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Heating Oil Tanks: Hide the Hideous!

December 13, 2017April 1, 2019 gardenguruadmin

If you are one of the 1.5 million homes in the UK which rely on heating oil, you’ll understand the struggle of maintaining a gorgeous garden with an unsightly lump of plastic ruining the view. We’ve put together some ideas for disguising an oil tank, giving you back the scenic garden of your dreams, without compromise. These tips will also be useful if you wish to disguise bins, recycling, or any other element of your garden you deem unattractive. A heating oil tank can vary in size, typically ranging from…

Choosing a real Christmas Tree

December 13, 2017December 20, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

A real Christmas tree is the thing of Christmas dreams for many people. They’re the perfectly decorated trees you see in movies, shopping centres and town squares. They’re also the Christmassy addition you plan to add to your home every year but run out of time, and instead grab your trusty artificial tree for another year in the limelight. Well, we’re into the first couple of weeks of December, so before time runs out for another year, here’s our top tips on choosing the perfect real Christmas tree. What…

Lawn Care and Gardening: The Ultimate 2018 Guide

December 13, 2017December 13, 2017 gardenguruadmin

Sprouted spring flowers daffodils in early spring garden

As we are right in the middle of the festive period, thoughts are moving towards the new year and what we want to achieve in our homes and gardens. The new year can bring endless possibilities and gives you a chance to get things organised. Why not make this year the best yet and make your house a true relaxing haven for you and your family? Our effective lawn care and gardening tips are sure to get you off on the right foot. Plan Ahead This is the perfect time to plan…

Christmas gifts for a lovely lady

December 11, 2017September 9, 2019 Charlotte Hallam

The idea of Christmas shopping fills most people with dread. However, it doesn’t need to be an activity that you put off. Our final gift guide of the season should help you on your way to choosing the perfect gift for the special lady in your life this Christmas. Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 750D Women may not be notorious for their love of gadgets but honestly, this alarm clock will revolutionise her morning routine. The Lumie mimics a true sunrise which helps make the user feel refreshed and awake as…

Top gifts for the man in your life this Christmas

December 8, 2017May 7, 2019 Charlotte Hallam

Buying for your husband, boyfriend, brother or just a friend? Whether he’s into his gadgets and gizmos, loves a new grooming tool or is a complete movie buff, we’ve got you covered with a list of this year’s top Christmas gifts. Tile Mate Available from Amazon, Argos, John Lewis and other major retailers, Tile Mate is the perfect giftable gadget for any man who’s constantly losing his wallet or keys. Tile mate is a stylish looking keyring that can be easily attached to the majority of losable items. The…

Top 10 Christmas Gifts for the Kids this Year

December 4, 2017May 7, 2019 Charlotte Hallam

Last week all the top retailers released their lists of what they believe will be the best sellers this Christmas. To be honest, some of the products on there are already sold out in many places, so it’s pretty clear those are already proving popular. Take a look below at the top 10, their prices and where to get hold of them. Luvabella doll THE Christmas must have this year. It seems everywhere is currently sold out, but as it’s still early enough you should be able to get…

Great garden gifts for Christmas 2017

November 27, 2017August 28, 2018 Charlotte Hallam

Keen gardeners are notoriously difficult to buy for at Christmas because in terms of tools, they’ve usually got everything they need and more. This means you need to work out those things that they’ve not yet worked out they need. Here we’ve come up with a selection of great ideas for any green fingered member of your family. Gardener’s World subscription A subscription is a great gift that can be enjoyed throughout the year and is perfect, whatever your budget. There’s currently a great offer available direct through the…

Homemade Christmas Gifts

November 22, 2017November 19, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

To kick off our Christmas Gift Guide series of posts, we thought we’d start with the most thoughtful of all – the homemade gift. Nothing says thoughtfulness like a homemade gift. The recipient will always love it because of the extra effort you’ve gone to. And, they’re also perfect for anyone on a limited budget. It doesn’t matter who you’re gifting to this year because we’ve got a selection of great, homemade options for you to try. Cocktail jars What better gift for your friends and family that a…

Must-try Christmas Bakes for 2017

November 17, 2017November 19, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

You might not like it, but it’s getting extremely close to that time of year. Over the next few weeks we’ll be getting you sorted for the big day, with everything from bakes and cakes, to gifts and party tips – so keep a look out for those. Christmas is a time when families get together to eat, drink and celebrate. Festive foods are most definitely one of the best things about this time of year. Their richness, and the warmth of the winter spices makes them the perfect choices…

Last Minute Garden Jobs Before the Season Change

November 6, 2017October 30, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

With winter just around the corner the idea of heading out into the garden is becoming a distant memory for many. However, before the cold weather really sets in, you can make the most of the daylight hours to tackle a few of those last-minute jobs. These last-minute tasks might not seem like much now, but they could bring huge benefits in the months to come. Take a look… Spend time over the next few weeks making the most of the relatively mild days and weekends. Plant garlic before the…