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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Keep pot plants healthy with this water bottle trick from a gardening expert
Garden As the weather warms up, this hack will keep pot plants healthy
By Millie Hurst •
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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!
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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20 small garden decking ideas – clever designs for tiny spaces with grass or not
These decking ideas for small gardens will give your outdoor space the boost it deserves to look good in all seasons.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Garden landscaping ideas – 10 steps to landscape a garden from scratch
Garden landscaping –10 easy steps and ideas to transform a small or large plot successfully, stress-free and within your budget.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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16 garden bar ideas and how to DIY your own, for backyards big and small
Garden bar ideas: Recreate the holiday vibe in your own backyard with easy DIYs and more inspiration to build your own outdoor bar.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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How to make raised beds – an easy and budget DIY for growing veg and flowers
Raised beds are a beautiful and practical way to grow vegetables and flowers easily. Learn how to make raised beds with our budget-friendly DIY.
By Melanie Griffiths •
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How to make a living wall – an easy step by step to DIY your own living wall system
Living walls: A great way to max out a small garden space and easy to create in just a weekend with our ultimate DIY guide.
By Amelia Smith •
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21 vertical garden ideas – DIY looks using planters, trellis and more for small spaces
Vertical gardening: Make the most of a small garden, balcony or other space using planters, trellis and more for DIY displays that are cheap and easy to create.
By Leigh Clapp •
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12 above ground pool ideas to help you cool off all summer long
These fun and easy above ground pool ideas will transform your backyard into a summertime oasis
By Kaitlyn McInnis •
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Best deck paints: top 5 buys for a deck refresh in time for warm weather
Spruce up your outdoor space with the best deck paints including anti-slip options
By Alex Temblador •
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How to make a small garden look bigger –25 ideas that are simple but effective
Want/need to know how to make a small garden look bigger? There's lots you can do to improve it. Follow our expert advice to make your tiny plot feel larger – and function better.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Container gardening – 7 steps to grow plants, veg, herbs and more in pots
Container gardening: A beginner's guide to growing plants, vegetables, herbs and more in pots. Ideas for every tiny type of outdoor space.
By Rachel Crow •
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The best budget backyard ideas for summer 2021
These budget-friendly backyard ideas will transform your outdoor space into your own personal oasis
By Kaitlyn McInnis •
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17 flower bed ideas – beautiful, budget-friendly looks for front and back yards
Flower bed ideas: Beautiful, budget-friendly ways – even for beginners – to add color and fragrance to your front yard or back garden.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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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
By Anna Cottrell •
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27 outdoor kitchen ideas – DIY, modular and small space designs for all backyards
Outdoor kitchens: Find the best DIY, modular, small space and other al fresco design ideas for your backyard. These outdoor kitchen ideas are worth your time.
By Sarah Warwick •
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25 summer house ideas: add a garden building you love from the outside in
Be inspired to create a space for relaxing, crafting, working and more with these brilliant summer house ideas
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Best metal garden furniture 2021: the top 10 sets for summer
The best metal garden furniture; from wrought iron tables and chairs to metal bistro sets, transform your outdoor space with durable patio seating
By Amy Lockwood •
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How to design a garden in 10 steps – with or without a professional garden designer
Garden design: From planning a modern space, to budgeting and more, we have got you covered. Whether you want to design a garden yourself or with professional help.
By Matt James •
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15 garden ideas for kids – creative ways to make your backyard child-friendly
Follow our garden ideas for kids to create an outdoor space that’s safe, fun and educational for youngsters all year round
By Hebe Hatton •
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20 garden storage ideas – stylish tips that go beyond sheds
If room to stash outside is an issue, discover the garden storage ideas you need to give everything a home
By Hebe Hatton •
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28 balcony ideas – decorate even small apartment balconies that want privacy too
Balcony ideas: Max out a small balcony with the best decor for style and privacy. Think plants, furniture and more cool design tips.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Garden screening ideas – the 25 best ways to improve privacy in your garden
Our garden screening ideas cover everything from natural bamboo screens, to floral hedging, trees and trellises
By Anna Cottrell •
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12 best hanging chairs and garden egg chairs in 2021
The best hanging chairs for the garden in 2021; from the best egg chairs to the most stylish hammock chairs and must-have outdoor hanging seats
By Amy Lockwood •
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Roost episode 2: Watch our show for patio ideas, decorating with grey and hallway flooring ideas
Roost episode 2 is ready for your viewing pleasure and it's jam-packed full of inspiration. Plus, you could win a Security bundle from Yale.
By Jenny McFarlane •
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How much does an above ground pool cost?
Above ground pool costs can vary. Get ready to make a splash this summer with this easy guide.
By Ann Loynd Burton •
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How to build a fire pit – the best DIY to stay cozy outside all year round
Discover how to build a fire pit whether you want to use bricks or pavers for this easy DIY job.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Spring gardening – 12 tips to get your plot ready for planting and the warmer months
These spring gardening tips and ideas will help revive your outdoor space for the warmer months ahead. From soil restoration, to spring flowers, maintenance and more.
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Budget garden ideas: 28 brilliantly cheap ways to style your outdoor space this year
Make your garden beautiful on a budget this year. These DIY, nice and cheap garden ideas from expert landscape designers will have your space styled in no time.
By Lucy Searle •
