Garden Products

It is very difficult predicting delivery lead times for products that are being delivered straight from the factory to the customer's address (also known as Drop-Shipping).  This is partiularly the case with more distant delivery addresses.

Forest Garden are no exception. They do try to deliver as many items as possible using their own delivery service. However, while they deliver to most mainland UK addresses, some areas will experience an  extended delivery time. This is because Forest Gardens  have to use third-party transport for more remote areas from their Worcestershire base.

The following Post Codes are liable to experience an extra 7 working days for their delivery:

BN1-BN3, BN5-BN18, BN20-BN27, B41-BN45, BR8, CB1-CB4, CB6-CB8, CO1-CO16, CT1-CT21, EX1- EX24, EX31-EX39, GU6, GU28, IP1-IP33, ME1-ME20, NR1-NR35, NE1-NE8, NE12-NE13, NE15, NE18-NE20, NE22-NE35, NE48, NE61-NE71, PE14-PE38, PE38, PL21-PL29, 

RH6-RH20, TN1-TN40, TQ!-TQ14,

Winterproofing your shed

Position your shed in the best location in your Garden.... sounds strange and it might be too late. However, you can consider moving a smaller building away from tree and overhanging foliage. Sheds also benefit from being on drier ground, don't leave it in the garden corner where the sun never shines

Raise your shed off the ground

At least 50mm above ground level, the shed needs to avoid pooled water. Either slabs, a concrete pad or Class 4 timbers - that is pressure treated posts, preferably 75mm x 75mm.  Once again this is a little risky if you have already bought and built your shed. 

Ventilation for your shed

Keep the

Planning and constructing your featheredge fence

This is not a definitive account on constructing a featheredge fence and assumes a moderate amount of DIY knowledge. When deciding on whether to DIY or employ a tradesman remember there will be a considerable amount of work involved during construction. However, these fences are flexible and create a sense of uniformity particularly in sloping gardens.

Featheredge panels or featheredge boards?

While featheredge panels are quick to install on level ground, they are not so quick and easy to install on irregular height gardens. You also need to consider whether the final design is intended primarily for appearance or privacy, for security or safety?

Low Level Fencing is sometimes required when your garden needs some screening but regular fence panels are just a little too tall.  Low Level Fencing can make a positive, attractive addition to your garden. Perfect for marking boundaries a low-level fence should also add to  the kerb appeal of your property.  So, what options do we have?

Fence Panels 6’ x 3’

Probably the quickest and easiest fencing solution, but a little old-hat. Choosing an “open” design – lattice or trellis - would help in many situations. If you do opt for low fence panels then secure your preferred posts and then include your preferred lattice, or Trellis, between them. The 6’ x 3’ lattice allows sunlight through the squares but remember to raise and secure the lattice slightly higher than the prevailing soil. Anything other than posts, treated for ground-use, is likely to start rotting away after 6-7 years.    

Pales

Well, time to look at another five fantastic garden products heading our way.

The first item is Hutton's DP1 Planter. This 1 metre long planter can be moved around the garden until a favourable position is identified.  

The Raised Vegetable Planter is next, ideal for keeping garlic, sage, mint and other herbs near to your back door.  (RVP shown above)  Provides more height and requires less bending and nurturing than a raised bed. Keep the vegetable planter near the back door and you can monitor progress. 

Next is the unusual shaped LHP - Large

Well, apparently Spring is “just” around the corner, and for good measure it is almost Easter. At Southern Timber we believe there is no point waiting for a heatwave in late June when everybody has stripped the shelves bare.  We have put together our top 10 products for the spring, summer and autumn. Incoming deliveries should be starting from Monday 25th. March 2024.   In no particular order:

Starting with the Children’s Round Picnic Table – seats about 4-6 youngsters, but don’t let the adults on!  The Wye Rectangular Picnic Table  measures in at about 1.8 metres  long and seats up to 6 adults. This Wye Picnic Bench, or Picnic Table, has been a top-seller for years.  

Another top seller has been the

DuraPost Guarantee

The DuraPost Guarantee gives you the peace of mind that the DuraPost fence post is guaranteed against structural failure due to corrosion for up to 25 years subject to normal maintenance and proper use.

Claiming

In the event of product structural failure due to corrosion, the product will be replaced free of charge provided that:

• None of the exclusions apply;
• You are able to provide evidence of the structural failure at a location related to a previously registered guarantee; structural failure is defined as the DuraPost fence post cracking due to corrosion resulting in the fence falling over;
• No alterations have been made to the product;
• The guarantee is registered on the DuraPost® website correctly with all details correctly submitted;

Namgrass Artificial Grasses

We selected Namgrass as our supplier of artificial grasses for several reasons. The first was price, their selection ranging from just over £10.50 plus VAT up to, and over, £25 plus VAT.  These prices relate to the Namgrass Haven and Namgrass Solis and are priced per square metre.

All grasses are normally available on 2 metre and 4 metre rolls and are “drop-shipped” from the factory direct to the installation addre

There are so many different Picnic style tables/benches we have tried to collect them here under the nearest generic description. Therefore if you are looking for a round garden table, for whatever reason, you will find them under Round Dining Table rather just Picnic table. It isn't perfect but might help you find the style of table you want. 

Commercial Dining Tables:

Commercial Rectangular Picnic Table (WYE) (H); Dartmoor Square Picnic Table (H); Large Circular Picnic Table (H)

Picnic Bench:

Log storage in the garden

When the colder months close in, the need for dry logs for the fire, or log burner, increases. However, finding a good quality, reasonably priced log store may need a little effort. Outdoor log storage solutions are a fantastic way of keeping wood dry in wet weather, avoiding piles of wood building up inside the home and they'll ensure the garden is kept tidy, too.

Siting your log store