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Visiting a garden centre can be a great day out. Whether you grab a bite to eat at an on-site café, get inspiration in garden furniture, or just to burn some time with fresh air, it is a favoured weekend pastime. Over the last year or so, the dynamic of a quick visit to a garden centre has changed. This is now a more measured activity, with less impromptu visits and more structure to a visit. Our garden furniture showsite in Cheshire has adapted to social distancing measures for your... Read More

Planters are a quick and easy way to invigorate an give an injection of colour to your garden area. Our merchandising team at GardenStreet give you the full guide on what to consider when purchasing your next planter. Planters for Commercial Segregation Planters can be an environmentally friendly alternative to provide pedestrian segregation and barriers. Ideal for carparks, or to protect pedestrian walkways, a planter is cheap, heavy, and can add to the aesthetics of an area. The Rowlinson Patio Planter is 180cm long, and can be a dead-weight to... Read More

Our garden design consultants work way ahead of the clock to determine the upcoming garden trends and styles for 2021. A common theme we look for is the contrast in garden furniture; be it in the material, colour, or texture. Most sets on our website have some element of contrast. For example, the Prestbury collection which has a lighter weave and darker cushions. We expect contrasting materials to be a popular pick for this season; by combining wood, metal, or rattan amongst the same set. Here are our top recommendations... Read More

Hot tubs are becoming ever popular in the UK. From inflatable entry level models such as the ubiquitous Laz-y-Spas, to premium permanent models with all the mod-cons and gadgets you can imagine. Accessorising and finishing your hot tub is important to help give a classy finish, and also help to enhance the experience of those enjoying the pool. It can help to blend the water feature into your garden theme and design. We pick our top 5 Hot Tub Gazebos to suit varying styles and budgets, and to create a... Read More

Carports are becoming increasingly popular in the UK, as they provide shelter and protection for your vehicle. They are more cost efficient than building a garage, and usually have a quicker turnaround time to build and come in kit form. With this in mind, carports can be a cheaper and quicker way to protect your car. Are carports cheaper than garages? Carports come in kit form – they are typically made in bulk and imported into the UK. As a result, the prices tend to be cheaper that garages. As... Read More

Upcycling is a cheap way to do up your garden. As well as the environmental benefits of encouraging recycling and reusing, it creates quirky and unique designs not found in shops – at a fraction of the cost! 1) Welly Planters Have your wellies seen better days? Perhaps you’ve outgrown them, or they have started to wear out? Create quirky planters by using them to grown plants or herbs! The holes will act as natural drainage, and bright designs can add texture and vibrancy to your garden 2) Tire Planters... Read More