The Lowe’s Creative Ideas team shows viewers how to make the most of their backyard space with inspiring landscaping and gardening ideas.
Gathering Outdoor Patio Ideas
29
Jun
Having a great place for family barbecues, small cookouts with close friends and larger backyard parties will make your home a place you will enjoying spending more time. There are so many outdoor patio ideas to consider.
To make your patio just the way you want it to suit your particular needs and desires, take some time to learn all the various options. Outdoor patio ideas are easy to find and easy to come up with on your own.
Before searching for patio decorating ideas, take stock of the area you have available for your patio. Then keep this in mind when looking at ideas and think in terms of how they will work for the area you have.
It can be helpful to draw up a sketch of the area with at least an approximate footage and have this with you when you are looking at outdoor patio ideas, whether it is driving around your neighborhood or looking online.
How To Make A Raised Garden Bed
24
Jun
A raised bed takes the annoying parts out of gardening by allowing you to reach around your garden without all the back-breaking effort. Garden Girl Patti Moreno shows you how to construct a 4 ft. by 4 ft. raised bed for under $40.
Outdoor Garden Furniture
22
Jun
Now that your garden has been designed, the plants are growing and getting ready to bloom; it’s time to look at what you want to relax on while you enjoy the evenings where you can watch your hard work flourish.
There are different types and styles of garden furniture. We’ve selected a few examples to help give you an idea of what you might want.
Above we have the fairly standard wicker type furniture. Wicker stands up to the sun and rain over long periods of time, though, without cushions, you’ll find that it may become uncomfortable over long periods of time.
Then there is the aluminum furniture set. While it may say aluminum, over time you will find that welding points and areas that receive regular contact will begin to rust as the thin layer of paint used begins to chip away. These sets are available in almost any store with a garden section.
Above is the time tested image that most people have when they think of a garden and a field. Here, the owner has strategically placed a wooden bench inside the garden. There appears to be a small walking path leading up to it. Beautiful image.
Container Gardening: Container Herb Garden
17
Jun
Container gardening is a great way to grow plants, vegetables and herbs without needing a lot of space. Herbs do especially well and can be grown right outside your kitchen door. In this video, you’ll learn how to use an old farmer’s market basket to make a great container garden. Fill it with your favorite herbs and your cooking will be full of flavor all summer long.
