July 30, 2009

Backyard bling

Looking for a little bling for your backyard? This highly lacquered Mandarin bench from Charleston Gardens could be what you need to get a little fashionista going on over there by the foxgloves. 

Made of cast aluminium and powder-coated in black and white, too, Charleston Gardens says you’ll get a good 15 years on the finish.

Don’t over pizazz - use the bench alone in a all-green setting or in a show-stopping surprise spot in a bed of understated gravel.

weekend web browsing…
Wild Suburbia - Barbara gives the details of her native plant talk at RSABG
Garden Fresh Living - Using sewer sludge-based amendments in the garden
The Germinatrix - Look at a gorgeous coastal garden in Los Osos

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BBC—A family in Bristol find stolen goods such as wallets, shoes, toys and 3 pairs of brand new garden gloves in their garden. After an investigation, it turns out the culprit is a local fox.