Garden Parasols Blog

Rather than panic about the recent drought and water restrictions, it has been suggested that garden lovers should revisit what it means to garden in a Mediterranean climate. This is one where the weather pattern is characterised by long hot dry summers, short cold wet winters and relatively brief periods of spring and autumn. This can be achieved by careful management of the garden and the introduction of items like parasols to provide shade.

Bambrella Parasol Shade

 Efficient Watering

Make sure that any watering is efficient and effective. Even water wise, climate compatible plants may need to be watered for the first year or two until they get established.

A drip fed irrigation system is often the simplest and most effective way of ensuring the roots get adequate water without scorching the leaves.

Using shade is a simple way to control the amount of sunlight and heat into your garden. This can directly affect the amount of watering required by garden plants.

Creating Shade in the Garden

Natural shade in form of structures or trees is present in many gardens but some south facing properties may need additional shade to protect either vulnerable plants or create a safe space in which to sit out and enjoy the garden without fear of skin damage.

Use a garden shade screen to keep the hot sun from damaging tender crops in the garden.
Although plants love the sun, sometimes the heat from the sun's rays wilts the plants so quickly they die. Through the use of a garden shade screen, the plants have relief from the harsh rays and enjoy a reprieve. Another way of achieving shade in the garden is by constructing features such as pergolas, arches and tunnels, and choosing climbing plants to grow over them.

Cantilever Parasol - Roma 3M Square

Ideal Garden Shades

Umbrellas, shade cloth and sails are all effective means of providing shade. Hanging parasols suit a garden which perhaps does not have room for one with a conventional base and pole as it can be fixed to a wall or the post tucked out of the way to the side.

Tilting/angled or garden cantilever parasols, are a good way to achieve mobile shade for different parts of your garden throughout the day. Some parasols are now available with fully UV repellent canopies, which is good news for those with sensitive skin.

By implementing simple changes in our gardens, even the hottest and sunniest areas can be transformed from a dusty, arid landscape into a thriving oasis which can be safely enjoyed by everyone.

Cantilever Parasol - Junior Roma 2.75M

This is the latest and greatest cantilever parasol that's recently been added to the range. These types of garden parasols are simple to use and double up as the perfect sun shade and provide shelter in any short-lived light rain.

Junior Roma 2.75M Cantilever Parasol

This particular Roma style parasol gives the ultimate coverage yet provides you with great value for money. The canopy gives a very generous shade area with a 2.75M square spread.

You can use this parasol in many locations around the garden, the patio being the obvious choice, because it gives you flexibility with a 360 degree rotation. You can also choose the perfect canopy shade colour to suit your style choice: Dark Green, Grey or Beige.

The canopy material itself comes in a high grade polyester 300g/m2, has vents for additional air, and is resistant to rotting. The parasol canopy has an easy open/close system, a locking handle device, so anyone can operate it. A superb parasol choice.

Cantilever Parasol - Junior Roma 3M

Junior Roma 3M Cantilever Parasol

This is the larger brother to the 2.75M cantilever parasol and gives that little bit of additional shade.

The flexibility of this parasol is one of the reasons that you should consider it. The larger shade area doesn't come at a vastly increased price either.

Again, in keeping with the Roma Parasol Range, you can choose from three elegant colours: Dark Green, Grey or Beige.

Using the cantilever parasol is really easy. It again pivots through 360 degrees and comes with a simple handle that operates the tilting function.

Impress your friends with a high quality choice of quality garden parasols from the luxury Roma Cantilever Parasol Range.

Bamboo Wood Parasol - Bamberella 3.5M Rectangular

Bambrella Parasol 3.5M Rectangular

Wooden garden parasols are always popular and with good reason.

The 3.5M Bambrella has smooth lines and a really classic look.

Most importantly, it's sturdy while being durable and will give you many years of pleasure.

The materials used in the parasol make it a great choice when a hard-wearing, frequently used parasol is needed. Perhaps for a larger gathering or commercial use.

The Bambrella Parasol highlights include:

Wind resistant - weather proof - fade resistant - FSC wood - replaceable spars.

There's also the option of a weather cover that will extend the life of your parasol investment.

Altogether this high quality garden parasol is a superb choice wherever it's needed.