If you’re like me, the idea of renovating your garden can be overwhelming. The thought of redoing all that hard work leaves me feeling like I’m not sure what I’m doing or how much money it’ll take. Implementing a little bit of DIY and learning from friends is a good place to start when looking for ways to save money on garden upgrades—and it’s also fun! I’ve been doing it for years (and with my own yard) and have found some pretty creative ways to stay within budget without sacrificing quality and style. Here are some tips on how to upgrade your backyard without breaking the bank:
Choose your Upgrade Wisely
When you’re looking to renovate your garden, it’s important to choose your upgrade wisely. What you want to achieve and the time and effort involved should be taken into consideration when deciding on an upgrade.
For example, If you’re building a deck with timber slats, it may be better suited for a DIY project than if you were looking at tiles or concrete blocks.
According to Jason Farr, President and Owner of Aviara Pavers, a design and outdoor living specialist company “If you want something that is lower maintenance such as brick or stone pavers then this will require more regular cleaning up of debris from the grass which can cause damage over time as well as being expensive if not done correctly (see below).”
Take It One Step At a Time
It’s better to take it one step at a time when renovating your garden on a budget. If you try to do too much too soon, you will get overwhelmed and lose interest in what you are doing. You can always add more later if you decide that your project is not going well or is taking too long. For example, if adding plants isn’t working out as planned, try adding something else first (like another plant) then move on to other things later in the process if necessary.
Dan Close, Founder, and CEO at We Buy Houses in Kentucky suggests “If starting with something relatively small like an outdoor bench or deck rail would be sufficient for now then go ahead and do so! If however there are other things like new fencing around the house or even just some paving stones needed before anything else can be done then wait until those projects get finished before moving forward with another project such as planting flowers/shrubs outside under the covered patio area”
Refresh your Existing Accessories
To refresh your existing accessories, you can choose from a wide range of options. For example, you could upgrade the railing around your patio area by replacing it with wrought iron and concrete. Or maybe you want to add some new lighting to help accentuate your garden’s beauty at night?
Patrick Hansen from Kvikbolig, the Biggest Rental Property Website in Denmark explains, “Upgrading your existing accessories can be easily done by installing solar path lights in strategic areas around the yard or even replacing old bulbs with newer ones that are more energy efficient. Either way, these upgrades will not only make an impact on how visitors perceive their homes but they’ll also save them money in the long run because they won’t have to replace them again.”
Upgrade Current Garden Features
A patio is a great place to sit and relax, but it can easily become outdated. If you’ve got an old deck or patio that is in need of some TLC, consider replacing it with a new one. You’ll be able to choose from different styles and colors to fit your home’s style perfectly!
A shed is another great addition to any backyard space—if yours is looking tired or worn out then consider renovating it into something better suited for storing garden tools and other outdoor items. You can choose from different materials like wood or metal as well as different colors so that everything matches together nicely; this way when guests come over they’ll feel right at home!
In an email interview, John Stephens, Chief Editor of Total Gardener, a resource website for gardeners around the world, from indoor growers to small small-scale market farms, suggests “If you’re looking for something bigger than just adding onto your current fence then think about installing one around your garden area instead (or even outside). Fences provide privacy while also keeping pets contained inside their own yard boundaries so don’t let them roam free anymore…or else they might get run over by cars while crossing busy roads on footpaths near schools etc – this could cause serious injuries due to lack of supervision.”
Give your Plants a Makeover
You don’t have to spend a fortune on plants. There are plenty of options available for much less than $50 per plant, and it will still be worth your time and effort to upgrade them.
Upgrade your Plants: If you have an older variety of garden, consider replacing it with something that is more resistant to pests and diseases. This can be done by simply buying new varieties or sticking with the same type but adding some extra fertilizer or clay pellets into their soil mix.
Use Drought-Tolerant Plants: Gene Fitzgerald, Head of Marketing at Best Osmosis Systems, recommends, “If you live in an area where water is scarce during summer months, use drought-tolerant varieties such as succulents instead of non-drought-tolerant ones like most grasses (which require frequent watering). Or try planting flowers that require little water like pansies or petunias—they won’t need much care either!”
