Budget-friendly DIY projects for a better garden

Gardens have become popular venues for home improvement projects especially after the pandemic hit. They were worthwhile hobbies to keep people busy as they took shelter at home. Especially for those who grew herbs, fruits, and vegetables, their gardens were solutions to the challenge of food security when the lockdowns of 2020 forced many food industries to minimize or stop production.

It’s been two years since the pandemic hit so it’s about time you made some improvements to your garden. Even with a tight budget, you can still give your garden a good makeover through these easy DIY projects.

Test thy green thumb

If you’re planning to start a garden of your own only now, then you can start with one or two plants. Choose from a variety of plants that even beginners can grow successfully like sunflowers, Mexican orange blossoms, or radishes. Research on the requirements of your new garden plants to ensure that they thrive under your care. When your green thumb finally emerges, you can add more plants to your garden menagerie.

Container gardening: The great space saver

Growing plants isn’t entirely out of the question for those with limited space in their garden. Container gardening is a great solution for households with smaller outdoor spaces. A reminder, though: pots have a tendency to restrict root growth. Seeds planted in these containers can only grow up to a certain size. That said, make sure the size of the pot will fit the plant you intend to grow.

Turn old furniture into new planters

Decorative pots and planters can collectively cost a pretty penny. Thankfully, there are interesting alternatives available to you – some of which may have been gathering dust in your attic or garage over the years. Old furniture can be transformed into containers for your plants. Used plastic containers, broken Tupperware, and even dressers can be upcycled into colorful accent pieces in a rustic garden. Even old tires can be repurposed and transformed into colorful and sturdy flower pots! There’s simply no limit to the creative things you can do with stuff lying around your house.

Grow herbs and vegetables

If you want to make your garden not only aesthetically pleasing but also practical, growing vegetables and herbs is an affordable DIY idea whose time has come. Imagine doing away with constant grocery or market runs because you have fresh produce growing in your own garden. Start with something simple and easy to care for like chilis then work your way to lettuce, cabbage, and basil from there.

Transform the space with lights

Decking the garden with lights has several advantages:

• The family can enjoy their outdoor space even at night!
• A lighted garden deters trespassers from entering your property, especially since they have limited shade to hide in.
• A standard garden during the day transforms into an illuminated wonderland in the evenings, thanks to properly placed lights.

Gardens make for great DIY projects because with minimal effort and less stress on your pockets, you can have a dwelling with curb appeal that can make any buyer stand up and notice. Our budget-friendly garden makeover advice is just one of the great home tips that Coldwell Banker Cascade Real Estate can provide for your property in Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Lake Chelan, and Cashmere. Reach out to the team today at 509.888.8887 or send an email to info(at)cbcascade(dotted)com to schedule your consultation.