Gazebos have become more popular and more affordable in recent years. There are many styles and sizes to choose from, so regardless of the size of the garden you may have, there should be a suitable gazebo somewhere out there for you. It is important to decide before choosing your gazebo whether or not you want it to a permanent fixture. It is also necessary to choose where about in your garden or grounds you would like it and whether or not your property can accommodate the gazebo you desire. Read the rest of this entry »

Black poplars were once one of our commonest species. Their springy wood was used for making everything from arrows to carriage wheels in the Middle Ages.

But female trees were regarded as a nuisance because of the clouds of fluffy seed they produce each summer. Read the rest of this entry »