Upgrading your outdoors

Indulge in the delights of your garden sanctuary this summer by elevating your outdoor experience. Consider splurging on key elements that will transform your garden into an area of relaxation and entertainment. If you’re planning to host extended gatherings, investing in a robust table and chairs is essential. Picture an evening dinner party under the […]

Get in the garden

September is a time to spring clean the garden as well as the house. Sunshine and showers bring new life, growth and tasks in flower and vegetable gardens, so break out the tools, the seeds and the secateurs. This month and next are ideal times to start feeding lawns, re-pot container plants, plant seeds and […]

Autumn, nature’s time for planting: Terra Viva

Since time began, the human race has followed the urge to plant in spring. We seem to have an inbuilt clock that tells us it’s time to start pushing seeds and plants into the soil. But did you know that autumn is a brilliant time to plant, and if you look at nature you’ll see […]

Working with pride and passion: Luke Gardner

Even a keen easterly wind can’t detract from Luke Gardner’s pleasure in his al fresco “office”. Upon a ridge overlooking the glorious lakes at Clearwater, Luke is found laying pavers for a large-scale remodelling of a property’s garden. “It’s a complete makeover involving everything from paving and hedging to decking and a BBQ area, right […]

Simplifying paving for you: Dragon Stone Paving

Spending time outdoors is an easy way to get a health kick. That healthy tonic is waiting just outside your door and you’ll enjoy more of it with a beautifully paved outdoor area from Dragon Stone Paving. Choosing pavers is the obvious way to go when you think about the benefits: Flexibility – they will […]

Future-proof your landscaping: Luke Gardner

Versatility and creativity are two words landscaper Luke Gardner lives by. All kinds of projects have benefited from his mix of innovation, experience, skill and knowledge. “The other week we were working on a classic courtyard garden with raised beds and irrigation, pavers and intensive massed planting. Today our focus is a pre-school activity area […]