Spring is here. We give you the ultimate way to spend the weekend with easy, colorful and exciting garden projects. For readers looking for inspiration. Garden Projects provides ideas and how to’s to transform your garden with high impact ideas that wow. It is full of tasks that range from multi-day projects like building a greenhouse or laying a brick pathway, to planters that take just an hour and can involve the kids. Learn how to turn a gourd into a bird feeder (yes, it’s true); put up a temporary awning to provide shade from searing summer heat; raise a fantastic crop of tomatoes or turn sycamore seeds into beautiful dragonflies. Our step-by-step guides, illustrated with fabulous pictures, will ensure readers’ success every time. For those who like to entertain, Garden Projects is a must as we give ideas for parties; attractive table settings for dining out and sumptuous seating areas and, of course, container projects to enhance the look. It has everything to help people and families enjoy their own home on their own or with friends.
DÉCOR PROJECTS • Easy crafts and ideas to adorn your backyard and turn it into a charming outdoor oasis.
Accessorize Your Garden • The options for creating unique, flea market-inspired outdoor spaces are limitless. Just tap into your imagination and learn to think outside the box (or bathtub!).
Delicate Bulb Vases • Here’s a bright idea! Don’t throw your spent light bulbs into the trash—turn them into unique garden accessories.
Pedal Pusher • Have an old bicycle collecting dust in the garage? Just a few simple steps will turn it into a work of art for your garden!
Labels to Love • Plant markers help us to decipher sage from cilantro in the garden, but they can also add a fun design element. So what are you waiting for? Go on, get crafty!
Winging Ways • Creating these vibrant, decorative dragonflies is a fun and super-easy craft to do with children of all ages.
Bold Bouquet • You can’t beat home-grown blooms, so show them off as a hand-tied arrangement with these expert tips. It’s easier than you think!
Concrete Pots • When used to make these minimalist planters, a simple bag of concrete mix can add some serious style to your garden (without making a serious dent in your wallet).
PLANT PROJECTS • We’ve got lots of recipes to help you create a truly unique and showstopping garden using salvaged and repurposed materials.
Creative Containers • Sure, flowerpots are fine, but there are so many more objects you can repurpose to make a unique garden display. Remember, if you can put dirt in it, you can plant in it!
Tropical Dream • If you want to bring an exotic splash to your garden, try this planting recipe, which promises to deliver months of vibrant color.
Medicinal Magic • If you prefer to look for natural remedies for minor ailments, try out this recipe for a beautiful home-grown first-aid box.
Vertical Planting • There are so many benefits to growing up! You can maximize garden space, add architectural detail, plants are easier to reach (no more bending down!), the list goes on and on…
Potted Post • Make a statement in your garden with this quick (and inexpensive) project that transforms a wood post into a plant holder that will be the centerpiece of your yard.
Garden Support • From trellises to obelisks to beanpoles and frames, there are so many ways to lend your prized plants a helping hand while adding character to your yard.
Tin Can Trellis • Keep your herbs close at hand, or add some color to a wall, with a trellis planter. In just a couple of hours, you’ll have an eye-catching and practical display.
Bloom Basket • A basket overflowing with colorful blossoms brings cheer wherever you display it. You can have our version hanging by your door...
