Ideas to keep your cottage garden low maintenance
by isight in category blogThe definition for a cottage garden can differ, but it usually includes elements of informal design, traditional materials, dense plantings, and a combination of ornamental and edible plants. Maintaining a cottage garden can be hard and costly even for the most budding of gardeners, however, there are many ways in which you can maintain your […]
0 0 Read morePicking the right robotic mower to maintain your lawn
by isight in category blogAlthough most people still tend to think of lawnmowers as machines that you have to push along or ride, nowadays, robotic mowers are becoming more popular. After all, West Lancashire can get pretty cold over the winter, making a mower that does the job for you all the more appealing. But what should you know […]
0 0 Read moreWhat is lawn scalping? And how do you avoid it?
by isight in category blogIf you’re a keen gardener, you’re probably in the habit of regularly trimming your grass to keep it looking fresh and verdant. However, if you’re not careful, you could end up “scalping” it. In this post, we take a look at what scalping actually means and what you can do to avoid it. Read on […]
0 0 Read more3 reasons clearing paths is essential over winter
by isight in category blogEvery homeowner knows how crucial regular garden maintenance is and also the challenges winter weather brings. One job to bear in mind if the snow or ice has arrived is clearing your paths. Let’s take a look at a few essential benefits of clearing your paths over winter. Keeps paths safe to use This is […]
0 0 Read moreHow well do you know your garden?
by isight in category blogIf you are a good gardener, you should be able to identify the unique features of your garden. Depending on the geographical region you live in, your plot can have distinct soil, moisture level, and weather exposure. It is no surprise that the type of plants that thrive in Hesketh Bank may differ from those […]
0 0 Read moreThinking of ignoring garden maintenance over winter? 3 reasons to think again!
by isight in category blogAs we head into winter, many people assume that garden maintenance is done for the year, but this is not the case. It is a much better idea to stay on top of garden maintenance over the colder months, rather than ignoring it. But why is this? Safety around the garden From snow and ice […]
0 0 Read moreHow to look after turf
by isight in category blogThere are some gardens wherein the grass cannot be saved. It can be hard to grow grass, and you might have dogs that are constantly digging up the few patches that you manage to grow. Some turn to turf as it can provide lawn solutions easily and conveniently. However, it’s a common misconception that turf […]
0 0 Read more3 ways to make garden maintenance easier this autumn
by isight in category blogAs autumn gets into full swing, many people forget about their garden and leave maintaining it until the following spring. This is a mistake because there are plenty of garden maintenance jobs you can still do in autumn. Keeping on top of them not only makes your outside space look fabulous all year round but […]
0 0 Read moreGarden maintenance blunders to avoid this winter
by isight in category blogLooking after your garden is an all-year-round responsibility, but it is important to remember that different gardening jobs need to be completed at different times of the year. In addition, it is also worth finding out what mistakes to avoid and what jobs you should leave. But what are the most frequent maintenance blunders to […]
0 0 Read moreThree tips to keep your plants safe in the winter
by isight in category blogYou may think that it is still a bit early to be worrying about the effects of winter on your garden, but in fact, autumn is the time to prepare. Any tender plants in the garden can suffer serious damage due to the winter weather, with cold, wind, rain and frost all taking a toll. […]
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