Whether you’re laying a driveway or building a patio, one thing’s for certain — you need a decent sub-base material to get started. 

Whether you’re getting on in age, are experiencing mobility problems, or just don’t have the time to spend on gardening, you might think your dreams of a pristine garden are over. 

From big bold colour schemes to naturalistic and eco-conscious gardens, it’s sure to be an exciting year for the green-fingered among us. 

Shingle and gravel are words often used synonymously. However, there are some key dissimilarities you need to know between these two aggregates. Each type has different shapes, formation circumstances and applications, meaning there’s more to differentiate shingle and gravel than might you think. 

Topsoil is a core ingredient for many gardening, planting and landscaping projects. It is the naturally formed upper layer of soil, and is often richer in organic matter and nutrients compared to other naturally formed layers. 

Getting the best out of your soil is a fine balance between optimum nutrients, organic matter and drainage ability. If your garden soil could do with a little lift, this article will take you through some easy ways to improve your soil quality. 

Wildflower meadows are vibrant, rich habitats where flora and fauna can thrive together. They’re also an excellent addition to the local biodiversity. And what’s more, wildflower meadows can enjoy pride of place in your very own back garden. 

Unfortunately, peat compost leaves its mark on the environment – so much so that it will actually be banned for sale in England by the year 2024. 

Sand is a staple material used in everything, whether you’re building a concrete floor or just sprucing up the garden. It is a vital component for the majority of home and landscaping projects. 

While seeming fairly dull on the face of it, aggregates are actually a vital component of all major construction materials. In fact, without aggregates, the built environment simply would not exist. 

With shopping bills soaring, many of us are looking for more creative and cheaper alternatives to get the food we need. And if you have a garden with some space to spare, it might be easier than you think to start your own vegetable plot. 

Whether you’re building a flower bed or putting down padding for a play area, bark mulch can be your best friend. But with many types to choose from, selecting the right one for your needs requires a bit of thought. 

Making the most of our soil is a top priority for any discerning gardener. Biologically, chemically and physically, soil is a more complex medium than many people think – and if you know how to work it to your advantage, and to your specific gardening needs, you can get excellent results. 

Most gardeners dream of nurturing, harvesting, and enjoying their own fresh produce. Not only is it economical, sustainable, and healthy, tending a fruit and veg patch is scientifically proven to benefit our mental health and emotional wellbeing too!

Green roofs are increasingly popular features atop houses, sheds, and garages across Britain. As well as providing unconventional and unexpected slivers of beauty amongst mundane architecture, they help to improve biodiversity in urban areas, attract local wildlife, offset carbon emissions, and even provide insulation and flood protection for nearby structures. 

Soil is the lifeblood of any garden, providing warmth, moisture, and nutrients for plants. But did you know that not all soil is the same? There are six main soil types in the UK, each with unique qualities and quirks. This guide will help you to identify, enhance, and plant harmoniously with the soil you have, ensuring healthy, successful, and productive plants for years to come.

Small spaces can be a challenge for gardeners, but with ingenuity, creativity, mindful planning, and considered planting choices, anyone can create a beautiful and productive garden, no matter how small your space is. Here are some clever tips to help you maximise the potential of your small garden. 

One of the fundamental rules of successful gardening is that to have a healthy, thriving garden, a good place to start has decent soil to grow.

Spring is an excellent time of year to be thinking about renovating or improving your lawn, whether it’s beautifully laid out and mowed with perfect stripes or perhaps used as an impromptu football pitch or bicycle racetrack.

Most cricket squares start to look tired by the end of the season, especially if the weather has been going through extreme phases, something that seems to be happening more frequently of late.