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Scottish Sun
8 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I spruced up my bland decking & gave it va-va-voom for summer with a HUGE Temu buy you can nab for just £8 down from £50
A YOUNG woman has shared how she gave her bland decking a mega makeover, without having to break the bank. So if you want to spruce up your outside space but don't have much cash to splash, then you've come to the right place. 3 A DIY enthusiast has added style to her garden with a bargain buy from Temu Credit: tiktok/@amy_betsie 3 Not only this, but she also shared the trick she swears by to get rid of leaves in an instant Credit: tiktok/@amy_betsie 3 Amy's outdoor rug is "absolutely huge" and looks "stunning" Credit: tiktok/@amy_betsie Amy Betsie, a content creator from the UK, was able to transform her decking thanks to a bargain buy from Temu. And while she paid £50 for the luxe product, it has now been reduced down to less than £9 - yes, you heard that correctly. Posting on social media, Amy gave her followers a close-up look at her garden, before and after its makeover. Not only did she hoover her decking to get rid of leaves in an instant, but she also added colour with a huge geometric rug. She said: 'So as per usual, I have to go in and tidy up the garden like I have to do weekly, because that tree is the bane of my life. 'I am so not ready for the bee loving people to come into my comments and tell me how much they love nature and bees. 'You might love nature, but I don't love that tree - I love it to look at, I don't love it to tidy up every single week. 'Honestly, it sheds all year round - summer, winter, spring and autumn. It is a joke." Amy then questioned: 'Does anybody else hoover their garden by the way? I feel like if you've got decking, it's a necessity to hoover your garden.' Following this, the brunette held up her purse-friendly find as she beamed: 'So this is the rug. I got it from Temu. I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 'It was between £50 and £60 which I think was a bargain because the size of it is absolutely huge. 'It takes up the majority of my garden and I just feel like with my garden, because it's completely decked, it's so bland.' 8 must-have plants to brighten up your garden Nick Hamilton owner of Barnsdale Gardens has shared his favourite plants and flowers you should consider adding to your garden, borders and pots. Tricyrtis A spectacular plant that gives a real exotic feel to any garden with its orchid-like, spotted flowers giving the impression that this plant should be tender but it is 'as tough as old boots!'. Penstemon I love this plants genus of because most will flower all summer and autumn. They'll grow in sun or semi-shade in a well drained soil and produce a non-stop display of tubular flowers in an array of colours and colour combination to suit all tastes. Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata' With the evergreen leaves edged with yellow it's great asset is that it will grow in sun or shade in any type of soil and is great as groundcover in the hardest spot to fill - dry shade. Eryngium x zabelii 'Big Blue' A stunning, nectar-rich plant that will feed the beneficial insects in your garden. Leave the flowerheads once they have turned brown because they look stunning with winter frost and snow, extending the plant's interest period. Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' If you need winter scent then look no further than this compact, evergreen shrub. The scent is stunning and the evergreen leaves create an excellent backdrop for the summer flowers. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' A dwarf version of 'Midwinter Fire' the very colourful stems create a stunning winter display, particularly on sunny days. Rosa 'Noisette Carnee' A very well-behaved climbing rose that is perfect for training over an arch, pergola or gazebo. The small, 'noisette' flowers are blush-pink and produce the most amazing clove scent constantly from June to November. Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' I've never seen a squirrel with a drooping, shaggy lilac tail, but this variety will give your garden an unusual and different look throughout summer. It does need a moisture retentive soil but will grow in sun or semi-shade. As she showed off her garden, which she completed with some rattan furniture, she continued: 'So I decided to get this just to spruce it up and give it that little bit of a va-va-voom, which I think it absolutely did.' Thrilled with her rug, the gardening enthusiast shared: 'It is stunning.' Whilst the exact rug Amy bought has now been discontinued, there are a number of strikingly similar geometric rugs that have been reduced on the Temu website. That rug is gorgeous TikTok user While some of the reversible outdoor rugs were once priced at £151, £50, £44 and £21, the cheapest option is now just £8.91, which we think is a real bargain. Such rugs are great for adding style to a decking or