Embrace the coastal charm with a ​​​garden inspired by the seaside. Choose plants that can tolerate salt sprays and windy conditions, such ​as ​ornamental grasses, sea holly, and dune roses. The Royal Botanical Gardens sit within West London and attract tourists both nationally and internationally. With over 370,000 searches each month it’s the UK’s most searched for garden.

More a park than a garden, with an undulating landscape of lawns, mature trees and large ponds, adjacent to chalky white cliffs. Famous Oscar Nemon statue of Winston Churchill. An emphasis on sustainable gardening and living with an award-winning chalk-constructed conference venue with grass-covered roof.The Pines Garden, St Margaret’s Bay CT15 6DZOpen: daily (10-5pm), tearoom Wed-SunAdmission: �3, chd 50p Explore the atmospheric ruins of the 18th-century Demesne House perched on a rugged headland and take in the coastal views from Mussenden Temple before heading to the walled garden, home to sheep, an apple orchard and sheltered lawns – the perfect spot for a picnic. The National Trust recently completed work on the restoration of a “secret garden” near the Bishop’s Gate entrance lodge, transforming it into a shady semi-woodland garden for visitors to enjoy. Choose sculptures that complement ​the style of your garden​ and reflect your personal taste. Opt for sculptures made from materials that can withstand​​​ outdoor ​conditions, such as metal or stone.

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Designs: Many of our rectangular summerhouses feature an apex roof but we also offer decorative hipped roof styles and compact modern pent roof designs. Hexagonal and octagonal designs are also available. A corner summerhouse with 5 side walls fits neatly into a corner of the garden. Many designs include contemporary low level glazing to provide a bright and sunny vantage point with a panoramic view of the garden. Two room designs with an internal partition provide dual use, combining a summerhouse and a shed within the same building. New blooms are popping up all the time, too, so make sure to stop by throughout the season to get the most out of what they have to offer. With these 30 summer garden ​ideas, you ​​have a wealth of inspiration to transform your outdoor space into a stunning ​and ​inviting haven. Incorporate a ​cascading waterfall into ​your garden for a more dramatic touch, creating a serene atmosphere and a ​​focal point that captivates ​you and your guests. 2. Colourful Flowerbeds Secret survival garden staple bush beans are perfect for the summer heat. They're relatively easy to grow and will provide you with a harvest that will last for the next season. 19. Peanuts

For more information and images on the Winter Gardens you may like to read Donald Auty's article on the venue written in 2005 here. The Theatre was closed at the outbreak of war in September 1939 and didn't reopen until it was all over at the end of 1945. A year late it reopened under its original name of the Alhambra Palace Theatre with live performances only. Besides pruning, work on your bushes or hedge as well. Before trimming, remove any loose twigs or rubbish.

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Visit our Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art this summer to enjoy a cluster of stunning art exhibitions.

Accessories: Our range of accessories includes greenhouse accessories and shed accessories, which are also suitable for log cabins, gazebos and summerhouses. Greenhouse accessories include staging and shelving, heaters and ventilation. Shed accessories include shelving, workbenches and storage bins. We also offer a range of solar powered lights and garden accessories including arches, edging and paving. Most of these accessories are delivered within a week.

Summer isn’t just about outdoor cookouts. Take full advantage of the warm season by hosting tea parties. Garden centres, DIY shops and online garden suppliers will have a wide range of summer garden plants right now.If you’re planting incontainersand hanging baskets, try to use good quality compost designed for pots and baskets. Remember also to feed your plants in hanging flower baskets regularly to keep them looking good. Refresh your garden furniture Design a flower-lined pathway ​that delights your ​​senses with an array of captivating scents. Select flowers with different bloom times to ensure a continuous ​fragrance ​throughout the summer.

Provide water ​sources like ​​birdbaths or shallow ponds and add sheltered areas where butterflies can rest and ​​bask ​in the sunshine. 9. Charming Cottage Garden Incorporate interactive ​elements like ​a mini maze, stepping stones, or a balance beam to encourage physical activity and ​​exploration. Plant colourful flowers, install ​​bird feeders, or even create a butterfly garden to introduce ​children to the wonders of nature. Right next to Hyde Park, Kensington Palace Gardens are another example of meticulous horticultural attention to detail.

Add a cheery summer vibe to your garden with bright colour furniture. There’s no need to buy a new set; paint your old wooden ones instead! This peaceful ​​retreat ​will provide a space for contemplation and reflection. 19. Sustainable Garden Synthetic wood: Stronger and denser than the real thing, this tough artificially engineered wood looks and feels just like real wood, but it will never rot and it requires virtually no maintenance. A teak finish is included which looks similar to opaque woodstain. It can be left outside uncovered in all weathers. Our synthetic wood furniture range includes benches, love seats, bistro sets and dining sets. Incorporate geometric shapes and ​​symmetry in the layout and hard-scape elements. Opt for minimalist furniture and accessories that ​​​complement the overall design.