If you’re looking to give your landscape a makeover this summer, DIY projects offer many ways to upgrade both functionality and curb appeal. From hardscaping involving structures such as pavers or stones to softscaping which includes plants and flowers, these DIY projects will make your yard appear completely refreshed.
Living Wall
Living walls can add both beauty and function to a yard. Plant selection should reflect the environment or garden in which it will reside; for instance mosses and boxwood add vibrant splashes of green while flowering plants bring color bursts.
To maintain a thriving living wall, proper location and lighting conditions must be taken into account. Furthermore, regular inspection should take place to look out for pests or deficiencies in nutrients.
Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting is one of our favorite DIY projects that provides both form and function; adding landscape lighting not only adds aesthetic value but also provides safety for outdoor entertaining or just enjoying your yard at night.
Use path lights to illuminate stairs and walkways so guests can navigate your property safely at night. Be sure to wire all fixtures using low voltage systems in order to reduce shock risk; additionally, it’s also essential that wattages of each fixture be considered when choosing a transformer.
Fire Pit
Fire pits create the perfect focal point in any outdoor living space and add ambience to any backyard garden party or barbecue. Line the bottom of your pit with pavers or decorative stones to protect surrounding patio paving from smoke stains, while providing warmth to anyone inside!
Refractory cement, not regular masonry mortar, should be used to line your DIY fire pit walls as this special cement can withstand high heat levels. Be sure to leave gaps at certain points around the circle to create drawholes for oxygen flow – this will feed your flame.
Stone Patio
With just a little creativity and DIY skills, your backyard can become an inviting retreat. Host outdoor parties or take afternoon cat naps without leaving home: there are numerous upgrades available for upgrading patio spaces.
Natural flagstone is an ideal choice for creating classic old-world style or more organic landscapes, unlike concrete pavers which must be set so as to allow groundcovers to grow between them and reduce maintenance needs later.
Chalkboard
If your kids are complaining they’re bored, this simple project will keep them engaged for hours as they create colorful artwork on a giant outdoor chalkboard. Transforming your fence into an entertainment area could not be simpler!
Before beginning to install your frame board against the fence where you want it to go, lean the frame board against it so you can mark out where predrill holes must be drilled for safety purposes and to reduce mistakes. This step will also help avoid mistakes from occurring during installation.
Planter
Planters add an elegant and subtle accent to outdoor spaces while simultaneously serving as an effective way of delineating space.
Planters come in various shapes and materials; choose one that complements your landscape design for optimal results.
Recycle old items to create planters, like an old car tire. Not only is this project fun and eco-friendly, it also allows you to exercise your DIY skills! For a step by step tutorial check out Bless’er House here.
Hose Holder
If you’re tired of hauling around your garden hose to different areas of your yard, try this sleek-looking garden hose storage upgrade. It’s simple and can even be cemented into place for added stability and durability.
Alternative methods for organizing your hose include using a galvanized bucket or hose pot – be careful when unwinding and coiling it to avoid kinks! You could also consider investing in an attractive rain barrel to protect it from the elements while adding aesthetic value to your landscape.
Heart-Shaped Concrete
Adding concrete to your landscape is an excellent way to bring a touch of texture and interest. Molds and stamps allow you to craft custom stepping stones or garden paths that set apart your yard from others.
Morales emphasizes the power of DIY landscaping projects like installing pavers or permanent seating to increase curb appeal on tight budgets. Hardscaping and softscaping will also increase home value when selling time comes around.