patio, without breaking the bank. The outdoor rugs are said to be 'lightweight and portable', 'easy to clean' and are even suitable for picnics in the park too. Not only does Amy's decking now look fabulous, but it's perfect for hosting events with friends and family - and we're sure any eagle-eyed neighbours will love it too. Social media users react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @amy_betsie, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly amassed 40,900 views, 356 likes and 24 comments. Social media users were impressed with Amy's bargain buy and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this. Garden features that add the most value to a house A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property. carried out a study and consulted 36 estate agents, garden designers and property professionals from across the UK. And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed. Shed - 82% Patio or paving - 76% Secure fencing, walls or gates - 72% Outdoor lighting - 66% Sturdy decking - 62% Water features eg. fountain or pond - 58% Modern garden furniture - 54% Artificial lawn/grass - 40% One person said: 'Love it.' Another added: 'That rug is gorgeous.' Whilst a third commented: 'Always hoovering my deck and outdoor rugs!' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I spruced up my bland decking & gave it va-va-voom for summer with a HUGE Temu buy you can nab for just £8 down from £50
A YOUNG woman has shared how she gave her bland decking a mega makeover, without having to break the bank. So if you want to spruce up your outside space but don't have much cash to splash, then you've come to the right place. 3 A DIY enthusiast has added style to her garden with a bargain buy from Temu Credit: tiktok/@amy_betsie 3 Not only this, but she also shared the trick she swears by to get rid of leaves in an instant Credit: tiktok/@amy_betsie 3 Amy's outdoor rug is "absolutely huge" and looks "stunning" Credit: tiktok/@amy_betsie Amy Betsie, a content creator from the UK, was able to transform her And while she paid £50 for the luxe product, it has now been reduced down to less than £9 - yes, you heard that correctly. Posting on social media, Amy gave her followers a close-up look at her Not only did she Read more Fabulous stories She said: 'So as per usual, I have to go in and tidy up the garden like I have to do weekly, because that tree is the bane of my life. 'I am so not ready for the bee loving people to come into my comments and tell me how much they love nature and bees. 'You might love nature, but I don't love that tree - I love it to look at, I don't love it to tidy up every single week. 'Honestly, it sheds all year round - summer, winter, spring and autumn. It is a joke." Most read in Fabulous Amy then questioned: 'Does anybody else hoover their garden by the way? I feel like if you've got decking, it's a necessity to hoover your garden.' Following this, the brunette held up her purse-friendly find as she beamed: 'So this is the rug. I got it from Temu. I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 'It was between £50 and £60 which I think was a 'It takes up the majority of my garden and I just feel like with my garden, because it's completely decked, it's so bland.' 8 must-have plants to brighten up your garden Nick Hamilton owner of Tricyrtis A spectacular plant that gives a real exotic feel to any garden with its orchid-like, spotted flowers giving the impression that this plant should be tender but it is 'as tough as old boots!'. Penstemon I love this plants genus of because most will flower all summer and autumn. They'll grow in sun or semi-shade in a well drained soil and produce a non-stop display of tubular flowers in an array of colours and colour combination to suit all tastes. Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata' With the evergreen leaves edged with yellow it's great asset is that it will grow in sun or shade in any type of soil and is great as groundcover in the hardest spot to fill - dry shade. Eryngium x zabelii 'Big Blue' A stunning, nectar-rich plant that will feed the beneficial insects in your garden. Leave the flowerheads once they have turned brown because they look stunning with winter frost and snow, extending the plant's interest period. Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' If you need winter scent then look no further than this compact, evergreen shrub. The scent is stunning and the evergreen leaves create an excellent backdrop for the summer flowers. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' A dwarf version of 'Midwinter Fire' the very colourful stems create a stunning winter display, particularly on sunny days. Rosa 'Noisette Carnee' A very well-behaved climbing rose that is perfect for training over an arch, pergola or gazebo. The small, 'noisette' flowers are blush-pink and produce the most amazing clove scent constantly from June to November. Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' I've never seen a squirrel with a drooping, shaggy lilac tail, but this variety will give your garden an unusual and different look throughout summer. It does need a moisture retentive soil but will grow in sun or semi-shade. As she showed off her garden, which she completed with some rattan furniture, she continued: 'So I decided to get this just to spruce it up and give it that little bit of a Thrilled with her rug, the gardening enthusiast shared: 'It is stunning.' Whilst the exact rug Amy bought has now been discontinued, there are a number of strikingly similar geometric rugs that have been reduced on the That rug is gorgeous TikTok user While some of the Such rugs are great for The outdoor rugs are said to be 'lightweight and portable', 'easy to clean' and are even suitable for picnics in the park too. Not only does Amy's decking now look fabulous, but it's perfect for hosting events with friends and family - and we're sure any eagle-eyed neighbours will love it too. Social media users react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ Social media users were impressed with Amy's Garden features that add the most value to a house A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property. And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed. Shed - 82% Patio or paving - 76% Secure fencing, walls or gates - 72% Outdoor lighting - 66% Sturdy decking - 62% Water features eg. fountain or pond - 58% Modern garden furniture - 54% Artificial lawn/grass - 40% One person said: 'Love it.' Another added: 'That rug is gorgeous.' Whilst a third commented: 'Always hoovering my deck and outdoor rugs!' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Shoppers race to Aldi to grab the perfect buy to elevate your garden and you'll get change from a tenner
Plus, eight plants to brighten up your garden this summer WATER BUY! Shoppers race to Aldi to grab the perfect buy to elevate your garden and you'll get change from a tenner ALDI fans are racing to stores to pick up a must-have buy to elevate the garden. With summer just around the corner, we're all trying to make the most of our gardens and this bargain buy is the perfect addition. Advertisement 3 Aldi are selling a garden must-have later this week Credit: Getty 3 The solar panelled water fountain is perfect to add some glam to your garden Credit: Aldi One eager shopper shared the buy coming to stores later this week on social media. Taking to Gardening On A Budget, Yvonne Courtney, shared the buy with the group's 450k members. She said: "For those of you who are asking about solar fountains, Aldi will be having them next week!" The image showed a solar fountain to create a water feature in the garden. Advertisement The budget-friendly item can be bought either curved or angular, depending on the type of pot you want to put it in. Each of the solar fountains come with seven spray patterns. The best part is that it will cost nothing to run as it runs off the sun and costs just £6.99 to buy. The garden decor comes into stores this Sunday, so if you want it for yourself, head to your local Aldi early. Advertisement Also up for grabs on Sunday in the German retailer is a stunning mosaic bird bath for £17.99, as well as a pack of four solar path disc lights for £9.99. For green-fingered folk, Aldi is also selling a heap of gardening essentials. 3 It comes in two sizes and has seven water patterns Credit: Aldi Mrs Hinch raves about £2 Home Bargains buy that 'adds charm to your garden' & a £10 product that's 'cheaper than Amazon' Gardening gloves can be picked up for £1.99 as well as pruning shears for £3.99. Advertisement Those who saw Yvonne's post were eager to get the garden buys for themselves. One person wrote: "I want one or two." Another commented: 'This would look cute." 8 must-have plants to brighten up your garden Nick Hamilton owner of Barnsdale Gardens has shared his favourite plants and flowers you should consider adding to your garden, borders and pots. Tricyrtis A spectacular plant that gives a real exotic feel to any garden with its orchid-like, spotted flowers giving the impression that this plant should be tender but it is 'as tough as old boots!'. Penstemon I love this plants genus of because most will flower all summer and autumn. They'll grow in sun or semi-shade in a well drained soil and produce a non-stop display of tubular flowers in an array of colours and colour combination to suit all tastes. Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata' With the evergreen leaves edged with yellow it's great asset is that it will grow in sun or shade in any type of soil and is great as groundcover in the hardest spot to fill - dry shade. Eryngium x zabelii 'Big Blue' A stunning, nectar-rich plant that will feed the beneficial insects in your garden. Leave the flowerheads once they have turned brown because they look stunning with winter frost and snow, extending the plant's interest period. Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' If you need winter scent then look no further than this compact, evergreen shrub. The scent is stunning and the evergreen leaves create an excellent backdrop for the summer flowers. