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February 2010

Garden Mirrors – How to maximise your outdoor space

26 February 2010

Garden mirrors allow you to create the illusion of far more space in a small garden. The mirror will add depth to your garden and make it feel much larger. Outdoor mirrors add style and sophistication to a garden when placed at the end of a walkway they reflect light and the feeling of space. [...]

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How to use trellis in your garden

25 February 2010

Trellis allows you to grow climbing plants which are a great feature in any garden big or small. They can add depth and cover old fencing or help to create different areas within your garden. They also provide privacy which can be highly beneficial especially in built up areas. How to The best way to [...]

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Gazebo Guide

24 February 2010

What is a gazebo? A gazebo is a freestanding outdoor timber structure that has open sides and a roof. Gazebos provide shelter from the rain and sun allowing you to sit out and enjoy your garden whatever the weather. Gazebos are great for outdoor entertaining, they can provide a sheltered area for dining and relaxing [...]

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What is a Garden Arbour?

23 February 2010

A traditional garden arbour is a sheltered garden seat that includes support for climbing plants to grow up and around. Materials Steel Arbours – This type is strong and durable and will require very little maintenance. Wooden Arbours – Look wonderful in your garden thanks to being produced from natural materials, a timber arbour will [...]

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Need a place to relax – Buy a Summerhouse

22 February 2010

Have you ever stomped from one room to the next in your home looking for a tranquil place to sit and unwind for a meager 15 minutes? As your family grows you will inevitably feel your house shrink. Computer games and music will bellow from your children’s bedrooms. Dogs will bark and your partner will [...]

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Buying the right wooden garden shed – Jacks Guide

18 February 2010

Sheds are wonderful timber buildings which allow you to store all of your outdoor equipment in a safe and secure place. When deciding which shed to buy there are so many different factors which must be taken into consideration. There are a wide range of wooden sheds available that are designed for a variety of [...]

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Buying a metal shed – The best guide

10 February 2010

At Jacks Garden Store we offer a great range of metal sheds! Metal sheds are growing in popularity across the UK, offering a more secure alternative to the wooden shed and are maintenance free. Metal sheds offer safe lockable garden storage which is easy to maintain and ideal for storing valuable items, tools, bikes and [...]

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Grow your own detox kit

9 February 2010

Why not kick start 2010 by growing your own sprouted seeds, not only good for the body but also for the mind. Sprouting seeds help boost your immune system, bring extra fibre and vitamins into your diet as well as countering stress and improving your digestion. Sprouting seeds are a wonderful superfood rich in antioxidants. [...]

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Gardeners guide to dealing with snow – Looking after your plants and wildlife

8 February 2010

With snow forecast again this week many gardeners will be keeping indoors, gardens across the UK will remain untouched until the snow clears. However surprisingly there are a few vital jobs worth venturing outdoors for if you are feeling brave enough! Shrubs and Trees The snow can have a damaging affect on your shrubs and [...]

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Reduce your carbon footprint – How your garden can help

5 February 2010

Recently the media has been full of stories about our carbon footprint. We all need to work together in reducing each one in order to reduce the level of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. What is your carbon footprint? Essentially a carbon footprint is the measurement of all of our activities which have an impact [...]

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