Making changes to your garden?
Looking for inspiration for your next garden project, or simply don’t know where to start? Read our top tips and case studies to help you choose garden materials and decide what to do next.
See also our installation guides.
How we turned an awkward corner plot into a garden sanctuary
Creative vision, clever design and skilled landscaping can really transform an outdoor space. Craig Deeley, our Contracts Manager, tells us how one such garden recently came to life. This project started as an unloved awkward-shaped patch of grass and tarmac that was...
Must-have features for cosy outdoor living
Now more than ever, if you're lucky enough to have an outside space, it could be the most convenient and relaxing place to see friends and family. Home entertaining will not only save on the cost of going out, you'll be guaranteed personal space and good ventilation....
Why raised beds can be good for sustainable gardening
It’s no surprise that lockdown fuelled our interest in ‘growing your own’. It's a simple way to become more self-sufficient, and has quickly become a popular DIY project. In this blog, our friends at the Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust explain why raised beds are...
Why choose composite decking?
Composite decking has grown in popularity over recent years because it offers some advantages over other hard surfaces. Like any kind of decking, a composite deck will need less ground preparation than laying a patio. This means it can be a good option for you if your...
Seven low-cost ways to get the best out of your garden this summer
As lockdown has reminded us, green spaces are crucial to our wellbeing, and more house buyers than ever are now searching for homes with gardens. If you want to add value to your outside space, or simply spend more time in it, why not make sure your garden is in good...
How to landscape your build within budget
A very common experience for us is being asked to landscape a building project or extension that is finished or nearly finished. With so much to think about, it's easy to leave garden planning until later in your project. But this can cause problems. Our clients...
How to create a seamless flow between inside and outside
Are you planning improvements to your home or garden? If you’re looking for characterful flooring or have bi-fold, patio or French doors, why not create a seamless transition from your kitchen or conservatory through to your patio or terrace? Using the same natural...
Hedging your bets: top alternatives to box hedging
Planting a hedge in your garden can have many benefits; shrubs and hedges can add privacy, security, visual interest and protection from the wind. Box has been a traditional choice to define formal garden areas. However, with the recent increase in box blight and...
Visit us at the Landscape Show
We'll be showcasing some of our favourite products at this industry-leading event on 17 and 18 September at Battersea Park. Why not keep abreast of the latest landscaping knowledge and join us for a preview of our collection of natural stone and porcelain paving and...
Create a bug hotel
The estimated 24 million private gardens in Britain are thought to cover an area bigger than all of our national nature reserves combined. But many newer properties simply don't have all the natural nooks and crannies that our insects need. And pollinating insects...
High quality fencing to suit your needs
Do you need new fencing panels for your garden? Whether it's to keep your pets secure, block an unsightly view, shelter from the wind or give your garden a bit more privacy, the right choice of durable fencing will make a huge difference to your garden. At Kebur we're...
How to plan a new driveway
Planning your perfect driveway The value of kerb appeal is not to be under-estimated. The front of your house creates an important first impression, adds value to your property and makes a huge difference to the welcome you get when you return home. Whilst you may...
Reflections on a Hampton Court show garden
This summer has seen Kebur scoop a coveted Silver Award at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival, our first year being involved in a show garden. The garden, A Place to Meet, was designed by Cherry Carmen for the landscape industry body, the Association of...
How to make a mini pond for your garden
If you liked our blog on how to create a pond, and maybe didn't have enough time or space, this post is for you. Our friends at the Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust give some top tips on how to create mini pond. Using a small container like a Belfast sink, which...
Three minute guide to choosing topsoil
The nature of your soil can make all the difference as to whether your plants and lawn fail or flourish. If you're wondering what topsoil to buy, start by understanding a few basics about soil and organic matter. This will make your choice much easier. What is topsoil...
Seven ways to use decorative aggregates and how to choose them
There are lots of reasons why you might consider using decorative stone to transform your outdoor space. From driveway shingle to rockery boulders, pebbles for ponds or a black basalt border, decorative stones and garden aggregates are versatile, great for drainage...
How to lay garden sleepers
Why use garden sleepers? Sleepers are hugely versatile and can be used in a wide variety of building and landscaping projects. Whether you are making sleeper steps, planters, edging, terracing, screening or benches, our timber sleepers come in a choice of materials so...
6 ways to make your garden safer for hedgehogs
At Kebur we believe we have a responsibility to care for our local environment and help our customers learn about the many ways we can support wildlife in our gardens. We were delighted last month to become Hedgehog Champions. Britain's only spiny mammal, hedgehogs...
Splash out on a pond!
If you're looking to attract wildlife to your garden, you'll be amazed by the difference a wildlife pond will make. Our friends at the Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust have some great ideas on how to create a pond, below... this could be the perfect project for a...
Create a sustainable space with your landscaping project
Thinking about how you can create a sustainable space with your landscaping project? At Kebur we strive to improve the sustainability of our business. We are continually looking at ways we can support landscapers and gardeners to have a positive impact on the...