Making changes to your garden?
Looking for inspiration and ideas 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.
Easy low-cost garden ideas that you can do yourself
If you want to add value to your outside space, or simply spend more time in it, why not make sure your garden's in shape for when the weather is good? These simple jobs will smarten up your space in no time and with very little effort and budget. 1. Make your patio...
3 easy steps to get children in the garden
Research by the RHS found that children perform better at school if they're involved in gardening. And what's even better news is that you don't need fancy equipment to cultivate children's interest in growing; just little more than seeds and compost. Whether you have...
Ten ways to help your community grow
There are so many reasons for gardening and growing together in your community. Whether you're growing food, providing therapy or attracting wildlife, our gardens and outdoor spaces are vital for our wellbeing and that of the planet. There is strong evidence to show...
What is the best way to use granite in my garden?
Why is granite such a popular choice for garden paving and surfaces? Granite is an igneous rock, meaning it was formed from molten magma below the earth’s surface. It’s made up of minerals including quartz and feldspar which can give it red, pink, green, grey or white...
Garden ideas for this year
With us all spending more time than ever at home, the way we are using our outdoor spaces is changing. We've been looking at the latest garden trends and bring you some of our favourite ideas that you can easily bring into your own garden project this year. What are...
How to create a planet friendly garden
Caring for our planet has never been more urgent. So when you're planning your landscaping project, how can you make it sustainable? Whether you're a landscaper or a gardener, you can reduce your carbon impact and make wildilfe welcome with a few thoughtful choices....
How to create a woodland feel in your garden
For many of us, the perfect garden is a place to relax and a haven of tranquility. What better than the sound of running water and moss-covered rocks to transport you away from the stress of daily life to the rural woodlands? Our hugely talented friends at TAW Garden...
Multiple awards for APL A Place to Meet Again Garden
We are delighted to have sponsored this Silver Gilt award winning garden at Hampton Court Garden Festival 2021 for the Association for Professional Landscapers (APL). The garden, designed by Mike Long, has also won the Best in Lifestyle Garden category award and the...
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...
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...