Deter Garden Pests with Thorny Rose Canes Do you deal with critters tracking through your winter garden? Try this smart reader tip that utilizes rose canes to keep them out. Use thorny rose canes to deter pests in the garden
28.08.2024 - 14:58 / gardenersworld.com
Garden furniture can be a big investment – with sofas, tables, umbrellas and the like often taking up a large chunk of your overall garden budget.
Whether you’re designing a space for relaxing, entertaining friends and family, or even working from home, it can be easy to fall into the trap of over-spending on a piece of flashy furniture – but you really don’t have to.
Although they can be a little bit harder to find, there are plenty of affordable furniture options on the market. Sites like vidaXL in particular make it their mission to sell beautiful, functional pieces at an affordable price.
On their online store, you’ll find a huge selection of trendy, practical and handmade items sold at affordable prices, and – best of all – they’re sustainable. From simple acacia chairs to fashionable sun loungers, vidaXL is a one-stop-shop for furniture, hardware and so much more.
We’ve rounded up 10 vidaXL’s best and most affordable pieces of garden furniture, including corner sofas, folding tables and giant parasols. Thanks to their fast self-service, a lot of vidaXL’s garden furniture comes with free delivery and will arrive in three to five days once you’ve placed your order.
A few things to consider before you purchase your new garden furniture: make sure it’s sturdy and durable and well up the task to withstanding the British weather. It’s a good idea to buy pieces that come with a cover, or make sure you have a good storage solution, like a shed or a garage, to store them throughout winter.
Getting furniture of the right size for your space is also essential, so we’d suggest measuring your garden, balcony or patio before you order anything, or prioritise items that fold up or can be divided into pieces, so you don’t end up
Deter Garden Pests with Thorny Rose Canes Do you deal with critters tracking through your winter garden? Try this smart reader tip that utilizes rose canes to keep them out. Use thorny rose canes to deter pests in the garden
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