Kayleigh Dray

2 weeks ago | idealhome.co.uk | Kayleigh Dray

Patterned plants might sound like something out of Alice In Wonderland, but these fairy-tale blooms are about to become a VBD in the world of gardening. Yes, RHS Chelsea Flower Show has once again set the tone for the gardening year ahead, and this time, it’s not just about green fingers, but pink, white, and everything in between, thanks to the launch of David Austin’s The King’s Rose.

2 weeks ago | idealhome.co.uk | Kayleigh Dray

It’s official: alpine strawberries – one of the most underrated perennials around – are finally having their moment, thanks to a star turn at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. That’s right – while it’s easy to get swept away by the jaw-dropping designs on display at the UK’s biggest garden event (anyone else now dreaming of their very own Japanese tea garden?), there are ways to recreate a little Chelsea magic at home. One of the easiest?

2 weeks ago | homesandgardens.com | Kayleigh Dray

A lot of people assume that learning how to design a minimalist garden means stripping your outdoor space of warmth or character, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Minimalist garden ideas are, essentially, a series of intentional choices: favouring clean lines, a restrained palette, and simple, thoughtful planting is the secret to creating a space that feels calm, uncluttered, and quietly luxurious. The best part?

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Kayleigh Dray

2 hours agoPeople Working Cooperatively seeking volunteers for 43rd annual Repair Affair June 14People Working Cooperatively (PWC)is seeking volunteers for its Repair Affair in June.PWC’s 43rd annual Repair Affair is an opportunity for …16 hours agoCheck Your Gravel Beds To Make Sure You Don't Have This Disastrous Pest ProblemUsing gravel beds around a home's foundation has become popular for several reasons.

2 weeks ago | womanandhome.com | Kayleigh Dray

Let's face it; braving the famous Chelsea Chop takes some doing, even if you're au fait with pruning techniques, because it demands that you cut your plants back. Hard. Does it work, though? Once upon a time, I thought of gardening as something you approached with a kind of reverent hesitation. I’d tiptoe into borders, deadheading plants nervously, and prune only when absolutely necessary, as if I were trimming my own fringe with trembling hands.