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Paint your fences to protect and make them look good

Spring Forward!

Tuesday, 20 February 2024

Now that we are occasionally getting some sunny days, it is the perfect time to “Spring Forward” and start venturing outside into the garden again and here are some jobs,…Read More

Drifts of wildflowers create a naturalistic look

Garden Trends for 2024

Thursday, 11 January 2024

Welcome to our first blog of 2024 and what better way is there to kick off the new year than to share with you our thoughts on the top 5…Read More

Grasses look wonderful covered in frost

Top 5 Jobs For The Autumn Garden

Tuesday, 07 November 2023

With Halloween and Bonfire Night now behind us we are safely in the realms of autumn with the glorious carpets of red, gold and bronze leaves it brings. As we…Read More

Our garden designs are drawn up in CAD then hand coloured

When Is A Good Time To Think About A Garden Design?

Tuesday, 12 September 2023

We often have clients asking when is a good time to think about a garden design. And while the answer to that is pretty much anytime there are some perfect…Read More

Allium Purple Sensation

Cut Above The Rest

Thursday, 31 August 2023

Did you know that a shocking 90% of cut flowers sold in the UK are imported from overseas, often travelling thousands of miles in refrigerated containers and racking up a…Read More

Before and after garden transformation

BofA Before & After

Friday, 14 April 2023

We all love seeing the before and after photos of garden transformations so we thought we’d share a few photos from a recent makeover in Bridge of Allan. Our clients…Read More

Lovely porcelain paving

Garden Trends for 2023

Wednesday, 04 January 2023

Happy New Year! We may not always want to be outside in our gardens during winter but that doesn’t mean we can’t plan what we want to do with them…Read More

rusty dahlia

Vialii Guide to Christmas Gardening Gifts 2022

Tuesday, 13 December 2022

If you are still scrabbling about looking for ideas for the garden loving friends and family in your lives then worry thee not! We have some top eco-friendly gifts to…Read More

Biome

Garden Visit: National Botanic Garden of Wales

Wednesday, 03 August 2022

We visited Wales recently and we always love to fit a garden visit when we are on holiday.  With 400 acres to explore, a visit to the National Botanic Garden…Read More

You can use natural stone to create a bespoke seat

Garden Trends for 2022

Monday, 10 January 2022

The last two years have taken their toll and we are all hoping for a happier and healthier 2022. And what better way to do that for your physical and…Read More

A lovely thermometer set

Vialii Guide to Christmas Gardening Gifts 2021

Friday, 17 December 2021

If you are still struggling to find that perfect gift for the green-fingered person in your life, we have some ideas for you right here with the Vialii guide to…Read More

Festival lighting can add a real feel of excitement in the evening

Light Up Your Garden

Monday, 21 June 2021

There’s nothing quite like long, sunny days lazing in the garden. But what happens when the sun goes down? Garden lighting can add a whole new dimension to your garden,…Read More

A beautiful cantilevered pergola

Open Gardens Bridge of Allan 2021

Wednesday, 09 June 2021

What a beautiful day it was on Sunday 6th June 2021 in Bridge of Allan and not just because the sun was shining. Several talented gardeners kindly agreed to open…Read More

View up to the stunning new extension

A Relaxing Garden in Dunblane

Saturday, 05 June 2021

Our clients asked us to redesign their garden and wanted to get rid of their old decking and create a seating area in the sunniest corner of the garden. The…Read More

Make sure you don't crush the bluebells on walks

10 Facts You Didn’t Know About Bluebells

Tuesday, 11 May 2021

We love dog walking in May among the bluebells. We are so fortunate to live where we do and have lots of options of places to walk where they are…Read More

A water butt is a great addition to your garden

Mind Your (Water) Butt

Tuesday, 27 April 2021

Water butts are great additions to any garden. In this blog we look at why you should find a home for one in your garden, where they can go, and…Read More

Add your Easter Eggs!

Make Your Own Easy Easter Centrepiece

Saturday, 03 April 2021

We may not be able to have a big family get together this Easter (once again, cheers Covid!) but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate Easter in our own way.…Read More

Spring Into Action

Monday, 15 March 2021

As Spring is showing us more and more signs of being upon us, our minds naturally turn to getting outdoors again. Whilst there is still a risk of frost so…Read More

Vialii Review of 2020

Wednesday, 16 December 2020

It’s tempting to not bother doing a review of 2020 – do we really want to look back on this year??? Yet, despite what an awful year it has been…Read More

Beautiful intertwining metal rings

Vialii Guide to Christmas Gardening Gifts 2020

Tuesday, 01 December 2020

With the craziness of 2020, we all deserve something lovely this Christmas. And with us all appreciating our gardens even more than ever this year, why not treat your loved…Read More

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