<![CDATA[ Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating in Outdoors ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:45:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ An expert says this is the secret to attracting birds to your garden (plus how to identify each one) ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/how-to-attract-birds-to-your-garden ZEB7F28uZxvA4HoqW2MGGU Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:45:00 +0000 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:56:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are ugly streaks and faded finishes ruining your beautiful timber cladding? 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This simple formula makes it easy to calculate ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/how-many-decking-boards-do-you-need 9ggaszKY8Ren7DygVhaZgk Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Don't make this common pruning mistake – why you should never trim your hedges in the spring ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/when-you-shouldnt-prune-hedges VT9AwWhs9Xed8eXk2fPLL8 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:15:13 +0000 <![CDATA[ What you can and can’t put in your garden recycling bin after new rules start in April ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/what-you-can-and-cant-put-in-your-garden-recycling-bin-this-april-after-new-rules-are-rolled-out 6FzYxuBETu2hjiQCyUtjxQ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:33:13 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 vegetables you should be planting in April (before it’s too late) ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/vegetables-to-plant-in-april Xn6V8wjBKZVZR6cdFKdzJg Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:50:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Don’t miss your April planting window – these 10 plants will quickly brighten your garden as the weather warms up ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/what-to-plant-in-april jvzJisnAKXfdDQpZRcJwJg Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:45:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Growing bamboo in your garden? 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Find out what the experts say and what’s needed ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/installing-an-outdoor-plug-socket heVwkoD3MVB6WAo3nn8hAX Sat, 17 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Six things to do with garden waste — and why burning it is a bad idea ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/what-you-can-do-with-garden-waste NzNM67bRTsfNgbCXASBbMW Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Starting a vegetable garden is easy with these expert tips for first-time growers ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/how-to-start-a-vegetable-garden GEA6hackTZ9PKJP3D7fU8n Sat, 03 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 January gardening jobs to prepare your garden for the year ahead ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/january-gardening-jobs uJPYcD42EYNB6VQ7GAmgwd Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 simple ways to turn your Christmas tree into a winter wildlife habitat – they're easy, eco-friendly and great for nature lovers ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/how-to-turn-your-christmas-tree-into-a-wildlife-habitat RCjFiW6TfcgUiXRW4sEmwj Sun, 28 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 eco-friendly ways to reuse your Christmas tree in your garden ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/how-to-reuse-your-christmas-tree-in-the-garden ej2sG73gAXdpR5CR8BV2jA Sat, 27 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:59:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ Heatmap shows this area to be largest Japanese Knotweed hotspot in the UK ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/heatmap-shows-this-uk-area-to-be-the-highest-risk-of-japanese-knotweed-in-2025 j6ztEjvCfVDNA7Vqf96hbD Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ £1,000 reward offered after 20ft metal gates stolen from property ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/driveways/gbp1-000-reward-offered-after-20ft-metal-gates-stolen-from-property gZ6NirQmWxcK4oRUgbzdvX Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why you mustn't let your driveway become too high when adding a new surface ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/driveways/driveway-resurfacing-height-mistake Wcs6pbDd6jG8vF28UJzAjL Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These solar lights illuminated my driveway, and they cost less than £35 ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/driveways/these-solar-lights-illuminated-my-driveway-and-they-cost-less-than-gbp35 cg3eVpso55LAR5EkDggw8 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Where to buy a greenhouse for your grow-your-own goals — shop styles for every space and skill level ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/where-to-buy-greenhouses U4efHaGZ7rjhxQTAnK2e53 Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:37:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ Shirlie Kemp wows fans with greenhouse Christmas display while husband Martin is away in the jungle ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/shirlie-kemp-wows-fans-with-greenhouse-christmas-display bbogRq7Uet4znDC8CXSLUX Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Monty Don’s garden hit by major flooding as month’s worth of rain falls in 24 hours ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/monty-dons-garden-hit-by-major-flooding-after-torrential-rain vWpBKEBVy2ZZET9DMg3LKF Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Disturbing these hidden wildlife in your garden this winter could land you a big fine or 6 months in prison ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/disturbing-these-hidden-wildlife-in-your-garden-this-winter-could-land-you-a-big-fine-or-6-months-in-prison XW7L9F9BWsxEXpMSsRkr5R Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Where to buy the best garden sheds online — styles for every budget and space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/where-to-buy-sheds Dw9H5mzFoq2Csepnds9Bhc Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Clearing your garden for winter? 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Here's 10 to give your boundary a boost ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/modern-fence-ideas d9KvxXgXcsgMb3dZvewVjc Sun, 05 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why a thorny bush could help protect your home and boost your driveway security ideas ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/driveways/driveway-security-ideas YGP2RmVgScoRYBG6Y5cdq4 Sat, 04 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why I'm ignoring expert advice and keeping my ladybirds in the house ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/removing-ladybirds-in-the-house KS8ht8Ji6nrJoGZJ6ukoNA Sat, 04 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Martin Kemp stuns fans with autumn harvest of huge vegetables in raised beds ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/martin-kemp-stuns-fans-with-autumn-harvest-of-huge-vegetables-in-raised-beds b8qDubrM75QscFW3EYwZUE Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Homeowners warned blocked gutters could lead to £5k fines under abatement notices ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/homeowners-warned-blocked-gutters-could-lead-to-gbp5k-fines-under-abatement-notices re2xgotf75yXS3wj8FvrC8 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Getting the timing right is crucial' – don't miss the optimum time of year to aerate your lawn if you want the best results ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/when-to-aerate-a-lawn ZMGtwZWuNLkY4XaJ7hpi2N Sat, 20 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 easy ways to stormproof your garden before bad weather hits this autumn ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/how-to-stormproof-your-garden iNbAd5p33iED6BRwknpjEc Fri, 19 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Do I own a retaining wall? 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