Some great ideas to improve your garden

The warm weather is here and will hopefully be sticking around for a while, so there’s no better time to get out into the garden and create a perfect place to spend the summer.

Whether you are a dab hand with a trowel or totally new to creating and maintaining a beautiful garden, there’s always ways to adapt or improve the space for the season.

But with a little expense and a lot of effort you can guarantee your garden is looking gorgeous for the summer.

The best way to get started is to think about what you want to do with your garden. Write a list and get lots of pictures of “dream gardens” to help you plan what you are going to do.

One top tip is to think of the big jobs first. Perhaps you fancy firing up a new fence, creating a cool courtyard or even adding some designer decking?

These jobs might take a bit more work, but doing just one or two of these things can completely transform your garden.

Of course, DIY is always an option, but why not call in the professionals for a quote?

After all, spending a little amount of money could be key when it comes to adding a lot of value to your home.

Tradesmen are the best way to ensure that manicured finish facelift – without getting your hands dirty. And who knows? It might even cost less than you think!

Or you might be trying to create more room in your house, so why not look at getting a new shed to keep the bike and other outdoor equipment in? Not only will it keep them safe, but it will get them out from under your feet.

Others choose to build a summer house in their garden – that perfect place of relaxation and tranquillity you can escape to for a bit of peace and quiet.

And how good is your garage? Perhaps you might want to spruce up the space with a new door, a freshly paved path or even convert it into a home office, games room or guest suite?

And once you have given the garden its makeover, attention can turn to making sure it stays looking fabulous.

Hiring a landscape gardener is the best way to get your shrubs in shape, but if you don’t have that much to spend, doing it yourself is the next best alternative.

Invest in a good lawnmower and strimmer, as well as the essentials like shears and a shovel – and let your greenfingers go wild.

Doing it yourself helps you understand what is best for the plants and the space.

Many people want to spend their summer enjoying barbecues in the garden. Whether getting one built in (and they can be as luxurious as the budget allows) or a more portable one that can be put safely out of the way, foodies can enjoy some al fresco cooking.