A rising trend in the UK is to own a luxury hot tub or outdoor spa with the market for spas, hot tubs, wellness and associated wet leisure products and services set to continue to grow during 2019.* The health benefits of water and hydrotherapy are renowned and numerous. Hot tubs help to relax your[...]
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If you have been lucky enough to holiday in warmer climes you can bring a touch of the Mediterranean home to your conservatory, house, greenhouse or summer patio with citrus plants . Their scented blooms will evoke memories of happy, relaxed times. They are evergreen and also have the benefit of flowering and fruiting, giving[...]
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Brugmansias are grown as tender shrubs in the UK. They are a plant that will bring an exotic, and tropical look to your summer garden or conservatory. Huge trumpet shaped blooms hang from it’s woody stems in summer, giving the plant it’s common name of Angel’s Trumpets. The flowers can be single or double. The[...]
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Palms can add an architectural effect to our gardens as well as an exotic, jungle style. They are often drought tolerant and can give a holiday at home feel, reminding us of treasured vacations. Butia capitata (Jelly Palm) Pictured above Butia capitata, also known as the Jelly Palm or Pindo Palm is a beautiful addition[...]
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The summer school holidays are coming up fast, which means the playgrounds will be packed and the streets and gardens will be chock-full of playful, rollicking children, burning off their energy and keeping their bodies active. Or perhaps not. With children’s ever-increasing screen time, it’s more likely that there’ll be a curious quietness around. If[...]
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In 2018, 57% of Brits opted for a ‘staycation’ rather than travelling abroad.* This trend is set to continue into 2019 with people delaying holiday plans due to economic and political uncertainty created by the Brexit process and with last summer’s prolonged heatwave many holidaymakers will be thinking it’s best to stay put this[...]
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Pergolas make an attractive and useful garden feature. They can add height to a garden as well as providing a shaded sitting area or walkway to shelter from the sun on hot days. The addition of climbing plants to the uprights enhances not only the visual effect, but also helps to block out the[...]
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