You probably read the title of this article and are thinking. ‘yeah right’ in a slightly mocking manner; and we don’t blame you. However, we are happy to announce that the information in this short blog can empower you to create an eye-catching garden for next to nothing!
Garden furniture
Old wooden pallets cost nothing and this raw material can be transformed into cool garden furniture’ check out the amazing videos on YouTube and you can get stuck in! You can weave an amazing hammock using strips of old bedsheets and even create hanging chairs using recycled materials. Imagine the satisfaction that comes with using old stuff to make a dream garden! Any old timber can be used to make garden furniture, you are only limited by your imagination.
Vertical gardens
Using old netting, you can cover a bare wall with an attractive vertical display; just buy plant pots online and choose creeper species that can be trained. For complete instructions, Google is your best friend and the hardest part of the project is finding the materials!
Grass seed
Rather than paying a landscaper to turf the law, simply prepare the ground and seed the area. Regular watering and avoiding walking on it should see a nice green blanket emerge; there is an art to spreading grass seed and if not careful, you have bare patches. Done properly, you should end up with a lush green pawn and you can great straight edges as a finishing touch.
Crazy paving
Ideal for the patio and pathways, buy some rubble and have it delivered to the driveway and you can sort through it and prepare the ground. Broken pavers cost next to nothing and if you are able-bodied and have the right tools, you can create a terrace in a few days. Take your time collecting the rubble and don’t start the project until you have the required amount.
Plant cuttings
You don’t have to go to a nursery for your flora and fauna, ask friends if you can take cuttings of plants in their garden and raise the shoots in pots until they are ready for planting. Check out a few articles online that explain how to take cuttings and using chemicals, the shoot will grow roots, then you can plant in a suitable location.
LED strip lighting
These are cheap and come in a range of colors and with a bit of wiring, you can transform your garden when the sun goes down. Floor level lighting really makes a difference and you could invest in solar powered garden lights that do not require a power cable.
To conclude, if you are careful and creative, you can create a stunning outdoor living space for very little money. The Internet hosts a wealth of information to help you on the project and you can use your handyman skills to create a dream garden.
