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9 Budget-Friendly Privacy Ideas for Your Garden That Look More Expensive Than They Actually Are
Privacy screening doesn't have to come at a high cost — and these 9 expert-approved choices will show you how to stay stylish and stick to the budget at the same time
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This New Outdoor Furniture Looks Like It Belongs by a Pool at a Cool Boutique Hotel — But You'd Never Guess Where It's From
There are foldaway bar carts, bistro sets, and pretty parasols with botanical prints, with most priced at under £200
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It's Time to Touch Grass — These 5 Outdoor Offline Rituals Will Help You Digitally Detox in Your Garden
Make the most of the seasonal ambiance by getting off your phone and enjoying your outdoor spaces
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IKEA Is Having a Rare Sale on Outdoor Furniture Right Now — There Are Sun Loungers, Modular Sofas, and Armchairs on Discount
With prices so reasonable, the retailer rarely goes on sale, so now is the time to bag a bargain before summer hits
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I’m Not Surprised These Solar Fence Lights Are So Highly Rated — They’re Such a Simple, and Affordable Way to Add Instant Opulence to Your Garden
With a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews and a price tag of under £30, these solar lights are a win-win for a garden that looks expensive, without breaking the bank
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What Does the Color of Your Front Door Say About You? How Different Shades Can Affect Your Home's Aesthetic
It's about setting intention and creating a good first impression
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Japanese Moss Gardens Are the Calm, Minimalist Idea for Outdoors — Here’s How to Recreate Them, According to a Japanese Landscape Designer
This style of gardening may not be low maintenance, but the appeal it lends to your home is worth every bit of effort
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My Husband and I Have Been Making Homemade Pizzas Together for Years — Gozney’s Super Stylish Arc Lite Could Just Be Our Top Pick of Easy-to-Use, Portable Outdoor Pizza Ovens
The most affordable of Gozney’s range, the lightweight Arc Lite makes it ideal for smaller spaces, whether you have a balcony, rooftop, or want to take it with you on-the-go
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5 Plants That Will Overpower Your Garden With Scent If You Don't Plan Carefully, and What to Choose Instead for a More Pleasant Aroma
So, I've included some expert recommendations to make your backyard smell inviting instead
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These Screens Are Such a Clever Way to Add Plants, Privacy, and a Touch of Pretty to Your Garden, All in One Go
Plus, a gardening expert shares the best plants to grow in them
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Forget Water Features — Fire Is the Element Your Garden Is Missing, Say Biophilic Designers
This one addition will make your garden warmer, both literally and in its design and emotion
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This Garden Designer's 'Creeping' Lawn Alternative Is Her Secret to Making Hard Landscaping Feel Softer and "Blurring Thresholds"
In a garden where lawn just wouldn't work, Gina Taylor of East London Garden Design opted for Mind Your Business to bring lush greenness
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"I'm a Scandinavian Garden Designer — These Are the 3 Things I Tell Anyone Who Wants a Calm, Minimalist Outdoor Space"
Take Scandi design inspiration to your garden with these tips from Norwegian gardener Annika Zetterman
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Where to Buy Garden Furniture Paint (Yes, It's a Specific Thing) — These Are the Best Brands, With the Best Colors
Upgrading your garden furniture this season may only be a coat of paint away
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4 Things Interior Designers Warn You Shouldn't Overlook in Your Garden Design — Think Sun Paths, Sounds, and How You'll Actually Get to the Sauna
A successful garden space is not just about decoration; it's about practicality, too. Knowing how to do both is the biggest trick in the book
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The Japanese-Inspired 'Bento' Garden Trend Is the Best Way to Bring Structure and Definition to a Small Garden
It's all about multiple, individual compartments coming together to create one cohesive whole, making it perfect for smaller, urban gardens
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Wait, Is Eucalyptus Actually the Best Choice for Outdoor Furniture? Here's How It Weighs Up Against Its Teak and Acacia Counterparts
From weather resistance to maintenance and eco credentials, we break down how eucalyptus compares to two of its biggest rivals before you invest in your next garden set
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Want Your Garden to Look More Japanese? These 5 Plants and Trees Will Make It Feel Like Spring in Tokyo
Taking inspiration from the zen garden style of planting is a beautiful way to fill your outdoor space while calming it with stunning textural foliage
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I Always Presumed That Wicker Planters Would Spell Disaster, but Then I Discovered This Clever Range With Removable Liners
Allowing for easy planting and upkeep, there's lots to love about these rattan planters that are perfect for spring
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How to Make an Olive Tree Look Expensive — Advice From a Garden Designer Who Nailed the Modern Mediterranean Look in This London Garden
This garden in North West London is the epitome of Mediterranean chic, and it's the olive trees that are the heroes of the planting scheme
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Scandinavian Outdoor Furniture Is a Shortcut to Cool, Minimalist Gardens — A Here's a Stylist’s Edit of What’s Actually Worth Buying in 2026
Scandinavian Outdoor Furniture Is a Shortcut to Cool, Minimalist Gardens — A Here's a Stylist’s Edit of What’s Actually Worth Buying in 2026
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I'm Not an Expert Gardener, but Garden Designers Told Me These 5 Architectural Plants Are as Unkillable as They Are Stylish
No more stressful gardening weekends. These are the 5 plants I'd pick if I could redesign my low-maintenance garden
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IKEA's New £25 Outdoor Planter Has Just the Right Amount of Cartoonish Charm, While Still Feeling Super Contemporary
Planters are an affordable way to add style to your outdoor space
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I Found This Privacy Screen You Can Stake Into Your Lawn That Makes It Easy, Flexible, and Actually Very Stylish to Screen Out Neighbors
Ready in just 10 minutes, everyone's patio needs this privacy screen — plus, it's on Prime, so it will be delivered fast
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10 Design Ideas That Will Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal — Because Setting the Right Tone for Your House Starts Outside
A smart exterior is as important as a beautiful interior — discover how to ensure your home looks as good on the outside as it does on the inside, according to experts
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21 of the Most Beautiful Gardens, Selected From Our Favorite Home Tours, to Inspire Your Outdoor Space This Season
From Californian courtyards to London rooftop terraces — these are the designer-styled outdoor spaces from the Livingetc archives to bookmark
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I Asked Interior Designers What They'd Buy From Soho Home's New Outdoor Collection for "Garden Spaces That Feel as Considered and Layered as Interiors"
From outdoor sofas to tables, accessories, and dining chairs, these were the pieces that stood out to those who know best
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Pollen, Staining Sap, and Heaps of Debris — These Are the 6 Trees in Your Garden That Might Ruin Your Outdoor Furniture in Spring
You don't have to get rid of them altogether, but they should not be flourishing anywhere near your pretty al fresco furnishings
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'They’re Not a Quick Fix for Garden Privacy' — 5 Problems With Pleached Trees Not Enough People Talk About
These perfect trees are the dream when it comes to screening your garden from neighbors — or are they?