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' A dwarf version of 'Midwinter Fire' the very colourful stems create a stunning winter display, particularly on sunny days. Rosa 'Noisette Carnee' A very well-behaved climbing rose that is perfect for training over an arch, pergola or gazebo. The small, 'noisette' flowers are blush-pink and produce the most amazing clove scent constantly from June to November. Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' I've never seen a squirrel with a drooping, shaggy lilac tail, but this variety will give your garden an unusual and different look throughout summer. It does need a moisture retentive soil but will grow in sun or semi-shade. "Keep your eyes peeled," penned a third to a friend. Advertisement Meanwhile a fourth said: "I need a couple, mine broke." "They have the pot in stores now,' claimed a fifth. Someone else added: 'We need one." Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@ and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Shoppers race to Aldi to grab the perfect buy to elevate your garden and you'll get change from a tenner
ALDI fans are racing to stores to pick up a must-have buy to elevate the garden. With summer just around the corner, we're all trying to make the most of our gardens and this 3 Aldi are selling a garden must-have later this week Credit: Getty 3 The solar panelled water fountain is perfect to add some glam to your garden Credit: Aldi One eager shopper shared the buy Taking to She said: "For those of you who are asking about solar fountains, Aldi will be having them next week!" The image showed a READ MORE ON GARDENING The budget-friendly item can be bought either curved or angular, depending on the type of pot you want to put it in. Each of the The best part is that it will cost nothing to run as it runs off the sun and costs just £6.99 to buy. The garden decor comes into stores this Sunday, so if you want it for yourself, head to your local Aldi early. Most read in Fabulous Also up for grabs on Sunday in the German retailer is a stunning mosaic bird bath for £17.99, as well as a pack of four solar path disc lights for £9.99. For green-fingered folk, Aldi is also selling a heap of gardening essentials. 3 It comes in two sizes and has seven water patterns Credit: Aldi Mrs Hinch raves about £2 Home Bargains buy that 'adds charm to your garden' & a £10 product that's 'cheaper than Amazon' Gardening gloves can be picked up for £1.99 as well as pruning shears for £3.99. Those who saw Yvonne's post were eager to get the garden buys for themselves. One person wrote: "I want one or two." Another commented: 'This would look cute." 8 must-have plants to brighten up your garden Nick Hamilton owner of Tricyrtis A spectacular plant that gives a real exotic feel to any garden with its orchid-like, spotted flowers giving the impression that this plant should be tender but it is 'as tough as old boots!'. Penstemon I love this plants genus of because most will flower all summer and autumn. They'll grow in sun or semi-shade in a well drained soil and produce a non-stop display of tubular flowers in an array of colours and colour combination to suit all tastes. Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata' With the evergreen leaves edged with yellow it's great asset is that it will grow in sun or shade in any type of soil and is great as groundcover in the hardest spot to fill - dry shade. Eryngium x zabelii 'Big Blue' A stunning, nectar-rich plant that will feed the beneficial insects in your garden. Leave the flowerheads once they have turned brown because they look stunning with winter frost and snow, extending the plant's interest period. Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' If you need winter scent then look no further than this compact, evergreen shrub. The scent is stunning and the evergreen leaves create an excellent backdrop for the summer flowers. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' A dwarf version of 'Midwinter Fire' the very colourful stems create a stunning winter display, particularly on sunny days. Rosa 'Noisette Carnee' A very well-behaved climbing rose that is perfect for training over an arch, pergola or gazebo. The small, 'noisette' flowers are blush-pink and produce the most amazing clove scent constantly from June to November. Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' I've never seen a squirrel with a drooping, shaggy lilac tail, but this variety will give your garden an unusual and different look throughout summer. It does need a moisture retentive soil but will grow in sun or semi-shade. "Keep your eyes peeled," penned a third to a friend. Meanwhile a fourth said: "I need a couple, mine broke." "They have the pot in stores now,' claimed a fifth. Someone else added: 'We need one." Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@ and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line .
