If you’re lucky enough to have a private garden you can use at any time of the year, you will undoubtedly want to make sure it gets maintained so that you can enjoy it whenever you want and whatever the weather. However private has a caveat; wildlife. It is always best to install deer fencing to ensure that animals do not eat your bounty before you do.
The thing is, some people might have grand designs for their gardens, but they simply don’t have the budget to realise their dreams. If that sounds like you, don’t worry because there are some cost-effective ways to spruce up your garden. Check out these five examples:
1. Grow Plants From Seeds
If your garden looks a little lacklustre, but you can’t afford to spend hundreds of dollars on ready-grown flowering plants, why not grow them from seeds? You can choose any type of flower seeds or fruit and vegetable seeds and grow them in pots or raised beds.
You’ll also enjoy an enormous sense of satisfaction seeing your seeds turn into big, healthy plants that enhance the aesthetics of your garden. Plus, you’ll probably become the envy of your neighbours!
2. Invest in a New Table and Chairs
Another low-cost way to improve the look of your garden, and make enjoying it more comfortable, is to invest in some outdoor furniture. Did you know that you can pick up a table and chair set relatively cheaply these days?
If you prefer not to buy anything new, there are plenty of secondhand options available online to buy. Also, you could even buy a set of metal table and chairs to restore if you’re a keen DIYer.
3. Create a Border Flower Bed
When your plants become too big for your pots, you’ll need to transfer them to a more permanent base. A raised flower bed is often the best solution, and it’s something you should consider. What’s more, a flower bed that borders your fencing won’t cost much to do.
For example, you could create a simple border separated by a line of stones or pebbles. You may even know someone that’s getting rid of some old house bricks; you can use those to create a division between your flower bed and your lawn.
4. Use Big Containers if There’s No Lawn
Some folks will have an outdoor space to themselves, but they might not have a lawn they can separate and use for growing things. What can you do if all you’ve got to work with is a concrete floor?
The answer is simple: invest in some big containers to grow some beautiful flowers. Make sure you water your plants regularly and check there is suitable drainage in each container. Get some containers in different sizes to mix things up a little.
5. Paint Your Fence Panels
Lastly, if you’ve got some fence panels in your garden made out of wood or metal, consider painting them a bold or vibrant colour. It might shock you to discover how much the simple act of painting some fence panels can transform your garden.
Want to know a secret? Black fence panels can make a garden more magical, as the colour makes the fence less of an eyesore and ensures the focal point sticks with any plants and flowers that border the fencing.
