Herald - Issue 396

8th October 2020 • The HERALD • Page 43 v THE HERALD - ENCOURAGING LOCAL ENTERPRISE v Your specialist Landscape and Garden Maintenance service, based in Hythe. Here to support the design, creation and maintenance of your perfect and personal outdoor space. Garden Maintenance Lawns Hedges Borders Weeds Leaf Clearance Pressure Washing Landscaping Design Patios Artificial Lawns Decking Fencing Garden Repairs 07879 552227 www.crowngardensandlandscapes.co.uk info@crowngardensandlandscapes.co.uk A family run business with over 20 years experience. Our teams of professional, friendly and reliable Gardeners and Landscapers are passionate about gardening and landscaping to very high standards of presentation and quality workmanship. | DOWN THE GARDEN PATH | Outdoor Living – Creating a CosyWinter Garden by Crown Gardens & Landscapes Hands up if you’ve finally painted that fence or jet washed your patio for the first time in a decade?! The good news is that you’re not alone. The amount of time people spent doing gardening or DIY increased by a whopping 147% during lockdown. With Autumn and Winter feeling all too close now, and the pandemic still here for the foreseeable future, how can you get the most from your outdoor space during colder weather? Your Garden isn’t just for summer – it’s a space to enjoy all year round and it isn’t di cult or costly to achieve either. Dedicate an area v It’s good to nd a sheltered corner, somewhere where the autumn breeze and winter chill won’t send you running for the indoors. If you don’t already have a sheltered spot, you can create one with high hedges, some established trees and some clever fencing. v What will you chose - Decking? Patio? Gravel? Make sure it’s got good drainage and won’t be swamped by any downpours. Will you want a permanent or temporary cover? v You might think that staying warm outside is impossible once winter kicks in but don’t be so hasty. With some clever tricks you can be toasty and snug out in the elements. Keeping Warm and Toasty v A re pit will transform any winter garden into a relaxing and warm space where you can toast bothmarshmallows and your toes. Small or large, you can t a re pit into most spaces. v When choosing seating make sure you look for comfort, warmth with some great winter colour palettes. Oranges, rusty browns and reds are great winter colours that bring some warmth to your space. Big u y blankets, outdoor throws and rugs will help you transform a cold open space into a cosy area that’s perfect for a cup of hot chocolate and a good book. Lighting the Way v Outdoor lights can turn even the dullest of garden spaces into a winter wonderland. For not much money you can turn your dingy corner into a space that’s t for story time round the re pit and gazing into the stars. v Even better, a lot of lights are now solar powered so you won’t have trailing extension cables or have to install external power points. If you’re hankering to create a perfect winter garden, then we’re here to help. Contact us at www. crowngardensandlandscapes.co.uk e Jewell Community Garden in Fawley village needs volunteers to help with gardenmaintenance and watering, any help would be greatly appreciated. ey have been fortunate with kind donations of plants, equipment and people o ering their woodworking skills to help build the planters. If you would be willing to help with raking, planting, weeding and perhaps the occasional mow then they would love to hear from you. Any time you can spare would be a great help. Pop up to the garden, which is located next to the Falcon Pub car park (behind the old public conveniences) and have a chat with one of the helpers or see their Facebook page: Jewell Community Garden at Fawley. Volunteers Needed!