Your garden may be small but that doesn’t mean it can’t become a beautiful outdoor space. A place to rest, to connect with nature, to grow or play. As you’ve landed here, we’re guessing you must be questioning how to improve your small garden, yard or courtyard, so read on. We have a whole lot of small garden inspiration for you, including an example of a courtyard space we transformed. We also have some clever space-saving products too. Thought you couldn’t have a garden bar or a greenhouse – you can now! Ready to feel inspired to update your small garden? The benefits of a small garden With ..read more

Thinking of growing your own cut flowers? Transforming your garden into a mass of vibrant colour and then bringing the joy of fresh blooms into your home? From tulips to cosmos, dahlias and zinnia, there is so much satisfaction in nurturing tiny seeds to become beautiful flowers. To help you embark on your journey of growing cut flowers from seed, we asked cut flower growing expert Sophie Van Gerwen, better known to her Instagram followers as @floraldaysintheshires, to guide us through a year of flowers. Sophie has been growing flowers from seed for over a decade having set up various school g ..read more

Thinking of growing your own cut flowers? Transforming your garden into a mass of vibrant colour and then bringing the joy of fresh blooms into your home? From tulips to cosmos, dahlias and zinnia, there is so much satisfaction in nurturing tiny seeds to become beautiful flowers. To help you embark on your journey of growing cut flowers from seed, we asked cut flower growing expert Sophie Van Gerwen, better known to her Instagram followers as @floraldaysintheshires, to guide us through a year of flowers. Sophie has been growing flowers from seed for over a decade having set up various school g ..read more

As the cooler damper months approach, it’s time to prepare your garden and Winter-proof your garden shed. We’ve been designing and manufacturing sheds for over 50 years and whilst we have now hit upon a design that minimises the need for annual maintenance, you will most likely have a shed in your garden that does need to be taken care of. We’ve picked up plenty of shed care tips along our journey to share with you. Follow these steps to winter-proof your garden shed: 1. Clear the gutters and roof: The first step to winter-proof your garden shed is to clear out dead leaves and debris from the ..read more

As the cooler damper months approach, it’s time to prepare your garden and Winter-proof your garden shed. We’ve been designing and manufacturing sheds for over 50 years and whilst we have now hit upon a design that minimises the need for annual maintenance, you will most likely have a shed in your garden that does need to be taken care of. We’ve picked up plenty of shed care tips along our journey to share with you. Follow these steps to winter-proof your garden shed: 1. Clear the gutters and roof: The first step to winter-proof your garden shed is to clear out dead leaves and debris from the ..read more

If you’re fortunate enough to own a wooden greenhouse, you’ll know the joy of having this idyllic growing zone nestled in your garden or on your patio. Timber greenhouses really do stand head and shoulders above their metal and plastic greenhouse counterparts. They are so much more than a functional space to nurture seeds and vegetables: they’re also an attractive garden feature to enjoy throughout the seasons. With over 50 years of expertise in designing and manufacturing timber garden products, we’re here to guide you in choosing the perfect paint colour to enhance the beauty of your greenh ..read more

How you use your shed says a lot about where you live, according to new data from Forest Garden, the UK’s leading manufacturer and distributor of wooden garden products. To celebrate the launch of their brand new Beckwood range of sheds, Forest Garden surveyed 2,000 shed-owners across the UK to find out just exactly what is going on in those special garden buildings. And it turns out shed-owners in London are most adventurous with what they use their sheds for – closely followed by Northern Ireland, the North West and the West Midlands. Among those in the capital who admitted to changing thei ..read more

Is your patio looking a little sad, uninspired or neglected? If you’d like some ideas for sprucing it up and making it an attractive and pleasant place to be, then read on… 1. Zone your patio from the rest of the garden You’ll find that dividing the patio from the rest of the garden can make it appear like a separate garden room or intimate space. Having a distinct edge to the area creates a clear sense of space and focus. At Forest Garden, we have a Linear Long Planter that might just do the trick. Boasting strong horizontal lines and a contemporary look, you can plant flowers for colour, or ..read more

Even in a rainy country like the UK, it’s sensible to consider adding some shady patches to your garden for when we get the elusive sun. Although most of us enjoy being out in the sun – and sunbathing can boost our Vitamin D levels – it’s vital that we don’t burn. So, creating shade where we can cool off and unwind is always a good idea. Shady places are perfect for relaxing in, for reading a book, resting, enjoying a meal, or working outdoors. So, how can you add some shade to your garden? Garden shading ideas the natural way Of course, if your garden is big enough, planting some trees is a w ..read more

At Forest Garden, our wooden garden furniture is both hardwearing and attractive. It also looks completely natural blending into a garden setting. Wooden furniture is easy to maintain and can transform your garden or outdoor space, making it more useable, inviting and versatile. You may think it’s going to be tricky to choose the ideal piece of furniture for your outdoor space, garden, patio or backyard, but we’ve devised some simple questions to help you. Do you like to eat outdoors? Parties and barbecues in the summer? Hot drinks near the fire pit in the autumn? If you think there’s nothing ..read more