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How to Build a Staircase Plant Stand (Beginner Project)

Published on August 3, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Wooden staircase stand used to hold potted plants.

This staircase plant stand is inexpensive, easy-to-build, provides a lot of vertical growing space, and works both in the home and garden. Made from ready-made stringers from a home improvement store, … [Read more...]

How to Make a Fence Taller for Better Privacy

Published on June 28, 2020Last updated October 13, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Freestanding tall trellis acting as a privacy screen.

If you want to make a fence taller for privacy, these fence extension ideas will help. There are several ways to add height to an existing fence and block your neighbors from peering into your … [Read more...]

How to Build a Wooden Garden Obelisk (Step-by-Step)

Published on June 16, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Homemade blue painted garden obelisks.

Use these free plans to build a garden obelisk from wood. Painted in a bold colour, they are both a garden accent and perfect for supporting climbing vines. We have more afternoon projects for … [Read more...]

How to Make Wooden Tomato Cages (Free Plans)

Published on May 25, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Homemade tomato cage for supporting tomato plants.

This DIY tomato cage is easy to build and provides excellent support for growing tomato vines while preventing the tender stems from breaking. They are a budget-friendly alternative to metal and … [Read more...]

30 Arbor, Trellis, & Obelisk Ideas for Home Gardens

Published on April 19, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Arbor in rose garden.

These arbor and trellis ideas show ways to grow plants, add privacy, and provide overhead shade in your garden or patio. Rose arbors are the classic choice, but there are many other planting options … [Read more...]

How to Choose the Best Wood for Raised Garden Beds

Published on April 12, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Wooden raised garden bed.

Want to know the best wood for raised garden beds? Raised beds are garden containers, commonly made from wood, and the type of wood we use will determine how long-lasting, safe, and sustainable they … [Read more...]

12 Creative Garden Obelisk Ideas

Published on August 15, 2018Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Two painted obelisks in garden.

Garden obelisks are tall structures with pyramid tops used as garden décor and plant supports. These photos come from home gardens and show a variety of DIY structures from rustic to classic. For … [Read more...]

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