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The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers race to Asda as bargain flamingo trees are on sale – they grow super fast & add instant privacy to your garden
GARDEN lovers are rushing to Asda to snap up flamingo trees that will add instant privacy to your garden. With summer now upon us, and the Met Office predicting glorious days ahead, many of us are likely planning to spend lots of time relaxing in the garden. 2 However, there's nothing worse than sitting outside with a glass of wine and a good book, only to realise that your nosy neighbour is peeking at you over the fence. Putting up a large fence around your garden may seem like the obvious choice to keep away prying eyes, but this can be expensive - and can sometimes lead to disagreements with neighbours. For a simple solution, flamingo trees grow tall and quickly, meaning that they will easily shroud your garden from prying eyes. Salix trees, which are more commonly known as flamingo tree s are native to the UK and are popular due to their bright pink foliage, which is a similar shade to the flamboyant birds they are named after. This makes them perfect for adding a splash of colour to your garden, whilst also ensuring your outdoor space is shrouded from prying eyes. Eagle-eyed shoppers recently spotted the elegant trees on sale at Asda. One garden lover, posting in the Extreme Bargains UK Facebook group said: "Salix Flamingo Trees are £13 At Asda." Alongside the post, the shopper shared a picture of the puffy pink trees on display at the popular supermarket. Flamingo tree fans raced to the comments section of the post, to share their delight at the discovery. One person said: "I bought one a couple of years ago it is still looking good every year." Gardening fans are going wild for Salix Flamingo Trees which are being flogged for bargain prices and will totally transform your garden in minutes A second person said: "I bought three this year!" A third person, tagging a friend said: "These are the ones I was on about." And Asda isnt' the only store that's stocking flamingo trees this summer. Hawk-eyed bargain hunters recently spotted the sought-after plants on sale at B&M for just £10. How to create privacy in your garden CREATING privacy in your garden can be achieved in a number of ways depending on your budget, and the size of your space. Here are some effective ways to enhance privacy in your garden: 1. Fencing Install a tall, solid wooden or vinyl fence. This is one of the most straightforward ways to gain immediate privacy. Or use lattice panels, trellis, or slatted fencing to add a decorative touch while still offering privacy. 2. Hedges and Plants Fast-growing evergreen shrubs or trees like Leylandii, Thuja, or Bamboo along the boundary of your garden can help with privacy. Grow a dense hedge using plants like Boxwood, Privet, or Laurel. It may take time to grow, but it provides a natural and green privacy screen. Use climbers like Ivy, Clematis, or Wisteria on fences or trellises to create a lush, green privacy barrier. 3. Outdoor Curtains Hang outdoor curtains around pergolas, gazebos, or patios for an easy-to-adjust privacy solution. 4. Sound Barriers A water fountain or small waterfall can help drown out noise, adding to the sense of privacy. Or install fencing designed to reduce noise if privacy from sound is also a concern. People couldn't believe their eyes after a fellow Flamingo Tree fan let everyone know in a Facebook group, Bargain Lovers, they were being sold for the cheapest price yet. Delighted users started commenting and tagging their friends in. One person wrote: "That's a great price they are lovely shrubs so pretty." Meanwhile, another added: "Love these, £10, right bargain." And The Range is currently selling the trees for the slightly pricier cost of £14.99. The chain advised shoppers via a Facebook post: "Flock to stores before these fly away!" Delighted users swarmed the post with one person writing "I love these" and another adding "I need these for my garden". 2
The Sun
07-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Lidl is launching incredibly lifelike £17 buy that instantly transforms your home into a Mediterranean haven
SHOPPERS are running to Lidl to snap up a lifelike £17 plant that will give homes a major Mediterranean boost. So if you're looking to give your indoor space a cheap spruce up in time for summer, you've come to the right place. 3 3 The supermarket is scanning an eye-catching olive tree for just £16.99. The potted item stands up at between 95 and 105cm. Bargain hunters are also sure to be hooked in by the supermarket's stunning Mediterranean Citrus Plants. There are two options of the Citrus Plants to choose from, one of which will add colour and style to your space in an instant. They will be priced at just £9.99, which we think is a real steal. Not only do they look great, but they are sure to bring a sense of the Mediterranean into your garden too, leaving your eagle-eyed neighbours open-mouthed. So if you can't afford to jet abroad this summer, and want to transform your garden whilst staying on a budget, then this is just the thing for you. In addition to the Mediterranean Citrus Plants, those green-fingered shoppers will also be overjoyed to see a large selection of bright bulbs. DO OLIVE TREES GROW WELL IN THE UK? Yes, olive trees can grow well in the UK, but they need some care. Sunlight and shelter Olive trees do best in a sunny, sheltered location. They can tolerate intense sunlight and drought. However, they can struggle in extreme cold and high winds. Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel Watering Water potted olive trees regularly from mid-March to late October. Water until water comes out of the bottom of the pot. In hot, dry weather, you may need to water more. Reduce watering for younger trees, and stop watering established trees in the winter. Drainage Ensure your tree has adequate drainage. Pruning Prune the tree back each year to encourage good leaf growth. Winter care Wrap your tree over winter to keep the harsh wind out. Give your tree some extra protection if there are intense cold snaps forecast. Fruiting Olive trees need at least three months a year of cold weather to flower and fruit. Temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius, along with a fluctuation in night and daytime temperatures initiate the fruiting process. BEST GARDEN BUYS Olive trees aren't the only way you can spruce up your garden - there are a range of "Plant picks" available from Lidl from tomorrow. You can get hold of a Fig Tree for £14.99 or £11.99 if you're shopping in-store. To add a little pizazz to your dinner table, a Large Mixed Bouquet of flowers is on offer for just £5.99. If Lidl isn't your local and the little ones need entertaining, parents can pick up a Bayswood Insect Hous e for £8 from Tesco. The adorable bug house has different-sized holes to appeal to different insects and act as the perfect place for garden critters. The little lamps light up when the sun sets and come in a pack of three. For those who want to "bring a touch of whimsy to their garden," Sainsbury's is selling a Metal Mushroom stake Light for a fiver. Top gardening trends of 2025 Gardening experts at Barnsdale Gardens has shared the top gardening trends of 2025. Matrix planting It seems that a top planting trend for this year is going to be Matrix Planting. In essence, planting in groups or blocks to give an effect of being wild whilst actually being carefully managed. Selection of the plants is essential, to give year-round interest either with flowers, seed heads or frosted/snowy spent flower heads. Some recommend using plants that seed around, but this could make managing your matrix planting harder to keep under control. Chrysanthemum comeback I hope that the humble Chrysanthemum makes as much of a comeback this year as Dahlias have over recent years, because the simple single flowered types, such as 'Innocence' and 'Cottage Apricot' would be spectacular within a matrix scheme. The hardy varieties are so easy to grow in a sunny spot and give such a valuable burst of late summer and autumn colour that would lift any dull- looking border. Blended borders For some time now we have been promoting the growing of veg within ornamental borders and I think this could really take off this year. The choice of ornamental-looking varieties available in seed catalogues is phenomenal and, if managed correctly, visitors to your garden will not even realise that you have veg growing! Must-have tool My secret is out. I discovered the Hori Hori a couple of years ago and now it seems so is everyone else. It is such a well-made, adaptable tool that can be used as a trowel or weeding tool in the garden that and everyone I speak to who have used it absolutely would not now be without it. Enough said!
