Yes, it’s getting cold out there and the thought of working in the garden is a lot less appealing than curling up with a blanket and cuppa in front to the telly but there’s still work in the garden to be done so swap the duvet for wellies this weekend, you’ll thanks us later!

Before the weather gets too wild in this autumn, it’s the perfect time to prepare your garden for autumn and the oncoming winter by getting round to those niggling DIY jobs you have at the bottom of your to-do list. If you don’t have a list yet (lucky you), use our guide to the top autumn DIY jobs as your checklist.

Check Decking for Signs of Decay

Any rot and mould you spy on your decking will become worse over the winter months if it’s not dealt with before the weather turns. If it’s left over the winter, not only will your decking become hazardous when you try to use it in the summer but, it’ll also cost you more in repairs. Replacing a few decking boards now will save you having to replace the whole deck once the mould spreads.

Check your decking and act now if you find any signs of decay. Replace any decking boards that have succumb to rot and, try to remove as much mould as possible but don’t be afraid to replace these sections if you need to.

With eDecks’ unbeatable prices on decking supplies, repairing a deck has never been more affordable. Shop the range here today.

Repair Your Shed Roof

Don’t get caught out by a leaky shed roof this winter! Repairing water damage isn’t just time consuming, it’s also expensive. Very expensive!

Dig out your ladder and spend an afternoon inspecting your shed roof. The key warning signs that show your roof needs to be repaired are: loose shingles and roofing boards, cracks appearing in your shed roof particularly around the nail area and of course, any water leaking through the roof when it rains. While you’re up there, it’s a good idea to check your roofing felt for wear and tear.

If you spot any problems, the best way to repair your shed’s roof is to replace the board or single as trying to patch it up can leave you with more repair jobs further down the line. eDecks’ discounts on shed roofing materials means that you can stock up on high quality shed roofing materials without having to spend a fortune.

Scrub the Potting Shed

Your potting shed; your sanctuary in this busy old world we live in. Keep it that way by showing it some TLC. Pick up your bucket, don your work clothes and get scrubbing because your shed will contain bacteria that has been brought in from your garden tools and could multiply over the winter months. If you don’t get rid of these pathogens you could risk passing them onto your blooms when you go to use your garden tools next summer.

Use a good disinfectant and warm water to give the floors a good wash and, don’t forget to give your shelves and walls a scrub too. Don’t undo all your hard work by putting dirty tools back in your shed; give them a wash to get rid of any lingering dirt and bacteria first.

Secure Greenhouse Panels

If your greenhouse has loose panels now the time the winds pick up in the winter they’ll be flying across your neighbour’s garden! If you can, prevent impending disaster by checking the sealant around the panes to make sure it’s secure.

If any of the seal is peeling away, remove it and replace with a nice fresh, secure layer.

Not you’ve got the checklist for top DIY jobs to keep you busy in September, pick-up all the gardening supplies you need at eDecks. We have everything you need to prepare your garden for the winter at fantastic discounted prices online today. Browse our range now.

Vertical gardens or wall gardens, are perfect for small garden owners who want to brighten up their small garden. Vertical gardens are easy to build and they allow you to use every inch of available space in your garden to grow beautiful blooms. Looking for some inspiration? You’re in luck! If you want to create your own vertical garden at home, try one of these stunning ideas:

1. Try Fan Trellis

If your garden is especially small, the compact fan trellis will give you maximum impact using minimum space. Adding a fan trellis will instantly transform your home into a country cottage even if the closest thing you have to the countryside is a tree at the end of the road! Add one to either side of your door to create a welcoming entrance for friends and family.

When you buy your fan trellis from eDecks, it will be manufactured from pressure treated timber that’s resistant to rot and decay to ensure your trellis will look great all year round.

2. Transform Trellis Fencing

It may look like ordinary trellis fencing but secure it to the side of your house, add a few climbing plants and it’s transformed into a cheap and easy DIY vertical garden!

An advantage of using trellis fencing to create a vertical garden is that it comes in a range of styles, prices and sizes; whether you’re on a tight budget or you’re splashing out on a full garden makeover, you can find the trellis fencing you need at a price you love especially when you shop online at eDecks.

3. Make Your Own Wire Frame

Feeling crafty? Why not create your own DIY wall garden? If you’re ordering your timber from eDecks, tell us what sizes you need and we’ll make sure that it’s pre-cut to size to save you time and effort.

To make a wire frame for a vertical garden, all you need is:

• 2 x equal shorter lengths of planned timber (size dependent on the size of your wall).
• 2 x equal shorter lengths of planned timber (size dependent on the size of your wall).
• Galvanised wire mesh (use the lengths of timber as a size guide to the width and height required).
• Power drill.
• Nails.
• Galvanised staples.
• Hammer.
• Protective timber treatment (optional).

When you’re ready to start your vertical garden DIY project, follow these 5 easy steps:

1. Mark on the timber where you want to join the planks together.
2. Pre-drill the holes for the nails before you insert the nails to prevent the timber splitting.
3. Nail the planks together to build a sturdy frame for your wall garden.
4. Add an optional protective coat of timber treatment to your frame.
5. Once your frame has dried, stretch the wire mesh across the wooden frame and secure in place with the galvanised staples.

Now you’ve built your DIY vertical garden you can use it as a frame for climbing plants or as a space to hang potted plants from.

4. Try a Fun Ladder Planter

How about this quirky idea for a vertical garden? A vertical ladder planter! If you have an old wooden ladder lying around give it a new lease of life by transforming it into a vertical planter.

All you need to do is sand the timber and add a bright coat of paint or a classic timber stain. If you want you can make shelves by adding plywood (or thicker timber planks if you’ll need sturdier shelves) across the steps. We recommend nailing these in place to prevent your shelves from blowing away during the winter.

Once your decorative ladder planter is ready to go, add bright potted plants on the shelves or use the higher shelves as a ledge for hanging plants.

When can’t wait to see which of our vertical garden design ideas you use! Post your pictures onto our Facebook account today.

If you’re planning a vertical garden DIY project, visit eDecks today to find all the supplies you need at great discounted prices when you shop online.