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Photo Credit: gardenerworld.com   Why Buy A Bare Root Tree - Our Thoughts   Why buy a bare rooted tree? Winter is the perfect time to prepare for a new growing year. If your soil isn't frozen, bare-root fruit trees can be planted to allow you to enjoy your own apples, pears or apricots in the summer months!    For any beginners to 'grow your own', a bare-rooted fruit tree is simply a a tree that has been dug up or 'lifted' from the ground or nursery. It is know as 'bare-rooted' as it will have no compost or soil attached at the root. Some planters would argue that a potted plant, which comes with its own compost, is a better proposition as it usually is more established and doesn't have to be planted straight away. However, potted trees are also more volatile and can go into melt down unless it is delicatly treated. You can also limit your tree selection if you focus on pootted as most nurersies will only be able to provide their full fruit tree range as bare-rooted.     So whether it be vigorous or dwarfing trees, espalier or cordon, as maiden young trees or bush older trees, the format suits bare-rooted trees equally and covers the full range of apple, pear, plum, gage, damson, cherry, quince, peach apricot and nectarines.    Therotecially, a potted tree can be planted at any time of year, but a bare-rooted tree is best planted during Autumn to early spring which to many budding growers may be an great excuse to get back out in the garden during the winter months. To those who would prefer to stay indoors during the cold, a great advantage to a bare-rooted tree is that they don't need watering after planting so once in the ground, they can live without help until the late spring.    So although there may be a growing demand for trees grown in pots and containers, and that the planting of trees during the summer has increased, it is the bare root form of tree that continues to be most favoured by professional and experienced growers.    We hope this blog has helped you to consider "why buy a bare rooted tree" should you have any more questions please reach out to us!     For your 2021 garden transformation call us on 01932 943040 or send us an email at info@innovisionlandscapes.co.uk

Photo: countryliving.com How Do You Get Rid Of A Christmas Tree - Reuse, Replant, Recylcle   How do you get rid of a Christmas tree? Do your bit for the environment by finding an alternative to throwing away your Christmas Tree this year.    A total of 8 million Christmas trees will be disposed of this year. It is time to make a change by finding an alternative to sending your tree to landfill. You can now arrange for your tree to be picked up by a local recycling scheme and turned into wood chip for woodland areas or local parks. You can also look for an organisation or charity that offers a ‘treecyling’ service where it could be used to build effective flood barriers in communities around the UK.    Best of all, if you tree is still potted, replant it in your garden and use it next year!    If not reused or recycled, trees become costly to both the environment and the taxpayer, with the cost of landfilling eight million trees being around £22 million.    But remember to remove all tinsel and decorations!    Photo: countryliving.com       For your 2021 garden transformation call us on 01932 943040 or send us an email at info@innovisionlandscapes.co.uk

Photo: thegrasspeople.com   Gardening in winter may not be as fun as the summer months, but there are still things to be done! October is the perfect time to tidy up and cut back your garden in time for the winter months. It is the month to tick off any remaining planting tasks and spend the last few mornings in the garden before you put away your outdoor furniture as the masses of autumn rain arrives.   Here is our handy October gardening check list:    1. Sweep up any fallen leaves  Leaves can harbour fungal spores as well as providing ideal hiding spots for slugs and snails.    2. Prune rambling roses  Once roses have finished flowering it is important to prune and tie the stems before the autumn weather cause irreversible damage.    3. Clear overhanging plants from garden access pathways  It is important to cut back greenery and hedges which may grow to block pathways over the next few months. Prevention is key!    4. Move trees and plant hedges  October is the ideal time to relocate key features in your garden. Most evergreens should only be moved when their roots are active meaning you may have to wait till March if they aren’t moved soon.    5. Clear fallen leaves  It is important to make sure your lawn gets as much light as possible during shorter winter days, therefore make sure your grass is clear of leaves to ensure it looks its best come the spring.    6. Aerate your lawn  Use a garden fork to perforate your lawn with small holes. This allows air, water and nutrients to penetrate the grass roots and avoid waterlogging and compaction over winter.    7. Mow your lawn  October is the perfect time to do the last law mowing of the year!    Gardening in winter can sometimes feel like a bit of a chore, so if you need help to prep your garden for the winter months Innovision Landscapes can provide a variety of maintenance services for gardens big or small. So, whether you need help rearranging your planters or just need your patio cleaned, we will be happy to help.    01932 943040 or send us an email at info@innovisionlandscapes.co.uk

