A WOMAN has revealed she gave her garden a huge makeover without it costing her a lot of money.
Want to get your garden ready for summer but are short on cash? Then you’ve come to the right place.
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Jazz, a smart saver from the UK, explained how she transformed her garden on a budget, leaving many people amazed.
The mum shared a step-by-step process of her garden renovation on social media, explaining that she made bargain purchases at Home Bargains, B&M and The Range to give her space more personality.
To start the transformation of her yard, she mowed the lawn and gave her fence a lick of paint.
She used the Ronseal fence in the colour Warm Stone from Wickes, as she explained: “All my fence panels were different colours so I thought I might as well paint them. It honestly made a huge difference and I think it brightened up the whole garden in general, as it was looking a bit dull.”
Jazz then used garden stones and artificial grass, which she stole from B&M, to add some colour to the space.
She also added garden lights, which she also bought from B&M for just £6, which brightened up the space immensely.
Jazz also bought a beautiful mirror from The Range and a ‘really affordable’ four-seater coffee table/garden furniture set for £200 from B&Q.
She added: “I’ve done it really cost effectively – I’ve bought a few little bits and bobs from Home Bargains, B&M, The Range, just to brighten it up a bit.”
Showing off her completed garden, which had been successfully transformed from drab to beautiful, the DIYer concluded: “This is the end result – it looks completely different.”
What was once a very overgrown and bare space has now been given a fresh look new look and is the perfect place to chill out in warm weather.
“It’s not the best, but it’s a lot better than when I started. Overall, I think I’ve done pretty well, to be honest.”
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @jazzaminnnhas clearly caused quite a stir, as the video has quickly been viewed 68,100 times.
Social media users were stunned by the garden renovation, with many expressing their displeasure in the comments.
Someone said, “It looks absolutely amazing.”
How to renovate your garden cheaply
IF you want your garden to impress this summer, you’ve come to the right place…
Planning and prioritizing
- Rate your space: Take a walk around your garden and see which areas need improvement.
- Set a budget: Determine how much you can spend.
- Prioritize projects: Focus on the areas with the greatest impact first, such as pathways, seating, or focal points.
DIY projects
- Build your own planters: Use reclaimed wood, pallets, or other materials to make your own planters.
- Make garden art: Use old objects like tires, bottles and cans to create unique garden decorations.
- Paths: Lay down gravel or mulch to create affordable and attractive garden paths.
Plant smart
- Buy seeds, not plants: Seeds are less expensive than mature plants and offer greater variety.
- Share and exchange: Exchange plants and seeds with friends or join a local garden club.
- Growing perennials: Invest in plants that come back every year to save money in the long run.
Use free resources
- Compost: Make your own compost from kitchen waste and garden waste to enrich your soil.
- Rainwater harvesting: Install a rain barrel to collect water for your garden.
- Wood chips: Use leaves, grass clippings or wood chips as mulch to retain moisture in the soil and suppress weeds.
Reuse and upcycle
- Old furniture: Turn an old chair into a plant stand or a chest of drawers into a planter.
- Containers: Use buckets, cans or even old shoes as separate planters.
- Pallets: Create vertical gardens or compost heaps from discarded pallets.
Smart shopping
- Offers and discounts: Check for end-of-season offers or discounts at garden centers.
- Second hand shops: Visit thrift stores or garage sales to find pots, tools, and decorations.
- Online marketplaces: Check sites like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace for free or cheap garden supplies.
Maintenance
- Regular weeding: Keep weeding to keep your garden looking neat.
- Pruning and flowering: Prune the plants regularly and remove faded flowers to encourage growth and flowering.
- Tool care: Maintain your tools by cleaning and sharpening them to extend their life and effectiveness.
With these tips you can give your garden a fresh, renewed look without spending a lot of money. Enjoy your garden!
Another added: “Great job, well done.”
A third commented: “Looks amazing!”
While someone else beamed: “Fences really make a difference, wow, great idea!”
Meanwhile, a DIY enthusiast claimed: “Awesome, I’ve been saving this for future… Maybe I’ll do something similar, thanks for this video, well done.”
Best B&M Purchases
IF you’re looking for fantastic bargains, B&M is the place to go.
Not only have consumers been loving the chain’s new Everyday Value collection lately, but people have also been flocking to buy 20p summer bulbs that will add colour to their gardens.
One woman beamed with her new £5 purchase, which added light and personality to her outdoor space, while a man gave his hot tub a boost with a cheap artificial fly screen.
We also saw shoppers flock to the new Spanish cleaning range, with prices starting from just £2.49.
Meanwhile, someone else bought 10p from the chain to remove green algae from her patio.
