As British Summer Time kicks in and the first of the lighter evenings takes hold it might be time to start to think about getting back in the garden ready for summer… Decking and patio areas as well as fire pits and BBQ areas are the hottest thing right now in gardening and as such if your garden isnt up to scratch then here is the decor ideas guide to getting it ship shape in no time!

Start with a sweep up – yes sweeping up is a great way to get your drive and garden paths looking nice. It also allows you some time in the garden to start to think about any changes you might want to put through.

Edges – As the winter months see heavy rain and even snw the edges of a garden can start to wear thin or being to overgrow with weeds and small, unwanted plants. By taking an edging spade or simply a gardening hand fork it is possible to tidy up the edges of grass areas, patios and driveways/ paths.

Power wash – Yes once you have swept up and tidied up the edges of your garden it can be considered time to start powering washing. Be sure you do sweep up first as if you dont then when you come to powerwash you will create more and more mess. Start at the nearest point to the house and work away from here.

So there you go some simple tips to get you back out in the garden!