January was all about wildlife. From the RSPBs big garden bird watch on the last weekend of the month to the national Garden Wildlife Health project launched on the 16th, Britain has really turned its attention and concerns on our natural neighbours.
According to Stuart Winter, top writer on birds in the UK English gardens make up approximately 3,000 square miles of land which are potential sanctuaries for a variety of flora and fauna. Each garden...
Many of us consider the garden to be the most important part of our home, and with spring not too far away a garden will soon be a place where the whole family can gather round and enjoy many relaxing evenings. As the weather gets better during the summer time, you will no doubt have friends over for barbecues, so it is only right that you treat yourself to a luxury garden for these occasions.
Here at Verdon Grey we have a range of luxury garden...
We all love to spend time in our gardens during the hot sunny months; but when it comes to the colder half of the year, many gardens become empty, unused spaces. With a little planning however, you can easily create a garden that is welcoming and attractive all year round.
Winter
The coldest part of the year can be difficult for gardens; so many plants die back in winter that it can leave your garden looking lifeless. This isn’t universally true...
If you dream of having the taste of Morocco in your own backyard, complete with the elegance and intricacies that whisper of the sun kissed origins of this style, then keep on reading now.
Creating a Moroccan-themed garden doesn’t have to be complex, and here at Verdon Grey we have the perfect contemporary garden furniture to help you conjure an image of the exotic and enchanting country that is Morocco.
What follows is our guide to creating a...
Garden design is not just about the plants, and in this current day and age it takes a lot more to create a contemporary garden then just prettily arranged flowers and shrubs in neat boarders. A modern garden space should be your sanctuary away from the world, and in order to create this, you need to think about what you want from your space in order to get the most from its design. What follows is our style suggestions for your garden, each with a...
Rain has been an overwhelming feature this winter, however Christmas and New Year has come and gone, which means that the weather will get better with spring just round the corner. It is advisable for you to take advantage of January and spend this month preparing your garden and home.
Gardening
You will no doubt have noticed that winter has taken its toll on your garden. The good news is there are all sorts of things you can do to get your garden...
With January in full swing and February looming on the horizon, now is the perfect time to start thinking about how you can reinvent your patio or garden space to create a functional, yet stylish, area that is perfect for the warmer months. Classic patio design may be easy enough to get right, but for a truly unique space that will be the envy of all your friends and family, why not consider creating a luxurious outdoor lounge for your home this year?...
Your garden space is a thing of beauty, so it’s not surprising that when you come to buying furniture for it, you want nothing but the best. It’s safe to say that garden furniture is an investment, but you may often find that many companies that promise quality fail to deliver, providing pieces of poor quality that do not stand up to the elements over time. The key to choosing high quality garden furniture lies in investing in pieces made from...
We would like to wish all of our customers a very merry Christmas and a fantastic New Year. We hope that your Christmas day is full of seasonal cheer and fabulous food. Here at Verdon Grey we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our customers both new and old for your custom throughout 2013.
2013 has been a truly spectacular year for us and we are proud to continue supplying our customers with our fabulous collection of luxury garden...
Just because it is winter does not mean that you have to take all of the fun indoors. Winter wonderland garden parties are absolutely fantastic. There’s something about winter weather that is truly beautiful, exciting and exhilarating. Thanks to our fabulous contemporary garden furniture range that can withstand all types of weather, there is no reason why you shouldn’t use your garden as a venue for your annual Christmas or New Year Eve party. Here at...
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