How To Guides
How to Guides featuring how to build patios, paths, flower beds and more! Perfect for DIY gardeners and those on a budget.
24 August 2023
5 Tips for Installing Garden Edging
Garden edging is a great way to define different areas of your garden, prevent weeds from spreading, and add a touch of style. There are many different types of garden edging available, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs and budget. If you are thinking about installing garden edging in your […]
Read Article15 August 2023
Find More Paving Choices at Westminster Stone
Gardenstone was bought by Westminster Stone in 2019 who specialises in the manufacture and distribution of high-quality handmade paving and flooring products. Suitable for multiple applications; from small home garden patios to listed building renovations and large commercial landscape projects. With a large range of natural stone, porcelain tiles, Mediterranean paving and stonecast concrete paving […]
Read Article21 June 2023
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Build a Raised Garden Planter
Concrete timber sleepers are a durable and versatile material that can be used to build a variety of structures, including raised garden beds. They are resistant to rot, decay, and pests, making them a good choice for long-lasting gardens. In addition, they can be used to create a variety of different looks, from simple and […]
Read Article16 June 2023
Step Into Style: Choosing the Perfect Stepping Stones for Your Garden
Stepping stones are a great way to add style and functionality to your garden. They can be used to create walkways, pathways, and even patios. When choosing the perfect stepping stones for you, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you get the right fit for your style and application. Size […]
Read Article9 June 2023
How to Design and Plant a Flower Bed
A vibrant and blooming flower bed can transform your garden into a picturesque oasis by bordering lawsn or adding colour to patios. Designing and planting your own flower beds is a fulfilling and creative endeavour for DIY gardeners. In this DIY guide on How to Design and Plant a Flower Bed, we’ll take you through […]
Read Article12 April 2022
How to create a Japanese Stepping Stone Path
Arguably one of the most essential elements in a Japanese garden design is the paths. The ultimate goal of Japanese garden paths is to lead a person towards a particular point. They demand attention and focus to ensure you do not miss a step which creates a real sense of presence and mindfulness. Japanese gardens […]
Read Article22 March 2022
How to Design Garden Steps
The design of garden steps can vary hugely and a good design can make a positive lasting impact on a garden. Steps can add functionality as well as interest to a garden, leading to a new area such as seating or lawn, a secret garden or a kitchen garden. Here are 5 things to consider […]
Read Article7 March 2022
How to create a Serpentine Path
The serpentine path is a wonderful solution when you want an exciting and dynamic path to wind it’s way around various features in the garden. A “serpentine shape” is any of certain curved shapes of an object or design, and the adjective is derived from the word serpent – a curve that is symmetric about […]
Read Article2 March 2022
How to get your garden ready for Spring
Spring is fast approaching and it will not be long before warm dry days arrive and we will be enjoying our outdoor spaces once more, sitting out on the patio and alfresco dining. Now is the time to prepare your garden with the last frost soon approaching and new life ready to flourish. Here are […]
Read Article24 February 2022
How to add colour to your patio
In recent years patios are largely Grey or Beige, in fact, our best selling colours are Grey and Light Yellow. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with this, we thought we would show some ways to include more colour in hard landscaping. We all love to see colour in our borders and planters and a […]
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