The Autumn is a stunning time to be out and about in the natural world. The leaves are turning red and golden and we often get an unexpected burst of warm weather before the chill of winter takes hold.
This might be the last opportunity you get to sit back and relax in your garden for a good few months, at least without a woolly jumper and a thick coat, and is the perfect time to improve the way your outside space looks.
There are all sorts of home (or garden) improvements that you might want to consider this autumn, but here are just a few of the most popular to give you some inspiration.
Install new windows
During the winter months much of the enjoyment you get from owning your own garden comes from looking at it from inside your lovely warm and well-heated kitchen window. It doesn’t matter how great your garden looks if you can’t see it properly because your windows have become old, dirty, and miscoloured.
It’s also a lot more enjoyable to look out into your garden if you can feel a cold breeze coming through the frame that indicates you are losing heat and money at a rapid rate.
For all these reasons, autumn is a great time to invest in new double glazing Livingston. It also means that you won’t be stuck in a situation where you have to replace your windows or doors in the middle of winter and be left with gaping holes in the wall at the coldest time of the year.
Fertilise your garden
Winter fertiliser will help to keep the plants in your garden going strong during the winter and protect it from the cold and rain that is sure to come calling.
There are actually fertilisers designed specifically for this task with ‘winterisers’ particularly effective at keeping grass lawns alive and well in freezing conditions. These fertilisers ensure that roots continue to grow during the winter and that they are able to put up with frost and disease.
Water your plants
There is a common misconception amongst many garden owners that plants only need to be watered during the summer when temperatures are high and rain is less common. IN reality, just because it is cold outside, does not always mean your plants have enough moisture. You should certainly reduce the amount of times you water your plants in the autumn and winter, however. After all, we aren’t short of rain in these seasons. Once or twice a month should be fine.
Install a conservatory
If you are looking for a place to sit back, relax, and enjoy the great outdoors without the freezing temperatures and risk of getting soaked, nothing beats a conservatory of sunroom. Like with new window installation, this is your chance to get that conservatory you have been considering for so long. A conservatory is a wonderful addition to any property and can add significant value to your home.
