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25 Garden Fence Decoration Ideas to Dress Up Your Yard

Published on July 2, 2023 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden art on fence including old window with shutters and funny face.

Explore these garden fence decorations to get ideas for your outdoor space. Transform a plain fence and dress up your yard with creative wall hangings, art, and repurposed décor. Want more privacy? … [Read more...]

14 Creative Tree Stump Ideas for Backyard Gardens

Published on June 2, 2023 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Tree stump in garden decorated with garden art.

What can you do with a large tree stump after removing an old tree? Have a look at these creative ideas for converting tree stumps into garden planters, play places, garden art, birdfeeders, and more. … [Read more...]

Backyard Ponds With Bridges (Pics From Home Gardens)

Published on March 3, 2023 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Bright red bridge over backyard garden pond with purple irises.

Come along as we look at examples of backyard garden ponds with bridges. These pictures come from home gardens and include both DIY and store-bought styles. If you're ready to install a pond, this … [Read more...]

7 Giant & Over-Sized Garden Art & Décor Ideas

Published on July 5, 2022 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Giant flower urn, giant bird nest, giant agave plants in bathtub.

You can create a big statement in the garden with giant or over-sized garden art, décor, and plants. Huge flower urns, big sculptures, and massive sunflowers all work wonders. If you like to DIY … [Read more...]

Garden Benches: 17 Creative & Rustic Ideas

Published on June 22, 2022 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Creative garden benches in the garden.

This idea gallery features a variety of garden benches including classic, creative, and rustic styles, perfect as a focal point to display flower pots and garden art in your outdoor space. If you … [Read more...]

38 Blue Garden Accent Ideas: Art, Decor, & Flowers

Published on June 10, 2022 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Blue-themed garden decor including plates, cushions, art, and doors.

A simple way to give a garden a lovely, unified look is to pick a color theme and repeat it throughout the space. The gardens shown here use blue accents to create focal points with decor, garden art, … [Read more...]

12 Creative Wheelbarrow Planter Ideas

Published on May 11, 2022 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Vintage wheelbarrow with vines and purple flowers.

Use these tips and ideas to turn a wheelbarrow into a creative garden planter. Whether it's wood or metal, old wheelbarrows are perfect for displaying colorful annuals, trailing vines, creating mini … [Read more...]

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