Garden Structures & Features
A well-placed mirror can completely change the way a garden looks and feels. These garden mirror ideas will show you how to turn plain walls, hidden corners and favorite views into some of the most eye-catching spots in your garden.
A few simple decorating updates can turn a plain gazebo into one of the most inviting spaces in your backyard. See how to combine furniture, lighting, rugs, and accessories to create an outdoor room that’s comfortable, stylish, and practical.
If you’re looking for wood privacy fence ideas that don’t leave your backyard feeling closed in, this post has plenty of inspiration. These designs focus on options that look good from both sides, so you don’t end up staring at the “back” of your own fence. It’s a good place to start if you want…
These DIY garden trellis ideas can add charm and function to any outdoor space, supporting climbing plants while providing privacy or visual interest. These simple, budget-friendly projects are customizable to fit any garden size, making it easier to create a beautiful backyard you’ll love.
Learning how to hide outdoor eyesores can instantly boost your curb appeal and make your yard feel more polished and inviting. I’ve tried many of these clever tricks myself, and they’ve transformed messy spots into beautiful, functional parts of my outdoor space.
Transform your outdoor space with these backyard fire pit ideas that promise cozy gatherings and memorable moments under the stars. From sleek, modern designs to rustic, wood-burning options, these ideas cater to every style and preference for the ultimate backyard ambiance.
If you’re tired of grass growing into your flower beds, or mulch washing onto your patio, then you’ve come to the right place. These garden edging ideas are made from many different materials, available in many price ranges and require different skill levels to install. Truly something for everyone.
Looking for creative garden gate ideas that will transform your entrance into a charming and artistic statement piece? From DIY wood gates to beautiful wrought iron designs to gates made from more innovative materials, this list is sure to provide some inspiration. I think part of creating a beautiful garden is having a great entrance….
Want to replace your downspout with a rain chain but don’t want to spend too much money? Learn how to use copper tubing to make your own DIY rain chain with this easy step-by-step tutorial.
This beautiful DIY leaf rain chain transforms an ugly downspout into an elegant cascade of water. With a design inspired by serene Japanese gardens, this tutorial will guide you through creating a functional piece of art for your outdoor sanctuary.
Whether you’re looking for a permanent outdoor shade structure for your patio, something retractable to put over your deck, or a more temporary solution for your yard, you’re sure to find something you like in this list of DIY backyard shade ideas.
I’m sure you’ve seen those picturesque rain chains hanging in someone’s garden, but do you ever wonder what the point of them is? Those chains are more than just decoration. They’re a functional replacement for a downspout and we’ll show you why so many homeowners are adding them to their gardens.
You don’t need to spend a lot of time and money to create the sound of running water in your garden. This river rock DIY water feature is easy to set up, easy to maintain and won’t break the bank!
Whether you are looking for a wall water feature, a DIY birdbath or to make your own fountain, you’ll find lots of inspiration for easy and inexpensive water feature ideas for your garden.
For an easy and inexpensive way to add a water feature to a small space, try this DIY wall sculpture fountain. Use whatever garden wall art you like for a custom look that works with your garden design.
These garden art ideas are easy to do and will give you some inspiration for using garden decor and yard art to add interest to your outdoor space. I was recently looking through some pictures of a garden tour I took at Allerton Gardens on the Hawaiian island of Kauai. It is a huge garden…
If you’re looking for something other than your standard board and rail fence, this DIY custom fence design may be just the thing. It looks good from both sides so you and your neighbors will be happy with it.
I love the pergola in my backyard. I like the light that the open ceiling provides. But I don’t like getting rained on when I’m under it. So I found a solution that lets me have a cover from the rain and still see the sky above – clear polycarbonate roofing panels. Then all I…
I have always believed that lighting is what makes or breaks any room – whether it’s indoors or out. So adding some spectacular outdoor lights is one of the last steps I need to do in order to finish the deck makeover I started in the spring. With all of these outdoor pergola lighting ideas, I…
In the summer, I love to grill and entertain outdoors. But since I live in an area that often gets lots of sun and afternoon rainstorms, my outdoor cookouts are either really hot or getting rained out. To fix that issue, I went on a hunt for ways I could cover the patio around my…
Whether you want to add some privacy to your deck, would like to create a secret garden in your yard or are just looking for a creative way to add art to your garden, this decorative DIY outdoor privacy screen may be exactly what you need. It’s easy to build and creates a beautiful backdrop…
Herbs are one of my favorite things to grow in my garden. Since I’m always looking for ways to grow more plants, I’ve been looking into vertical garden ideas, and I think these vertical herb garden ideas will help me create a new vertical herb planter for my backyard.
My house has a small city yard where the neighbors have a clear view into my backyard. One of my top priorities, when I moved in, was to come up with some backyard privacy ideas to screen that view. Using some of these ideas and some backyard shade ideas, I’ve been able to create the…
It’s no secret that I love to garden. But with a relatively small yard, I always seem to be running out of room to add new plants. So I’m excited to try out these DIY vertical garden ideas to help create more gardening space.
Looking for some DIY outdoor projects to spruce up your garden? These awesome DIY backyard ideas will help you build a better yard. I love discovering great ideas (thanks, Pinterest!) that help me plan for my next garden project. I recently found some creative garden paths and cool garden gates, so this week’s goal was…
Find some inspiration for your yard with one of these beautiful garden path ideas and learn which ones will fit your budget and which ones will break your back.
Now that it has finally cooled down a little, I have been able to get out and do some yard work that has been on my “to do list” for a while. One of the projects that I have been anxious to tackle is replacing the wood tiles in front of my outdoor kitchen area….
This is part 3 of our series on landscape lighting. In part 1, we went through the different ways that you can provide light for your garden. In part 2, we talked about the different types of lighting effects you can use to add night time interest to your yard. And now it’s…
Outdoor lighting can transform your yard into magical paradise at night. Whether you are lighting your patio, walkway or garden, learn the best landscape lighting effects that will create the results you are looking for.
Want to make full use of your outdoor space after dark but need some lighting inspiration for your deck or patio? Try out these beautiful patio lighting ideas. It’s no secret that I love my garden. There’s something relaxing about just being out there…even if it is just to pull some weeds. I have to…
