Brilliant Hacks To Transform Your Backyard On A Budget
Sprucing up the yard can be a pretty costly endeavor, not to mention time-consuming. But here’s the thing: it doesn’t have to be that way. There are plenty of creative hacks you can use in the garden that’ll save you both time and money. Think low-cost planting tips and budget garden decor that'll instantly transform any outdoor space. Ready to make your neighbors green with envy?
1. Make a “Living fence”
“What’s a living fence?” we hear you ask. Well, it’s a pretty cool decoration that’ll instantly transform your garden. All you need to do is plant a bushy shrub or tree in an available space. Then, while it’s growing, “train” the sapling to branch out into a jaw-dropping design. It’ll look incredible. And it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to create!
2. Create a “Rain Garden”
There’s nothing wrong with a bit of rain. It gives your grass a good watering! But too much can spell trouble, causing damage that’ll ultimately cost you money. To swerve that problem, pick a spot and make a ditch. “Fill [it] with perennial plants,” backyard specialist Pol Bishop told The Delite website. “Rainwater will flow toward that part of the garden and nurture the plants.”
3. DIY pillows and fabrics
If you’re struggling to think of ways to make your garden feel more vibey, why not DIY your own outdoor cushions? Find some colorful outdoor-friendly material from a second-hand store, or maybe you have an old picnic blanket or tablecloth lying around the house. Then, grab a few old pillows or cushions – or buy some at a thrift store — and use the material to create a new batch of covers for them. They’ll look great on your outdoor seating or piled up on your decking for a snug new hang-out space.
4. Get a backyard fire pit
Garden fire pits are awesome features to have, especially if you love entertaining outoors. And they’re not as pricey as you might think. You can even create one from scratch! Gravel and paving stones are fairly cheap to buy, and they’re perfect for the pit’s foundation once you’ve dug your hole. Then place the stones at an angle to line the walls of the hole. Overall, it’s a job that should only take a couple of days.
