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21.08.2023 - 11:40 / theunconventionalgardener.com / guest
The garden is the perfect place for you to relax after a long day. It’s a space that’s exclusive to you and your family, and it gives you the opportunity to get away from the daily grind of work and other responsibilities. A luxury garden offers something more than just the basics, however. It adds value to your home and can be an excellent selling point if you ever decide to move. There are several ways you can add luxury to your outdoor space, no matter your budget or available space. Check out these ideas so you can start creating an oasis of relaxation in your own garden.
If you love the idea of hosting friends and family in your garden, why not invest in something that will last for years to come? A high-quality wood-fired pizza oven, like the Ooni Karu, is the perfect addition to any garden. Eating outdoors is all about relaxing and enjoying the experience. A pizza oven allows you to cook delicious pizza outdoors, meaning you can keep your guests in the garden and have more of a communal experience. Not only will it be the perfect addition to your garden, but it’ll be a great talking point, too.
An outdoor fireplace may seem like a luxury item, but it’s actually incredibly useful, as well as being aesthetically pleasing. Fireplaces are perfect for those chilly evenings and can be used all year round. It’ll not only give you a cosy atmosphere but will also make it easy to use your garden more often, even when the weather begins to get cold.
If you’re looking for a luxury item that will really set the tone for relaxation, consider adding a hot tub to your garden. Hot tubs are available in a variety of sizes and shapes, and you can choose a model that fits your garden and your budget. You can also relax in the warm,
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Growing vegetables is one of the best ways to use your garden because you can save yourself a lot of money, reduce your impact on the environment, and the produce that you grow will be a lot tastier than anything that you buy in a supermarket. A lot of people are put off the idea of growing vegetables because they think that it’s incredibly hard but that isn’t the case at all. While there are some varieties that are difficult to get going, there are plenty of vegetables that are really simple to grow at home.
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Gardening with kids is a great way for them to learn to love being outside, and if they grow their own veggies they will eat them! Once a child is interested in gardening they will be enthusiastic about growing everything, however there are some staple flowers that are easy to grow and give fantastic results making them perfect for children. Sow direct seeds are best for children, and take away a little of the impatience they often feel!
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