Known by various names like the Silver Dust and the Silver Ragwort, the Dusty Miller (Jacobaea maritima) is a go-to plant for gardeners as it fits into any flower garden, regardless of the color scheme.
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A good fence can enhance the look of your garden while also providing a secure boundary and an opportunity to grow more plants. A fence that’s installed properly and then well-cared for will last for many years, and is therefore a good investment. However, you may be put off by the initial cost of new fence panels and look for cheaper alternatives. What’s more, traditional wooden fence panels require regular staining or painting if they are to last as long as possible, and are prone to wind damage. Many gardeners are looking for cheaper, more durable options that require far less ongoing maintenance.
Bear in mind, however, that cheaper fence options in the short term may work out to be more expensive in the long term as they might not last as long as more traditional options, and will need replacing more often. Some options, such as plastic-coated chain-link fencing, can be as durable and long-lasting as wooden fence panels, without the maintenance requirements.
When choosing affordable fencing, it’s worth knowing that longer and higher fences will require more labour and materials to construct, compared to shorter and lower fences. So, while making a shorter fence is usually not an option for those with set boundary lengths, you may be able to cut costs by reducing its height.
What is the least expensive fencing option?The least expensive fencing options are chain-link fencing, pallet fencing and hedging. Find out more, below.
Aluminium fencingAluminium fencing is typically as expensive to install as wooden fencing, but it requires almost no ongoing maintenance, meaning there are no hidden costs to the fence after installation. It’s not as strong or durable as other options but is rot and splinter-resistant. Bear in
Known by various names like the Silver Dust and the Silver Ragwort, the Dusty Miller (Jacobaea maritima) is a go-to plant for gardeners as it fits into any flower garden, regardless of the color scheme.
Boxwood shrubs are simply the best for garden borders, hedges, and fences. Evergreen, adaptable, and lending solid design and symmetry—what could go wrong? With time and neglect, these plants can grow too huge for you to handle! So, what do you do with overgrown boxwood? Relax, we’ve got you!
Pothos are great houseplants because they’re easy to care for. One popular way to grow them is in water so you can watch them grow right before your eyes. It’s fun and easy to have a green plant in your home without fuss this way. But don’t just do it in boring, transparent glass; use these wonderful Pothos in water ideas.
Rock gardens are an attractive way of displaying a variety of small plants including alpines, dwarf shrubs and low-growing perennials. They can be adapted to suit any space – an alpine trough, old stone wall or sunny border can all be used to create a form of rock garden. One of the first rock gardens was built at the Chelsea Physic Garden in London in the late 1770s, and they became a popular feature in Victorian and Edwardian gardens, providing a way to display alpine plants from around the world.
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Pressed flower art is a craft that utilizes flattened and dried flower blooms to create designs and decorations. It is pretty easy to do and won’t cost much! So why not show off your creativity by making your own pressed flower crafts, which are shared in this article?
Charming Shade Container Garden Ideas Need new container ideas for your shade garden? Get inspired by this gardener's collection of planters, featuring lush foliage and even a few perennials from her garden. Summer container garden ideas for shade
While it is no surprise that you would love the elegant cascading look of the String of Pearls, finding the right way to display it can be a real task. But worry not, for we have provided some of the best String of Pearls planting styles and ideas.
A conversation with Sarah Price about how she designs her planting schemes is fascinating. She works in an unfettered way, with no specific planting plans but an intuitive sense of the plants that will work well together to form the nature-inspired compositions she is known for. Her gardens are like exquisite paintings, comprising layers of detail with a gentle succession of plants that provide interest for most of the year. This summer combination comes from Sarah’s own garden on the edge of Abergavenny. Here, she has created different areas and habitats, including a dry garden in the old walled kitchen garden.
Want to make your home a bit brattier? We’re not talking toddler tantrums and teen angst—there’s a new trend taking over social media, courtesy of singer-songwriter Charli XCX.
When you think about your summer to-do list, it’s likely that most of your favorite warm-weather activities revolve around a body of water. (Basking beachside with a juicy book in hand? Clocking in a few laps? Splashing your way to a swim-up bar? Check, check, and check.) In fact, the season can be so water-centric that it can sometimes be challenging to even consider how to have fun on land.