Use Fragrant Flowers: You could also add some scented flowers around the base of shrubs so they don’t smell like dirt after being watered all day long! Just make sure not too many though because too many scents will overpower each other otherwise everything ends up smelling like perfume mixed together.
Assuming you’ve planted your greens and blooms, the next step is to make sure they’re protected from bugs and any animals that might find their way into your yard. Crushed eggshells and aromatic herbs like citronella and fennel keep creepy-crawlies moving along. Using chicken wire and netting will protect edible plants and ripening fruits from birds and beasts.
Revamp and Repurpose Furniture
If you’ve got old furniture in your garden, don’t throw it out just yet! Instead of throwing out your old chairs and tables, consider turning them into something new. It’s not difficult to transform an item of discarded furniture into something beautiful—it just takes some time and effort.
First, make sure you’re doing the work yourself before hiring someone else to help with your project (if at all possible). This will ensure that no one else has access to any valuable information about what kind of materials should be used for this project or how best to proceed with it. It’s also important that anything new created from these materials is treated with care so as not to damage its value over time; if possible, use recycled materials whenever possible instead of buying new ones made from plastic or metal (the latter two are usually found inside vehicles).
Jason Lewis Owner of Fast Home Offer Utah says “Think about what kind of look might be desired when implementing these modifications within one’s own backyard space; this will help ensure success while avoiding mistakes like overdoing things within areas where sunlight hits directly during sunny months–which could cause damage due only 10% percent less long term than those exposed directly without protection against UV rays.”
Build Things Yourself
If you’re a DIY enthusiast, then this is the part of the project where you can really make things your own. You can use any woodworking tool that comes to mind: a jigsaw (for cutting large pieces of wood), saws (for cutting smaller pieces), power drills, and screwdrivers are all useful for building things in your garden. A hammer and nails will also come in handy when it comes time to hang something up on the wall or fence post.
Josh Paternoster, Managing Director of Quick Clear Drainage recommends “When applying paint or staining wood, use a brush instead of an airbrush because they give better control over what ends up on your project (which is important if there are corners that need attention).”
Get Friends Involved
You can do it yourself, but it’s more fun with friends.
You may be wondering how to get your friends involved in the renovation process. Maybe you have some relatives who are itching to help out—or maybe you’ve got a bunch of friends who want a great place to hang out and relax outside every summer! Regardless of who will be helping out, one thing is for sure: it’s going to be much cheaper if everyone pitches in rather than doing everything individually (and paying for materials).
Plus, if someone else has done all the work on their own house before (which happens), then they’ll know exactly where the best places are for certain tasks like installing irrigation systems or putting down new flooring. This means less money spent on materials and labor costs overall!
There are many ways to save money on your garden upgrades, so think creatively and try not to be afraid of getting stuck in!
There are many ways to save money on your garden upgrades, so think creatively and try not to be afraid of getting stuck in!
Use your Imagination: You might have a great idea for a new design, but if it’s too far out there for you to afford, don’t let that stop you from trying it out. If nothing else works out, at least the process will help get the creative juices flowing again some other time in the future when finances are more stable (and maybe even allow you some fun memories).
Think Outside the Box: Don’t just go with what seems like an obvious choice—you could end up spending more than necessary on something that ultimately ends up being less useful than expected or doesn’t live up to its potential at all because there weren’t any other options available! For example: If I had wanted my patio covered in plastic grass mats rather than pavers but hadn’t been able to find anything affordable yet locally then I would have just gone ahead and bought them anyway since they were close enough by price point-wise…which ended up costing us $2k instead of $1k+ as initially planned due partially due having purchased what was the cheapest option available rather than waiting until later date when prices might’ve dropped even further down the price range.”
Conclusion
While not all of these methods may sound practical to you, they’re worth trying out if they appeal to you. Once you get over the fear of spending money on your garden, it will become a fun part of your life that brings joy and happiness into your home.