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2015 in the Garden - 7 January Jobs
January 5, 2015| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 54
Happy New Year! 2015 is here, and with it, a whole new world of gardening opportunity. Whatever your green-fingered ambitions for the year, January can be a bit of a lean month in the garden. The short days and cold temperatures mean that there isnt a huge amount growing, but despite the lean times, there are still plenty of jobs for you to be getting on with before spring arrives.
Looking after your garden tools in winter
December 9, 2014| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 54
Winter can seem like a bit of a quiet time in the garden “ but a keen gardeners job is never done! A good gardener is only as good as their tools, and in this guide, we take a look at some of the things you can be doing now to keep them in tip top condition and ensure that theyre all ready for spring.
BBQ Christmas - Top 5 Christmas gifts for the outdoor grilling enthusiast
November 30, 2014| Posted in Barbecue Centre| 313
Ok, we know, the BBQ season is definitely over “ but its never too early to start thinking about next year! Christmas is looming ever closer, and if youre anything like us, the real challenge is coming up with great present ideas for all your friends and family members.
Green Fingered Giving - Our top 10 gardening gifts
November 17, 2014| Posted in Product Reviews| 52
Christmas is nearly here again “ and with it, the yearly dilemma about what to buy for your green-fingered family, friends and loved ones. At Keen Gardener, were here to help, so sit back, relax and get inspired by our list of the top 10 gardening gifts for Christmas 2014.
Amazing animals - Introducing the Vivid Arts Real Life range
November 10, 2014| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 712
Winter is here, and Christmas is on its way “ why not brighten up your outside space during the cold, bleak months with a fantastic garden ornament from Keen Gardener?
Autumn jobs - hedge cutting and maintenance
October 29, 2014| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 69
Whilst many people choose to do their hedge cutting in spring or summer, giving your hedge a trim in the autumn can be beneficial “ it just depends on the kind of hedge! In this guide, we look at when an autumn cut is right for your hedge, and the best way to approach the job to ensure that they look neat and tidy for winter, and are ready to flourish when spring arrives.
Looking after your lawn - the autumn schedule
October 16, 2014| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 48
Give your grass the VIP treatment this autumn by following these top tips - designed to keep your lawn looking its absolute best during the autumn months, prepare it for winter and make sure it grows back thick and healthy next spring.
Preparing your ponds for winter
October 8, 2014| Posted in Aquatics Area| 116
As the nights draw in and the temperatures begin to drop, its time to start thinking about preparing your garden ponds for winter. Making the right preparations throughout the later autumn months will help to ensure that your fish and pond plants are effectively protected and ready for the colder months ahead.
A better welly - introducing the original muck boots
September 26, 2014| Posted in Product Reviews| 82
With Autumn on its way, its the perfect time to invest in a new pair of wellington boots. At Keen Gardener, weve been looking for a range of top quality wellies to stock for some time, and weve found them, in a range of fantastic mens and womens boots from The Original Muck Boot Company.
Recycling garden cuttings - choosing the right shredder
September 15, 2014| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 41
If youve got a mature or overgrown garden, the prunings and foliage from your hedges, shrubs and bushes can quickly pile up, overwhelming your compost heap and garden burner and requiring you to make a huge number of trips to the tip!