For me and just about every gardener I know, low maintenance garden plants are first and foremost perennials. Plant them once and reap their benefits for years to come. (Equally important for me are plants that are deer/pest resistant. Check this post out to see what I mean.) Therefore, when I began putting together this … Read more
Keen to throw the perfect jubilee garden party? The official celebration day for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of Her Majesty’s reign, is Sunday 5th June. Millions of us are set to celebrate, by hosting or attending street and private parties. Here’s our guide to making sure your event goes with a hip, … Read more
The Curbly House 2017 Being a homeowner is a big responsibility, and while there’s plenty to take care of inside you home, don’t forget about the outside, either. If you’ve ever looked into the cost of hiring a professional landscaper, you know they’re not cheap. Fortunately, there are a slew of inexpensive and affordable DIY landscaping ideas at … Read more
Blooming flowers and fresh rain can only mean one thing: spring has definitely sprung! That means summer will be here before you know it. If getting your backyard in order is on your to-do list but you’re having trouble getting started – don’t fret! You don’t need a total landscaping overhaul for your yard to feel refreshed and inviting. Sometimes it’s … Read more
Photo: Backyard Boss Growing herbs is an easy way to get into gardening, and there are plenty of ways to make an herb garden even if you’re short on space. So to get you inspired, today we’re sharing 22 of our favorite creative herb garden ideas – both indoors and out. Click through to check ’em … Read more
With people spending more time at home than ever before, many are looking to increase their valuation by renovating their garden or backyard. Giving your backyard a little DIY makeover can provide you and your family a relaxing outdoor space to unwind after work and school. With so many ideas for dramatic backyard transformations, it … Read more
A rustic, chic space for hosting friends and family sets the scene. A little food and music are essentials to any party. When you take the party outdoors, large open spaces and simple gardens can become a little boring without all your interior decor to create an atmosphere. Having a selection of items ready for … Read more
We may be able to move back indoors for meals with friends but many of us will still prefer an outdoor setting this summer. After all, lots of us have been working flat out on our gardens over the last few months and are keen to show off the fruits (and flowers!) of our labour. … Read more
As more people are making use of their outdoor spaces and gardens, new trends are emerging. Here are five trends in outdoor design that we’re particularly enjoying at the moment. Making Outdoor Spaces More Functional Photo by Pawel Czerwinski on Unsplash Homeowners are keen to have outdoor spaces represent something akin to stylish and functional … Read more
There’s a strong rumour going around that summer is here! (we’re not sure if we’re prepared to believe it just yet, but fingers crossed…). With restrictions lifting and the weather improving, not to mention evenings getting longer, outdoor dining is once again a possibility. There’s nothing to beat a good old barbecue, so we’ve scoured … Read more