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Garden project instructions and ideas for items including trellis, greenhouses, raised beds, flower planters, privacy walls, and more.

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How to Create a Pollinator-Friendly Container Garden

Published on November 15, 2023Last updated September 3, 2024 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Creating a pollinator garden in a repurposed trashcan.

Create a pollinator garden in a container using a repurposed trashcan and native flowering plants. No matter the size or location, there are ways to beautify your space and support the local … [Read more...]

DIY Raised Garden Bed with Privacy Fence

Published on November 2, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Raised garden bed with built-in privacy wall.

Create a secluded space with this combination raised bed and privacy fence. Using standard lumber sizes, itโ€™s an easy-to-assemble DIY project. You can also see privacy fence ideas here with all … [Read more...]

How to Make Garden Art Flowers from Dishes

Published on October 2, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Materials for making dish flowers.

Use these step-by-step instructions to turn old glass dishes and plates into beautiful garden art flowers. We have included tips for drilling holes in plates to provide more options for assembling … [Read more...]

How to Protect Nesting Boxes With a DIY Predator Block

Published on September 11, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Wren nesting box with predator block at entry hole.

By adding a simple predator guard to bird nesting boxes you can stop animals like racoons, snakes, squirrels, and other bird species from raiding the nest. For free plants see Free Wren Nesting Box … [Read more...]

How to Remove Marker From Plastic

Published on June 17, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Removing marking pen from plastic plant tags.

Want to clean marking pen off plastic? We tested various household products on plastic plant tags to see which ones would remove both markings and stains created by Sharpies and more. If you are … [Read more...]

How to Make a Clay Pot Lighthouse

Published on June 5, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden art lighthouses made from clay pots.

These clay pot lighthouses are an easy craft project to make with kids and can be completed in an afternoon. A solar lamp on top makes them glow at nightโ€”itโ€™s very pretty! If you would like more … [Read more...]

DIY Hanging Flower Planter Using Shoebags

Published on June 5, 2023 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Shoebag planter over top of mini greenhouse.

Want a mini flower garden in an unusual location? This DIY planter is made from a hanging shoe organizer. It's a smart way to add a splash of living color to patio walls, a doghouse, or the top of a … [Read more...]

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