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Scottish Sun
a day 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
a day 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
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I transformed a £10.50 Aldi buy into a ‘jaw-dropping' garden feature & people think it's ‘really impressive'
A DIY enthusiast has shared the simple way she transformed a £10.50 Aldi buy into a jaw-dropping garden feature. So if you want to add some style to your garden for spring but your purse is feeling tighter than ever before, then you've come to the right place. Advertisement 3 A savvy woman has revealed how she transformed a cheap Aldi planter into a gorgeous garden feature Credit: Facebook/BARGAIN LOVERS Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The Range & More 3 Laura Trott used Amazon and Home Bargains buys to give the supermarket buy a glow up Credit: Facebook/BARGAIN LOVERS Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The Range & More 3 Many have been left incredibly impressed by the "beautiful" idea Credit: Facebook/BARGAIN LOVERS Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The Range & More Laura Trott, a savvy Rather than put a Eager to show off her Posting on Advertisement Read more Fabulous stories Alongside her post, Laura penned: 'I turned this £10 Aldi UK planter into a faux fish pond.' The As well as this, she also added in a lily pad which she got from Laura explained that you can buy solar water fountains from just £8 online, but she opted for a slightly more expensive one that lights up at night. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous As well as this, she also added in stones that she got for just £4.50 from While many garden features similar to this retail anywhere from £56 to £180 online, Laura spent just £42.99 in total on hers, making her Mrs Hinch raves about £2 Home Bargains buy that 'adds charm to your garden' & a £10 product that's 'cheaper than Amazon' And it's clear that Laura's faux fish pond has left many very impressed, as her post has quickly racked up 1,100 likes and 512 comments. Users eagerly raced to the comments to praise the 'jaw-dropping' feature, which many thought looked 'beautiful'. Advertisement 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!! I'm going to do it with my boys! Thank you!' Another added: 'Really impressive.' Great idea! I'm going to try this!! Facebook user A third commented: 'So cute.' Meanwhile, someone else beamed: 'Truly amazingly beautifully beautiful.' Advertisement But that's not all, as another Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club 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.
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.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Asda is selling a fun garden décor buy for £60 less than Debenhams – it's perfect for sunny days
HOLIDAY-enthusiasts are sprucing up their homes with a tropical-themed garden accessory. Summer-loving customers can't get enough of a chic addition to their outer areas - for a slice of the price. 2 Sun lovers have been amazed at Asda's £35 Tiki parasol Credit: Asda 2 The Debenhams version is going for a whopping £94.95 Credit: Debenhams Asda is offering a Hawaiian style Tiki Beach parasol courtesy of George Home for just £35. While Debenhams' Hula Thatched Patio Tiki Umbrella has been reduced from its original £244.95, it still comes in at £94.95. The stylish Asda sun shade boasts a raffia effect top and simple push up and down function to make it extra to use. Adjustable and elegant, it also comes with a carry bag if you want to take it elsewhere. Read more Fans commented: "I bought this and I absolutely love it. It looks fantastic. Well worth the money." "I absolutely love this parasol. I was looking for one but didn't want to spend a fortune for it to then break. This is quirky and a very good price. I think I need to buy another one as I love it so much," praised a second happy customer. "Great addition to the garden. Compliments my restful area and gives it that holiday feeling when looking out from the hot tub," penned another user. "Loved this tiki parasol. Bought it for my garden. Reminds me of being on holiday at the beach. Very good quality," commended a fourth fan. Most read in Fabulous "Feels like I'm in Hawaii!!!!" approved another. Elsewhere, customers have been double impressed by the superstore's garden furniture. 'I only went in for cheese!' shopper admits as she's wowed by new Asda arrivals, including the 'perfect holiday co-ord' Shoppers have praised Asda's chic summer sets, one of which is on sale for less than £140. Other happy customers have shared their delight on the . The set, made from corrosion-resistant galvanised steel and weather resistant textoline seating material, comprises a sofa, two arm chairs and a glass-topped coffee table - perfect for sun or cloud bathing. 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.
