Real Gardens
For garden ideas and inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want a hand with garden design or just a few tips and tricks, we’re all spending more time in our gardens this summer 2020, so it’s the perfect opportunity to become more green-fingered and to tend to our outdoor space like never before! You can make your garden beautiful with our best pick of decking and patio ideas, while we’ve next level garden lighting ideas and ways to perfect your border planting, too. Whether you’ve a city balcony, or small garden and are looking for innovative garden storage, or if you simply want a few cheap garden ideas to create a lovely outdoor space on a budget, we’ve curated this page to ensure that all your needs are well and truly met.
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How to clean a wooden fence (even without a pressure washer)
Find out how to clean a wooden fence and give yours a new lease of life this spring
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How to deter foxes from your yard and garden, without harming them
Find out how to deter foxes from your yard – humanely
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How to level a yard – fix a bumpy lawn or sloped garden yourself
Landscaping your plot? Find out how to level a yard and lawn – by hand or not – to make more of your space.
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What is the cost to level a yard?
If you need to know the true cost to level a yard, we've got a guide that'll help you identify the reasons why you should regrade your yard and how much you'll need to spend.
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How to use a pizza stone – create perfectly crisp authentic Italian pie crusts every time
Learn how to use a pizza stone to create a base that beats pizzerias and rivals Italian restaurants that make this Roman specialty
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10 deck shade ideas for stylish protection from the elements
These deck shade ideas will help you get more use out of your deck and enhance your backyard design
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13 backyard lighting ideas that you’ll love this summer
Whatever the size of your backyard, we have a lighting idea to suit you!
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Best outdoor string lights: 5 top buys for brightening up your patio
The best outdoor string lights for Christmas, garden parties, and more
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Best outdoor lighting: 8 top buys to illuminate your garden
The best outdoor lighting will make the garden look magical at night – and help prolong that garden party
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11 pool deck ideas for a supremely relaxing space
These pool deck ideas have it all – the looks and the practicality you need to enjoy your well-deserved post-swim relaxation
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31 vertical garden ideas – DIY looks using planters, trellis and more for small spaces
Vertical gardening: Make the most of a small garden, backyard, front porch or other space using planters, trellis and more for DIY displays that are cheap and easy to create.
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Before and after: Stranded dad transforms his daughter's garden during lockdown, saving THOUSANDS
After Sera Sekerci’s dad got stuck while visiting her in the UK, he started digging the garden – and the results are amazing
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53 small backyard ideas that will transform even the tiniest of spaces
Turn a tiny plot into a verdant oasis with small backyard design ideas that are sure to impress all year long.
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How to clean outdoor furniture – 3 simple steps for wood, metal, resin and rattan
Learning how to clean outdoor furniture will improve the condition of your backyard buys with non-eroded and rust-free results.
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How to choose a colour scheme for your garden
The colour scheme you choose for your garden can create different moods in separate areas. Find out the best plants to use to enjoy year round colour
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Monty Don reveals how you can save a fortune on garden seeds
A free gardening hack is our favorite kind of gardening hack
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Monty Don cuttings tips: gardening expert says this is the best time to take cuttings to fill out your garden
Gardening expert Monty Don reassures that you shouldn't be daunted by this gardening job
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Is outdoor furniture waterproof? And what to do if it's not
Is outdoor furniture waterproof? Here's what experts say
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The 20 best budget backyard ideas for summer 2022
These budget backyard ideas will transform your outdoor space into your own personal oasis
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24 garden party ideas – cheap and easy ways to get your backyard party ready
These garden party ideas will transform your garden into an inviting space for entertaining – no matter the time of year, or the size of your outdoor space
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40 fire pit ideas – DIY brick, stone or gas designs for backyards, big and small
Gorgeous fire pit ideas will come in handy all year round. Choose to DIY yours, opt for a classic wood burning or gas fueled options for a modern, cozy setup in all seasons.
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How to get rid of skunks
Find out how to get rid of skunks – without harming them
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20 trellis ideas – to support plants and add structure to your yard
The best-looking trellis ideas will bring character to your backyard, not to mention support a variety of climbing plants and add more structure to your outdoor space.
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How to clean a vinyl fence – with or without a pressure washer
Simple and effective methods to clean a vinyl fence using a pressure washer or not.
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10 raised garden bed ideas for easy veggie growing even in small spaces
These raised garden bed ideas are suitable for outdoor spaces of all sizes and for gardeners of all levels
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Rock garden ideas – 10 DIY ways to create a rockery
These rock garden ideas are suitable for outdoor spaces big and small. Create your own rockery on a lawn or even on a balcony with just a few materials.
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How to paint decking like a pro
Learn how to paint decking for a flawless finish
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Gardening for beginners: 21 tips to start growing without a green thumb
Starting a garden in your yard is easier than you think, even if you're a total beginner. Follow these key planting techniques to fill up your plot with vegetables and stunning flowers.
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Sunroom costs – the average price to add a sunroom to your home in 2022
Is their price per square-footage worth it? And, do average sunroom costs work out cheaper than a home addition?
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