November 2021

  1. The ultimate guide to using granite chipping in your garden

    The ultimate guide to using granite chipping in your garden

    Granite chippings are an affordable way of transforming the look of any garden. Available in a range of different colours and finishes, granite is hard-wearing, weather-resistant and has a modern finish. As well as this, granite chipping has a number of practical uses. At Decorative Gardens, we love it, so we wanted to share the […]
  2. Scottish VS English Pebbles: Which Is Better?

    Scottish VS English Pebbles: Which Is Better?

    Pebbles are a clast of rock about 4-64mm wide, which makes them slightly smaller than cobbles. However, both of these are often used in gardens for decorative and practical purposes. Pebbles are rocks, distinctive for their smooth edges caused by the smoothing of ocean waves over and over again. They come in various colours that […]
  3. Creating a unique sandpit in your garden using play sand: Top tips for parents

    Creating a unique sandpit in your garden using play sand: Top tips for parents

    There's no better way to keep kids occupied in the garden than with a fun sandpit to play in. Although there are plenty of readymade sandpits available, building your own can be a fantastic way to create a fun and unique outdoor play area for your kids. Here are our top tips for building your […]
  4. Buying Rockery Stones Online: 7 Questions To Ask Yourself

    Buying Rockery Stones Online: 7 Questions To Ask Yourself

    When it comes to decorating your garden area, there are few features that add as much enrichment to a space than rockery stones. They are a fantastic way of displaying your plants and constructing unique features in your outside space.These versatile additions to a garden can be found in a diverse range of colours, styles, […]
  5. 7 garden designs that involve Scottish pebbles

    7 garden designs that involve Scottish pebbles

    Scottish pebbles and stones are an incredibly budget-friendly and low-maintenance way of transforming your outdoor space. They’re also a great weather-resistant and hard-wearing base for plants, driveways and stepping stones. And, what’s more, they come in so many colours and designs that they can be coordinated to suit your garden. Here is a list of […]
  6. Do You Need Planning Permission For A Garden Rockery?

    Do You Need Planning Permission For A Garden Rockery?

    If you have recently bought a new home, have some time on your hands or want to change your garden up, you might have been thinking about ways you can add a unique touch to your space. Garden rockeries are a brilliant way to add a unique, vibrant and interesting feature to your garden. But, […]
  7. Finding A Local Supplier Of Scottish Cobbles And Pebbles: 7 Questions To Ask

    Finding A Local Supplier Of Scottish Cobbles And Pebbles: 7 Questions To Ask

    Whether you have a patio, garden feature, or any other exterior area that constitutes the need for cobbles or pebbles, you want to make sure you find a reliable supplier. From requiring cobbles and pebbles for a practical reason to seeking them purely for decorative purposes, ensuring that you invest in the right cobbles and […]
  8. What is play sand made from? We discuss our recipe for fun sand for play

    What is play sand made from? We discuss our recipe for fun sand for play

    When you're looking to order kids' play sand, seeing all the different bags of sand on offer can make it hard to understand exactly what type you need. There are some key differences between all-purpose sand and play sand, so it's useful to know what they are.Play sand is more refined and is a higher […]
  9. Buying a fire pit: A practical guide for beginners

    Buying a fire pit: A practical guide for beginners

    A garden fire pit is a brilliant focal point for an outdoor space and makes for a fantastic centrepiece for nighttime garden parties. There's a huge range to choose from when it comes to buying fire pits UK customers love, and if you're new to them, you might not know where to start. In this […]
  10. Where do the best Scottish pebbles come from? We discuss.

    Where do the best Scottish pebbles come from? We discuss.

    Scottish pebbles are renowned for their smooth and well-rounded appearance. They come in a natural blend of earthy and rustic tones, adding a decorative yet organic element to any garden, patio or driveway.The high-quality pebbles supplied by Decorative Gardens have the same smooth feel as our larger cobbles, evoking the ambience of a rural walk […]

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