Top Quick Fixes to Improve Your Garden

With the arrival of summer, most homeowners take every opportunity they can to get outside and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation in a sunny garden. However, with the busy lives most of us lead, finding time to fit gardening into your busy schedule can seem like a chore. Luckily, even just a few simple fixes can keep your outdoor area looking great for months.

Check out our top quick fixes for improving your garden here, and ensure your garden remains an enjoyable space to be in, regardless of how much effort you put into it.

1.Border Edging

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Overgrown borders can quickly turn your garden into an untidy environment, so keeping on top of these is important for maintaining the aesthetic of your garden. For a no-fuss way to maintain your borders and keep growing plants at bay, install edging in the form of recycled timber, or even decorative gating, to keep your borders tidy without having to lift a finger!!

2. De-weed

Ridding your garden of unwanted weeds is a great way of improving your garden’s look. Although it may take a little more effort, pulling up the weeds by the roots will ensure they won’t grow back – allowing you to enjoy your private space for the whole summer. Investing in a quality weed-killer solution will also ensure you keep unwanted weeds at bay, and allow your plants and shrubbery to flourish throughout the summer.

3. Mow the lawn

A well maintained lawn can transform the look of any garden, and is an easy task that can be completed with minimal effort. Avoid letting your lawn grow too long in between mowing, as this will not only make it look untidy and unhealthy, but will also make it far harder to cut.

4. Furniture

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It’s amazing what the addition of a few choice pieces of furniture can do to dramatically improve a garden space. Choose what style you want to emulate in your garden, whether that’s eco-friendly recycled garden wood for a DIY table and chairs, or something a little more luxurious. The addition of some choice furniture will allow you to extend your home into the outdoors, making your garden that bit more enjoyable for the whole family.

5. Lighting

The right lighting can improve the look of your garden in an instant, transforming the setting into a relaxing space to spend time both day and night. Adding in a few low-level spotlights, or even just some candles dotted around your seating area, can add a tranquil atmosphere to your garden allowing you to enjoy it even when the sun has set.

Whilst simple fixes can go a long way, sometimes a dramatic change to your garden is in order. You could look into adding a garden building, or installing some new fencing to revamp your garden’s current look – but to save you the effort, our team here at R&J Landscapes are on hand to provide high quality, competitively priced outdoor services for your property.

We work on a range of landscaping projects of all sizes, ensuring your garden space looks great for you to enjoy. For more information, simply contact our friendly team today.