Once the colder winter months have passed and the days start getting longer, it’s the ideal time to get outdoors and make the most of your garden. Laying shrubs, planting bulbs and preparing your lawn will pay off once the warmer weather arrives and you can sit outside and enjoy the summer sun. If you are lucky enough to have a garden in your home, plan out how you would like it to look and also consider the various uses it can have for the warmer months. Create a comfortable, cosy corner for reading the paper over a coffee on a Sunday morning, for example, or consider adding a garden room as a second living room.
There are lots of ways to enjoy your outdoor space. Whether you enjoy getting your fingers into the earth and planting things, or wish to create extra space where you can relax, a garden is the perfect place to do so.
Summer Garden Tips
Summer is the best time to introduce colour and luscious greenery to your garden. Prep your garden by tidying it up, mowing the lawn and repairing any broken or chipped garden furniture. Using specialist glue is the quickest and easiest way to fix garden furniture. There are products that are ideal for heavy-duty adhesion for DIY jobs, and which are incredibly strong and durable.
Other tips for making the most of your garden in the summer months include:
- Decorate the space with garden accessories such as cushions, blankets, outdoor lighting and candles.
- Focus on the edging around any grass and work towards achieving the perfect lawn. This will ensure your garden looks fresh and inviting throughout the summer.
- Invest in some good quality sunbeds and bring a holiday feeling to your lawn, patio or decking.
- A Water feature is ideal for bringing a touch of freshness to your garden, plus, flowing features provide a soothing, relaxing sound that will help you unwind on balmy evenings.
- Invest in a barbecue or pizza oven and enjoy some outdoor cooking and dining throughout the summer.
- Build a fire pit and truly make the most of the long summer evenings. Besides an outdoor fire is the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine as night falls.
- If you are a fan of cooking, a herb garden or vegetable patch in your garden is ideal for extending your ingredients list and ensuring you always have fresh food for your recipes. Basil, mint, lemongrass and coriander all grow well in summer, while summer veg include lettuce, spring onion and tomato.
Making the most of your garden
The brighter months are an excellent time for making the most of a garden room in your home. If you have a garden room with double doors or large windows, they can be opened up to extend the space and bring the outdoors in throughout the warmer months. Many people in the UK are now opting to install a garden room. Whether it’s for use as a home office or an extra living room and space to relax, it can be an excellent asset for any home. Before installing a garden room, be sure to research the market to find the best log cabin for your garden. Factors to consider include size, shape, and materials – natural materials such as wood, glass and bamboo are best for UK gardens.
Enjoying a garden doesn’t always mean planting, sowing and mowing. Although these can be very enjoyable, hands-on tasks, the ways to make the most of your outdoor space extend further. Given the changeable British climate, it may not be possible to spend time outdoors in the autumn and winter, so it is worth getting as much out of the milder months as possible. Start planning your dream garden today and get it prepped to enjoy it to the max in the sun.
