Five ways to turn your garden into a showstopper
TICKETS for the Chelsea Flower Show in May are now on sale.
But you can also create a colorful spectacle in your own garden with some cheap tricks – albeit on a smaller scale.
Try these tips to decorate your outdoor space and enjoy it later, during the warmer months.
DROP-DEAD BEAUTIFUL: Hanging baskets can be a budget-friendly way to add pops of color.
Consider more resilient flowers such as petunias or ivy to create cascading displays that add depth and drama.
You can check out Homebase where a 35cm hanging basket has currently been reduced from £9 to £3.
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MASTER PLANTS: Instead of buying new plants, you can divide and propagate some existing plants to multiply flowers without spending money.
It is a cost-effective technique that also allows you to quickly fill your garden beds and borders.
GO WILD: Create a cheerful DIY birdbath with recycled materials.
Follow the tutorial at youtube.com/rspbvideo to make one from a plant saucer or shallow bowl, gravel and a stone.
Place it in a quiet, sheltered spot and watch the wildlife come to your outdoor space.
TOP OF THE POTS: Think creatively and reuse everyday objects, from home, for the garden.
Transform old buckets, cans or even wooden crates into patio planters.
Upcycle and add color with a splash of outdoor tester pot paint such as Cuprinol’s Garden Shades Sweet Sundae, £4.50 at B&Q.
Experiment with different sizes and shapes for a vibrant display.
TO LOOK UP: Make the most of limited space by thinking about what you can plant vertically.
Trellis or wall-mounted planters can add depth, especially if you have a small garden.
Grow climbing plants such as clematis to create a ‘living wall’, which can also provide some privacy.
Asda has a great triple pack of beautiful hanging baskets for £9.
Add them to your wall for a bit of color.
- All prices on the page are correct at the time of going to press. Offers and offers subject to availability.
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