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Poundland is selling a ‘trending' cheap £5 garden buy that'll light up your outdoor space – and make it colourful too
BUDGET retailer Poundland is selling a cheap £5 buy that will brighten up your outdoor space. The garden accessories have had their price slashed in a clearance sale. Advertisement 1 The budget lights are the perfect way to illuminate your garden Credit: Poundland Going from £6 to just £5, the cheap solar powered LED Featuring coloured bulbs, the string of lights can be put up in your garden to add a splash of colour to the space. The Pepco solar powered lights come in a pack of 20. They are strung along a 2.85 metre wire to provide excellent coverage for your Advertisement Read more in Fabulous With warm white LED lights and coloured bulbs the solar powered lights create a lovely ambience. Poundland boasts that the lights are easy to install and have long lasting performance. The lights can be bought in store or online with Poundland offering UK mainland delivery options. They can operate perfectly fine outside, being designed for use in gardens. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous A clearance sale reduced the light's price from £6 to just £5. Poundland warns that the items are selling quick though, with hundreds of interested customers. Once sold out the garden accessory will be gone so shoppers will need to rush if they want them. The lights are solar powered but come with a Advertisement Powered by a 1.2V 300mAh NI-MH the garden accessory will offer excellent illumination. Poundland called the lights the "perfect addition to your garden décor." With a host of different Pink, green and yellow bulbs are all included with the lights, offering plenty of variety. Advertisement Poundland said: "These energy-efficient lights are powered by solar energy, making them an eco-friendly and cost-effective option for your outdoor lighting needs. "With easy installation and long-lasting performance, the Pepco Solar-Powered LED 8 must-have plants to brighten up your garden Nick Hamilton owner of Tricyrtis A spectacular plant that gives a real exotic feel to any garden with its orchid-like, spotted flowers giving the impression that this plant should be tender but it is 'as tough as old boots!'. Penstemon I love this plants genus of because most will flower all summer and autumn. They'll grow in sun or semi-shade in a well drained soil and produce a non-stop display of tubular flowers in an array of colours and colour combination to suit all tastes. Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata' With the evergreen leaves edged with yellow it's great asset is that it will grow in sun or shade in any type of soil and is great as groundcover in the hardest spot to fill - dry shade. Eryngium x zabelii 'Big Blue' A stunning, nectar-rich plant that will feed the beneficial insects in your garden. Leave the flowerheads once they have turned brown because they look stunning with winter frost and snow, extending the plant's interest period. Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' If you need winter scent then look no further than this compact, evergreen shrub. The scent is stunning and the evergreen leaves create an excellent backdrop for the summer flowers. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' A dwarf version of 'Midwinter Fire' the very colourful stems create a stunning winter display, particularly on sunny days. Rosa 'Noisette Carnee' A very well-behaved climbing rose that is perfect for training over an arch, pergola or gazebo. The small, 'noisette' flowers are blush-pink and produce the most amazing clove scent constantly from June to November. Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' I've never seen a squirrel with a drooping, shaggy lilac tail, but this variety will give your garden an unusual and different look throughout summer. It does need a moisture retentive soil but will grow in sun or semi-shade.
