Tag: crack
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Garden shed tax hits homeowners as councils crack down
More homeowners are facing unexpected council tax bills as local councils crack down on garden sheds converted into living spaces. If you’re thinking to buy garden sheds or already own one, it’s important to understand how certain outbuildings with kitchens or bathrooms could be taxed separately. This growing enforcement reflects councils’ efforts to make sure…
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I grew lettuce in my ‘crack garden’ using advice from Monty Don
Inspired by Monty Don’s tips for softening hard landscaping, I decided to try turning my block paving into a mini edible garden. With nothing but a few gaps in the patio, some compost and lettuce seeds, I followed his steps for planting into cracks. But after a few weeks of my new garden design trend…