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Upgrade your driveway with granite chippings

June 03, 2021

Granite chippings are one of a wide range of decorative aggregates that can be used for a broad range of garden projects. The exceptional versatility of these small stones makes them ideal for use in driveways, creating an attractive, clean-looking entrance to your home.
Why are granite chippings so good for driveways?

Granite chippings for driveways are hugely beneficial for both aesthetical and practical reasons. First, they look very attractive, and can often be spotted out the front of many well-kept, expensive homes. They can instantly and completely transform the look of your driveway and can cover up unsightly surfaces. Second, they are also very low maintenance and can withstand extreme force and movement.

Vehicles are very heavy pieces of equipment, and outdoor surfaces such as concrete and paving are likely to crack and break under their force after time. In contrast, granite chippings are extremely flexible and, instead of breaking under force, they simply
Where can you buy rockery stone online?

June 01, 2021

Rockeries can be used for many purposes, from displaying smaller plants to creating a focal point for your outdoor spaces. They can also be used to disguise an area of your garden you’re not so keen on and transform it into an eye-catching attraction and a feature that becomes a talking point when guests drop by.
One of the best aspects of rockery gardens is that with a little time and planning, they are projects you can carry out completely by yourself. Sourcing plants for your project isn’t a tricky task to manage with well-stocked garden centres close by, but when it comes to stones for your rockery, this can be another matter altogether.

Where can I find rockery stone suppliers near me?

Due to the size and scale of many rockery stones, it takes a specialised operation to source and ship these impressive garden features. This often means that tracking down a supplier in your local area isn’t always easy. Don’t let this get in the way of designing your rockery project,
Choosing the best garden stones for your home

May 28, 2021

If you're looking to create an attractive and serene outdoor space for your home, stones can add interest and depth to practically any garden. There are many different types of stones that are popular in gardens, and the type you choose will depend on what you're planning to do with them. So, with so much choice, how do you know which are the best garden stones for your home?
Determine their purpose

Before buying stones for your garden, ask yourself why you would like to use the stones and what you'd like to use them for. Do you need to fill a large area, such as a driveway or path, or create landscaping within a sloping garden? Or, would you like to create an attractive border for a pond or pathway? Perhaps you're looking for stones for creating a beautiful rockery, or maybe you're looking for pebbles that can complement a water feature. Stones have so many different uses and are natural and practical solutions to a variety of gardening issues.
Aggregates vs gravels: What you need to know

May 27, 2021

Gravel is a type of decorative aggregate, and whether it is the right option for you will depend on your own specific requirements, such as performance priorities and where you are planning to use your choice. Here we take a look at some of the benefits of gravel and different forms of aggregates so that you can decide what best matches your needs.
How To Use Your Bulk Bag Of Scottish Pebbles

April 08, 2021

Available from Decorative Gardens in smaller quantities or a bulk bag, Scottish cobbles and pebbles are a popular choice for gardens of all types and sizes. Scottish cobbles are essentially large pebbles, while Scottish pebbles are a smaller variety. With each bulk bag of Scottish pebbles we sell weighing in at up to 875kg, you may be wondering how to make the best use of your purchase.

The good news is, when you buy Scottish cobbles or pebbles, there are plenty of ways to use them to create a fantastic look for your outdoor space. With their range of colours, shapes and sizes (we sell Scottish pebbles measuring between 14mm and 30mm in diameter), they can add an exciting and low maintenance look to a variety of different areas.
Tips For Bringing The Mediterranean To Your Garden

March 07, 2019

Your garden is more than an outdoor extension of the home. It’s an opportunity to create a haven that feels separate from the rest of the world and it might even be able to transport you somewhere else. Here, we’re going to look at how your garden can transport you to the Mediterranean with a thorough rethinking of how you use the space.

Choose the right plants

To really set the mood for a Mediterranean garden, you first have to start off with the right choice of plants. However, you have to ensure that any you choose are suitable for your climate. For both points, succulents and cacti are the perfect choices. Olive trees are a great choice, too, as frost-hardy as they are, and they’re easy to keep in large pots. Let’s not forget the joy of savouring your own olives, too.

Keep landscaping warm and natural looking

You don’t have to import your stone if you want to
Should You Do with the Borders of Your Garden?

March 07, 2019

Your garden won’t look complete until you properly take care of the borders of the garden. This is something that matters a lot because our eyes are often drawn to the edges. So, when someone steps into your garden or looks at it through the window, they’ll notice the finish at the borders. That’s why you should do some work to clean them up and make them look good. Here’s how.

Tailor Your Approach to the Natural Size of the Space

The size and shape of your garden will be entirely unique because all gardens are different. To make sure that you're doing the right thing for your garden and it’s particularly size and shape, you need to make sure that you’re not just following what other people to. Always take the specificities and particular needs of your garden into account when making these kinds of changes.

Shape the Lawn Carefully
Simple Ways to Make Your Garden More Elegant

March 07, 2019

Is your garden lacking the elegance that you want for it? It’s a common problem because gardens are often wild and unwieldy. It can be tricky to keep them in check properly. However, it can be easier than you think to make your garden feel elegant. To help you achieve that in yours, we’re going to go through some of the steps you might want to take right now.

Choose One Central Feature

If you want your garden to have an upmarket and stylish feel to it, you should start by adding one central feature to the space. This gives your garden more of a focus and makes it feel more like an elegant space that’s been carefully planned out in terms of design. It could be some sort of sculpture or a water fountain. Or it could be a fruit tree or unusual plant of some sort; it’s up to you.

Avoid Unnecessary Clutter

The one
Overlooked Aspects of Good Garden Design

March 07, 2019

There are many overlooked aspects of good garden design. If you want to make sure that your garden is a space that’s going to serve you well and do all the things you need it to in the months and years ahead, you should think about every aspect of your garden that matters. We’re now going to talk about some of the aspects of good garden design that most often get overlooked.

Sociability

When designing a garden space, you need to make sure that sociability is given some thought. Most people socialise and spend time with friends and family in their gardens, particular during the summer months. If that’s something that you want to do as well, you need to make sure it’s something that’s integral to your planning from day one. Make it a place where you'll want to spend time and socialise.

Planned Out Planting

Planting
Garden Lawn Options You Should Consider

March 07, 2019

Garden lawns are there for you and your family to use. But they’re also a key part of the overall aesthetic of your garden. So what should you do with yours? In truth there are many ways to answer that question, and that’s what we’re going to discuss and delve into today. All of the information you can find is listed below, and it should help you decide what you want to do with your lawn next.

Adjust to the Right Mower Height

If you want to keep your lawn healthy at all times, one of the things you definitely need to do is think about how you go about mowing it. If you take the wrong approach, you will only end up damaging your lawn and causing yourself more problems than you really need to. So start by adjusting your mower height because if you cut it too short, it will not look healthy and won’t thrive.

Cut the Grass When It’s Dry

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