, then why wait? You can make your own little escape from this busy world easily in your backyard. Don’t worry… Read more
Gardening Creating a Child-Friendly Tiered Garden – an Update Posted on May 20, 2025June 11, 2026 By Becky Disclaimer: I can’t promise that these photos are particularly pretty (you will, in fact, see a lot of mud), but sometimes you need to document a process before you get to the pretty stuff, and hopefully you’ll get some tiered garden ideas from this post! Those who read this blog… Read more
Creative Life How to Make Perfect Pallet Furniture for your Garden Posted on May 7, 2025November 19, 2025 By Becky How nice has this recent weather been?! Compared to last Easter this one is a cracker, and if Instagram is anything to go by then the nation (well, interiors fans) have been prepping their gardens and getting them looking stylish for a summer of hanging out with friends and family…. Read more
Gardening How to Propagate Raindrop Peperomia: Tips and Advice for Successful Growth Posted on April 28, 2025 By Becky I love a good houseplant, and the Raindrop Peperomia (Peperomia polybotrya) stands out as a beautiful one which requires minimal care (ideal for notorious, accidental plant killers like myself!) and has gained growing popularity among plant collectors. Its heart-shaped glossy leaves make it a pretty addition to all indoor spaces…. Read more
Gardening The benefits of using a garden water pump for irrigation Posted on March 25, 2025 By Becky Keeping a garden healthy requires a consistent and efficient water supply. Whether you rely on a rainwater tank, a well, or an external water source, a garden water pump can help distribute water evenly, reducing waste and improving plant growth. One key advantage is that a garden water pump is… Read more