Best Backyard Ideas

12/04/2021

09/03/2021

Grow a Straw Bale Garden
No raised beds or lousy soil? Grow veggies in straw bales, which you can use for a season or two and then compost.

09/03/2021

Camp Out Under the Stars
This summer just begs for a campout, and why not in your own backyard? It's inexpensive and easy! Map out a designated corner, roll out your sleeping bags, set the mood with string lights, and gather around the fire pit for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. Even the grownups will have fun with this idea!

09/03/2021

Recycle Vintage Tins
Trade your go-to terracotta pots and deck your front porch out in a much more original alternative—old potato chip tins. Scour spots like Etsy and eBay to complete your collection, then pot your favorite blooms for the best porch-worthy touch.

09/03/2021

Add Adirondack Chairs
When it comes to lounging around, there's no better place to do it than in an Adirondack chair. That might be why we instantly equate the timeless accessory with summertime. Fill your patio or backyard up with multiple chairs, add some cozy blankets, and you'll be crowned the hostess of the year in no time.

04/03/2021

Hang a Tree Swing
A tree swing just says summertime! Watch how often you'll want to swing on it yourself!

04/03/2021

Welcome Hummingbirds to Your Garden
We promise: It's so worth it! These little gems will make you smile as the zoom by and perform amazing aerial acrobatics! They beat their wings 50 times per minute and need to eat every 10 to 15 minutes, so providing them with a feeder helps supplement their diets.

Choose a feeder that's easy to clean (you'll need to take it apart and wash it well every few days because dangerous mold and bacteria can grow). Make your own nectar with 1/4 cup plain white sugar and one cup boiling water. There's no need to add red dye, which can harm the birds. Don't use honey or any other kinds of sugar, which contain too much iron. Cool the nectar, then fill your feeder, and wait for the show to begin.

04/03/2021

Install a Fire Pit
Heat things up this summer with a fire pit—either one you DIY or purchase. And don't forget to stock up on tons of s'mores fixings!

24/02/2021

Build a DIY Window Box
Why spend all that money on window boxes when they're not difficult to make? These pretty boxes offer a simple, elegant look for any style house.

24/02/2021

Upcycle Unique Containers
If your favorite gardening wellies have sprung a leak, don't toss them! Turn them into cute planters that fit well on the steps to your deck or by a sunny back door. This is also a sweet way to upcycle your child's old wellies that have been outgrown.

24/02/2021

Update with Pops of Bright Color
Take your backyard from bland to bright! Dress up your deck, patio or balcony with a simple display of colorful pots and birdhouses. Choose vibrantly-colored flowers that complement the color of the pots. Use acrylic craft paints or spray paint to make inexpensive clay pots any color you like.

24/02/2021

24/02/2021