Gardening has boomed since Lockdown, with many people spending more time in their outdoor spaces than ever before. By adding a water feature to your garden you can bring sound and movement at the same time as providing somewhere for birds to drink. And the best bit is it doesn’t have to be large, or expensive, and anyone can set one up in under half a day.Setting up a water featureWater...
What is green water?Green water is made up of millions of tiny algae cells all floating around in the water. They are green because of the chloroplasts inside them which photosynthesize and turn sunlight into energy. Just like plants.What causes green water?Spores are probably airborne, but any body of water can turn green if there are sufficient light and nutrients. In the garden pon...
A wildlife pond doesn’t have to be large or complicated - it’s just the fact that you have one that’s important. Ponds are oases for birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles and invertebrates, and as soon as you build one, they will come. Having water in the garden is relaxing, adds to its beauty and you're doing your part for wildlife conservation at the same time.SizeWildlife will use...
It’s that time of year. Everything is blooming, growing, breeding. From the lambs dancing in the fields, the influx of insects, and the first butterfly you spot, all are signs of the new season. Nature knows what it’s doing, but sometimes it can do with a helping hand. Here’s some tips of what you can do to help out nature near your pond. Have a pondFirst, just having a pond...
Here at Swell UK HQ we are dedicated to helping pond dwelling creatures thrive; be they fish, amphibians or insects. It’s a sad fact that in the UK many of our most well-loved, pond dwelling species are disappearing at an alarming rate due to a reduction in natural wildlife ponds and bog areas. But the good news is that there is something you can do to help!By creating your very own mini Eco P...
Whether you are in the countryside or in the middle of town, there are a range of domestic and wild predators that are more than happy to make a meal out of your well-tended koi and other pond fish.Frustrating and costly, visits from herons, cats and even otters can devastate your pond stock, taking expensive fish and effecting the health of survivors through worry, lowering their immune system ...
Setting up a new pond from scratch can often lead to a moment of disappointment as your freshly built garden oasis turns to a nasty green sludge during the first few weeks and months.Known as ‘New Pond Syndrome’, this happens due to a chemical imbalance in your pond water that your fledgling filter isn’t yet mature enough to deal with. Don’t worry, these things settle down, and there are...
As I am sure you have noticed, summer is now over and now is the perfect time to prep your garden ready for winter. There are many different things you can do to make sure your garden is ready for cold temperatures and frosty weather but here are a few to get your started: Tidy your Borders An important chore to add to your list is to tidy up your garden borders. This is where most of your plants ...
Holiday Garden Care It may be summer, but just because you are going on holiday doesn't mean your garden is going to stop growing and changing while you are away...Here’s the Best Summer Garden Care Tips to ensure you don’t come back to a messy garden, ensuring your private paradise can cope with the ever changing British summer. Establish a Watering System While some gardens are relatively ...
Hand built to the highest standards, there is a huge variety of luxury garden furniture that will be sure to enhance any garden or conservatory.To ensure that you get everything you need here is a basic introduction to the world of wicker furniture and the various types of furniture that are suited to almost every occasion.Like for those truly luxurious sunny days, nothing will do quite so wel...