This DIY outdoor plant shelf is a simple building project. Made from 2×4 lumber, you can build it in hour. Dress it up with burlap fabric and display your houseplants or flowering annuals outdoors on … [Read more...]
Vertical Gardening
DIY Raised Garden Bed with Built-in Privacy Wall
This DIY project combines a large, raised garden bed with a privacy wall to block out your neighbor's view of your garden while providing a good size growing space. I have provided plans for building … [Read more...]
How to Build a Simple Staircase Plant Stand
This staircase plant stand is inexpensive, easy-to-build, provides a lot of vertical growing space, and works both in the home and garden. For more easy building projects also see 32 DIY Wood … [Read more...]
How to Build a Wooden Garden Obelisk (Step-by-Step)
Use these step-by-step instructions to build a garden obelisk from wood. It's strong and easily support climbing vines and looks great painted and used as backyard decor. This project is suited to … [Read more...]
Grow a Sweet Pea Garden Arch
These instructions for growing a sweet pea garden arch are from the book, Gardening on a Shoestring: 100 Fun Upcycled Garden Projects by Alex Mitchell. Grab some sweet pea seeds and willow … [Read more...]
30 Arbor, Trellis, & Obelisk Ideas for Home Gardens
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...]
Turn a Shoe Organizer Into a Flower Vertical Planter
Use a hanging shoe organizer to create a flower planter perfect for patio walls or a shed roof. It’s a beautiful way to add a splash of color to your summer garden. For more ideas, see 40 … [Read more...]