Banner Image: Which.com   Vegetable Gardening For Beginners - Why You Should Start Now!   Vegetable gardening for beginners , it's easier than you think! Growing your own food can be done by anyone and in any garden, big or small. It’s not as difficult as you may believe and there are so many more benefits than creating a new hobby!    As the battle against coronavirus continues, it takes us back to the famous ‘victory gardens’ that emerged from previous world wars. During both World War I & II over 20 million victory gardens where planted and over 40% of the nation’s fresh vegetables were grown at home.    Back in March when lockdown was first introduced panicked shoppers cleared out supermarket shelves and even basic necessities such as potatoes were nowhere to be found. For many this has highlighted the dependence we all have on mass farming and even foreign imports. This means the demand to become more self sustaining has grown and the popularity of growing your own fruit and vegetables has become an attractive option for most.     Four great reasons for growing your own veg:    1. Saves money  Spending a little on seeds, plant starts and gardening supplies may see like a bigger upfront spend than a bag of carrots but in the longer term the outcome of consistent good quality veg from your own back door Is a huge money saver.    2. Better for the environment  Even organic, English grown veg purchased at the supermarket often needs transportation. Growing your own veg limits your carbon footprint and helps fight against climate change.    3. Healthier  Planting and growing your own food puts you in control on the use of chemicals, fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. Therefore, you know exactly what your family is consuming.    4. More nutritious  A diet packed full of fresh fruit and vegetables is packed full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. As well as this, foods with the shortest time between harvesting and eating retain the most nutritional value.    Starting with a couple of planters that will fit on your decking, patio or balcony is a great place to start but if you want to develop your green fingers. If you want to know more about vegetable gardening for beginners, give us a call to find out how we can help you build the produce garden of dreams. From raised beds to seamlessly built in planters, we can do it all with a free no-obligation quote.    01932 943043 or send us an email at info@innovisionlandscapes.co.uk

Gravel Garden - An Economic & Low Maintenance Choice   A gravel garden has typically been used solely for driveways but it has many more uses in order to create a contemporary, modern front entrance your home.    If you are looking for a low maintenance, economical option to make your front garden looking beautiful, a gravel garden is a great choice.  Professionally installed, gravel is a great material for not just fulfilling all those criteria but also can create an attractive and unique garden to welcome you home at the end of each day.    Designing a front garden needs to take into account both practicality and attractiveness. It is important to make sure there is enough space for parking and easy access to the road for the bins whilst maintaining a modern and contemporary presentation for your house without a high cost.    Driveways are the most common use of gravel but can give the material a bad name. Incorrectly installed they can leak stones on the pathways, grow weeds and make it uncomfortable to walk on. In contrast, a well-designed and expertly installed gravel garden is low maintenance, provides a solid underfoot and won’t migrate whilst being a lower cost solution. It can also be a great option to help grow a diversity of planting.    If you would like to discuss the potential of creating an expertly designed gravel front garden for your property which will last for years to come, give us a call for your free no-obligation quote.    01932 943040 or send us an email at info@innovisionlandscapes.co.uk

Outdoor Lighting - Lighting Up Your Garden     Adding outdoor lighting to your garden is one of the best finishing touches to emphasis great landscaping and prolong the enjoyment of your garden long into the evening.    Landscaping lighting is key to emphasising key garden elements and help create stunning garden views a night. Whether you chose to add lighting to increase the safety and security of your home, or just to illuminate your beautiful garden there are many types of outdoor lighting options choose from.    The most popular types are:    Spotlights  This type of fixture is extremely popular in order to create up-lighting, most commonly used on trees. Spotlights are also very versatile because these fixtures can support a variety of bulbs, beam widths, and wattage.    Floodlights  Although floodlights are also referred to as spotlights, floodlights are used for a different purpose. Floodlights are typically used to add extra security lighting to your garden, especially for larger areas around your property and in dark corners.    Path Lights  The most popular use for this type of lighting fixture is to keep walkways well lit. Depending on the fixture used, light can be directed down and to the side or down and around the entire area. This lighting style works well along driveways, by decking areas and garden trails. Another great area of use is to highlight landscape beds and gardens.    We believe landscape lighting is key to finishing off the look of a new garden whilst increasing the hours you can spend sitting outside on a summer evening. To discuss the lighting options we provide or for information on how we can transform your garden, contact us for your free no-obligation quote.    01932 943043 or email us at info@innovisionlandscapes.co.uk