Privacy matters in a garden. Regardless of whether you get on well with your neighbours, your garden should be a place of peace and tranquillity – you don’t want to feel like you’re being watched! Most gardens aren’t exactly built with privacy as a top priority, however. Most of us live in homes surrounded by […]
Adding privacy to your garden can seem tricky – especially if you don’t want to spoil its appearance with unsightly manmade structures. Privacy is particularly elusive in gardens that are overlooked from all directions (which applies to a large proportion of British homes). We all want a little peace, quiet and isolation from the world […]
The Scottish climate is rather different from that of the Mediterranean, to put it mildly. Not only are temperatures significantly lower on average, Scotland experiences a whole lot more rainfall. Often, it can feel like you’re experiencing all four seasons in a single day! If you live in Scotland but want to introduce a slice […]
If you own a potted olive tree or are considering getting one, it’s important to be aware of the differing care requirements compared to trees planted in the ground. Pruning is one such requirement, with pot-planted trees preferring a slightly different approach. In this handy guide, we’re going to take a closer look at these […]
Olive trees can live for an exceptionally long time , making them one of the most impressive and remarkable plants on Earth. Young olives look very different from their older, gnarled counterparts though. If you have a young tree or are considering getting one, you may be wondering just how long it’ll take to reach […]
The top 5 screening trees for a cosy, secluded garden Most of us aren’t blessed with a completely private garden. The majority of outdoor spaces are overlooked by surrounding homes – and even if you get along well with your neighbours, it can sometimes feel like your garden isn’t as secluded as you might like. […]
Olive trees are attractive and pleasant in the garden or house, and most bear fruit every year. If you’re wondering whether you can pick and eat the olives on your tree, you’re in the right place. In this article, we talk about olive trees in the UK, whether to eat olives and how to cure […]
Topiary trees may be nothing new – they’ve been around for centuries, in fact – but they continue to captivate people the world over, young and old. With precisely-trimmed shapes, they stand in stark contrast to more natural, untouched foliage, making them the perfect statement piece for any garden or outdoor space. But that uniqueness […]
There’s nothing quite like a topiary tree. Their immaculate, precise shapes make them a worthy addition to any garden or outdoor space. Popular with home and business owners alike, the species traditionally used for topiary – namely evergreen trees and shrubs – are easy to care for in general. When you are using it as […]
Topiary trees have been popular for centuries. Originally thought to have originated in ancient Rome, the practice of trimming trees and shrubs into precise, uniform shapes has endured – and now it’s perhaps more popular than ever. From the classic globe-shaped potted topiary tree to animal-shaped shrubs (and everything in between), the world of topiary […]
