Boring Backyard? Six Simple, Budget-Friendly Ways to Spruce it Up
If you are tired of looking at the same old boring backyard, a little bit of creativity and a few extra dollars can go a long way into transforming your yard into someplace really special. Here are a few budget-friendly ideas to get your creative juices flowing.
Bird Friendly Accents
Birdbaths, birdhouses, and birdfeeders are affordable backyard accents that attract colorful birds to your yard. You might even pick up the hobby of birdwatching as a result of your backyard addition. You can find garden décor to fit any style of home at www.skystonemall.com.
Portable Water Features
It is easier than ever to add a portable water feature to your outdoor living space. You can select from cascading rock formation fountains, al fresco fountains, tiered fountains, ceramic pot fountains and others. Some come equipped with LED lighting to make it dramatic and visible at night.
Use Cinder Blocks Creatively
If you have some spare cinder blocks laying around the garage, they are great building blocks for different projects. By applying a few coats of your favorite color of paint, you can turn them into a flower box. Alternatively, by standing them up, you can use them as a coffee table. If you have several cinder blocks, you can create an impromptu couch using long pieces of wood and a few cushions.
Use Step Risers to Grow a Herb Garden
If you want to try your hand growing your own fresh herbs for cooking, a set of empty stair risers gives you the perfect platform to do it. Simply find window boxes that match the width of the stair risers, put them on top and then add soil and seeds. Give them the sun and water to grow, and you have a great new addition to your backyard and kitchen.
Re-purpose an Old Tree Stump into a Gnome Home
If you have an old tree stump in your yard that is an eyesore, just add a few decorations to it and you have a gnome home. Things you can easily attach include a handmade roof, window frames, a door and a few flowers. An actual garden gnome statue is another great touch.
Glow in the Dark Planters
Turn your garden planters into luminous pieces of art by spraying the outside of them with glow in the dark paint. When the sun goes down, you have cool night lights. This is a great addition to have you entertain guests outdoors in the evening.
These are just a few ideas to get you started. Transforming your backyard into a personalized space doesn’t have to drain your wallet or your time. A few simple changes can make a big difference.