Don’t hide an ugly shed! Make it look beautiful instead.
Customers often ask plant grower Stephen Ryan for a ‘fast-growing climber to hide an ugly shed.’ His reply is: ‘You don’t need to have an ugly shed.’ He points out…
Customers often ask plant grower Stephen Ryan for a ‘fast-growing climber to hide an ugly shed.’ His reply is: ‘You don’t need to have an ugly shed.’ He points out…
It’s time for the potting shed tidy up. While I’m sorting the tools and accessories, I’ll picking out which ones I want to replace or repair and which I’ll throw…
I’ve been meaning to organise the shed for years. It was cold, messy and full of clutter, with nowhere to put anything. So seeds and tools started to spread around…
Top ‘paint my shed’ tips. Find out whether to paint your shed pale or dark, in a bright colour or a subtle wash. Plus painting tips.
This is the story of how you can build a unique shed out of salvage, imagination and hard work. Garden maker Posy Gentles decided she wanted a new shed several…
Are you thinking of buying a new garden shed? Is your current garden shed looking tatty? Do you need more garden shed storage? We’ve been pondering these questions for the…
Re-vamp your shed by painting it. It’s the quickest and easiest way to make a big difference. Ever since my friend Rosie Turner painted her garden shed in Barbie-doll pink…
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Don’t dig up dahlias for winter! What to do instead….
I don’t dig up dahlias to store them at the end of the summer. And before you dig your dahlias up, it’s important to know the pros and cons. You…
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