Preparing Your Garden For Autumn

Start with maintenance

Before autumn leaves pile up, it's wise to tidy up your garden. Remove fallen leaves, prune dead flowers, and weed the garden. A neat garden not only looks beautiful but also prevents the spread of mould and pests.

Tip: Did you know that hedgehogs like to shelter between fallen leaves? Leave a pile of leaves in a corner of your garden to provide shelter for your these cute spiky neighbours.

Attention to plants

As temperatures drop, your plants will need some extra care. Protect frost-sensitive plants with a layer of mulch to keep their roots warm. Pots containing vulnerable plants can be moved indoors or wrapped in bubble wrap to insulate them from the cold. This way, they'll be fully prepared for the declining temperatures.

Now is also the time to add autumn flowers to your garden. Chrysanthemums, asters, and autumn crocuses are beautiful choices that can brighten up your garden late into the season. These flowers not only look great but also attract butterflies and bees.

Weather-resistant garden furniture

Aluminium is the ideal material for outdoor use! This material doesn't rust and can stay outside all year round. With an aluminium frame, it is easy to move your  garden furniture to a different spot after the summer. Garden furniture made of aluminium is lightweight and easy to move. When combined with a tabletop made of materials like ceramic, your garden set becomes winterproof! Ceramic is robust and can withstand all weather conditions. Furthermore, both aluminium and ceramic are low-maintenance, requiring only occasional cleaning to keep your set looking beautiful! Teakwood is another weather-resistant material, perfect for a winter garden. However, it's essential to maintain your teakwood garden furniture to keep it looking its best.

Maintain your garden furniture

Your Life Outdoor Living furniture likely provided you with comfort throughout the summer. To ensure they remain in top condition during autumn, regular maintenance is essential. Maintaining your garden furniture is easy. Learn more about maintaining your garden furniture.

Stay warm in autumn with a throw blanket

Autumn often comes with sunny days when you'd like to sit outside with your cup of coffee or tea. However, the chilly wind can make you feel cold when you're sitting still. Draping a throw over your legs helps retain warmth, ensuring you stay cosy. A throw feels soft and adds extra ambiance and cosiness to your patio. Our throws aren't just practical; they're also a delightful addition to your outdoor space. The colours of our throws are coordinated with the colours of our garden cushions, so they always match our other garden furniture perfectly.

Warm accessories

Autumn is a season of cosiness. The best evenings are spent gathered around the warmth of a delightful fire. Enjoy the outdoors in autumn with a beautiful gas fire table or gas fireplace in your garden. If you prefer not to have an open fire but still want to stay warm outdoors, a heater can efficiently heat your patio. You can discreetly attach it to an awning or a wall, or choose a freestanding model to keep you comfortably warm late into the night. Even if you spend most of your time indoors during the autumn, creating a warm atmosphere in your garden is a fantastic idea. For instance, add some atmospheric garden lighting. When you look outside, your garden will be beautifully lit, creating a cosy ambiance.

Protective covers for autumn

We believe it's essential to keep your garden furniture well-protected, especially during unfavourable weather. At Life, we offer various standard-sized protective covers in our collection. With a protective cover, your garden furniture stays in excellent condition, ensuring you can enjoy it for years to come!

• Extends the lifespan of your set
• Prevents stains and moisture spots
• Protection against all weather conditions