Why Buy a Summer House at All?

There’s nothing quite like owning a summer house. They provide extra living space, enhance your time in the garden and add value to your home.

Comfortable, stylish, functional. A place to relax, entertain or work. Garden summer houses have it all.

There's also never a wrong time to buy a summer house. Really? Even after the summer has finished? Most definitely. Let's take a look at why...

A Patio Heater or Fire Pit Warms Your Garden Once Summer’s Over

The summer might be drawing to a close but that doesn’t mean you have to head back indoors and hibernate until next spring. A patio heater or fire pit can provide the comfort and warmth you need to extend your time outdoors well into autumn and beyond.

So, if the end of summer has left you melancholy, let the following scenarios warm your heart and fill you with excited anticipation of the rest of the year.

As we move out of summer, The September Garden Guide is here to remind you of your key gardening tasks for the coming month.

During September, the nights will noticeably draw in and the temperature likely cool. It’s time to reflect on the passing summer, gather in the harvest and get your garden ready for autumn. 

Here are our top 10 tips to help you make the most of your September garden and to ensure it is well prepared for the autumn and beyond. 

Plastic Shed Now Means Premium Shed

Plastic sheds used to be viewed as the poor relations of wooden and metal sheds. This is no longer the case.

Whether it comes to utilising the latest technology or sporting an eye-catching, contemporary design, plastic sheds now lead the way.

Plastic Sheds Boast Many Benefits

Combine this with plastic’s relatively low cost, ease of assembly and maintenance, and you’ve got the makings of an unbeatable garden storage shed. And if you’re concerned about the impact of plastic on the environment, you’ll be pleased to know that many of our plastic sheds are built using fully-recyclable materials.

Furthermore, when you see the latest plastic sheds, you probably won’t recognise them as plastic at all.

The Advantages of Plastic Sheds 

You Know You’ve Made it When You Own a Gazebo

Gazebos are real standout garden buildings, aren’t they?

Sheds, greenhouses and summer houses all fulfil essential roles, but there’s something uniquely special about owning a garden gazebo.

A gazebo is such a versatile garden feature, offering you a place to entertain friends, dine alfresco with the family, relax with a good book, or simply shelter from showers - all in contemporary style and with a bit of panache. 

When a gazebo sits proudly in your garden, you know, and everyone else knows, that you’re not afraid to embrace luxury.

Make Outdoor Play a Priority This School Holiday

With screen time increasing, it's important to encourage children to get out in the garden and play. We've got some great buys to get kids playing outside, enjoying the fresh air and exercising.

Choosing Climbing Plants for Arches, Arbours and Pergolas

Garden pergolas, arches and arbours are wonderful additions to any outdoor space. Not only do they look great but they provide invaluable support to some of the most beautiful plants a gardener can wish for. After all, climbing plants are the key to enhancing your arch, arbour or pergola.

Here we suggest the best climbing plants for your garden feature and give you some top tips on how to care for your climbers.

Are Summer Houses and Log Cabins the Same?

Nowadays, because of changes in design and the emergence of hybrid models, the difference between summer houses and log cabins can be a bit of a grey area.

However, when it comes to choosing your perfect garden building, the following principles will help you narrow down your options and determine whether you should begin your search with summer houses or log cabins.