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Your garden wildlife haven – Riverside Woodcraft bird tables
December 5, 2017| Posted in Wildlife Area| 330
Britain’s wild birds need all the help they can get, and adding a bird feeder to your garden is a great way to support them. Of course, you’ll benefit too - enjoying the beautiful sights and sounds of wild birds all year round.
Garden Giftware - Introducing Fallen Fruits
December 5, 2017| Posted in Product Reviews| 338
At Keen Gardener, we are always on the lookout for top quality gardening products to add to our offering. This year, we’ve begun to stock a hand-picked collection of fabulous garden giftware from Fallen Fruits. These traditional, naturally inspired products make fantastic gifts and are ideal for adding the finishing touches to any garden.
A Better Welly – Marvellous Muck Boots from Keen Gardener
October 6, 2017| Posted in Product Reviews| 140
After a wet summer, the ground is already soggy – and with winter arriving, things are only going to get muddier! Well season has arrived, and if you’re anything like the Keen Gardener team, you’ll be spending most of the next few months out in your boots. Whether you’re in the garden, walking the dog, riding a horse or working outside, it pays to invest in a good pair of wellies.
The Holiday Season Arrives - Christmas 2017 at Keen Gardener
October 6, 2017| Posted in Product Reviews| 134
The Christmas season is almost upon us – and this year, Keen Gardener is celebrating in a big way. For 2017, we’re stocking a fantastic range of products to make Christmas extra special, including indoor and outdoor decorations, lights and artificial trees, with something to turn any home into a winter wonderland.
Autumn and Winter Protection – Gas and Electric Greenhouse Heaters
September 26, 2017| Posted in Growers Corner| 129
Autumn has arrived and the temperatures are dropping fast. Soon, garden plants will start to die off for the winter, and it many gardeners will retreat indoors until spring arrives.
It’s a different matter in the greenhouse – and with the right gas and electric greenhouse heaters, you can continue to grow throughout the autumn and winter months, whilst protecting your tender plants from damaging cold, snow and frost.
The Hogitat - a Hedgehog Shelter for Your Garden
September 26, 2017| Posted in Wildlife Area| 342
UK hedgehogs need your help!
Hedgehog numbers have been in decline since the 1950s, when there were an estimated 35 million in the country. Unfortunately, recent reports suggest there may be fewer than 1 million individuals left – a 30% loss in the past 15 years alone.
Trim and Proper - Autumn Lawn-care Checklist
September 5, 2017| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 184
Summer is coming to an end, and as autumn approaches, your lawn needs a bit of TLC. Look after it now, and you’re giving it the best chance of growing back thick, lush and healthy in spring 2018.
A Leaf Free Lawn - Billy Goat Blowers
September 5, 2017| Posted in Product Reviews| 133
Autumn leaves are bad news for lawns. As they rot, they kill grass - whilst allowing mould, disease, moss and weeds to thrive. Leave them in place, and by the time spring arrives, your lawn won’t be looking happy at all!
Eliminating Garden Waste - 5 Essentials for Keeping Your Garden Tidy
August 3, 2017| Posted in Garden Maintenance| 133
Summer 2017 is in full swing – it’s prime growing season, and the busiest time of the year for Keen Gardeners everywhere. It’s also the time of year where gardens produce the most waste – whether that’s lawn and hedge clippings, or pruned branches, twigs and weeds. Getting rid of all that garden waste can be a challenge – especially when your garden waste bin is full. Keep your garden tidy and manage waste effectively, with our 5 essential tips to getting rid of garden waste.
Get More from Your Garden - With a Palram Gazebo
August 3, 2017| Posted in Alfresco Living| 133
Spending time out enjoying the garden is one of the great joys in life – but sometimes (often!) the unpredictable British weather puts a damper on the whole experience. Creating a permanent, dedicated covered area in your garden is one of the best ways to ensure you can enjoy your garden for more of the year. In this post, we introduce a range of Palram Gazebos, and explain why they’re the perfect, durable outdoor shelter for your garden.