DIY-Garden

The Do It Yourself Gardening Blog

Garden Ornaments

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Setting out a garden design around ornaments, rocks and pergolas is something which we all must consider when designing the flow of a garden. Choosing standalone objects or introducing them is a great way to break up the space and make areas for certain activities. Check out these 4 garden design ideas.

3 Patio Ideas

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Making your own patio is easy and these 3 ideas could inspire you. Either crazy paved or done with concrete, blocks, bricks or slabs, once level patios are relatively easy to install. These 3 use the idea of leading the eye and the patio to a central location and water features or bench/ seating areas […]

Garden Water Feature Ideas

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Some of us love it some of us hate it and all of us need it. Water is a source which draws humans to it, it draws all animals to it as after all we are comprised of nearly 70% water… So these water garden ideas are perfect for those of us out there who […]

Covered Pond Ideas

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As Autumn and Winter approach, leafs, debris, plants, birds, animals, you name it and it will be in your pond. Check out this home made pond cover which took little more than a few days to complete to assist in keeping out all the unwated elements this winter. The cover should also help keep fish […]

Painted Bird Boxes

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When adding something unique to your garden like a bird box. Why not go one level deeper and being to personalise your items so that they reflect the personality of the gardens owner. Many gardens are places to express ones self and these painted bird boxes are a great way to customise your gardens features. […]

Garden Shed Garage

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When you want a garage but the cost is astronomical, what can you do? Well these Scandinavian timber shed things are a great way to cut the cost of a garage but keep your pride and joy safe from the elements and prying eyes. Measuring an impressive 6m x 4m and with a 2.3m opening […]

Zen Front Gardens

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Having your own zen space at the front of your house is a good way to ensure that the home remains a happy one. This quite and peaceful space at the entrance to a home can make everything behind the zen garden feel more… zen. Check out this racked example for ideas and inspiration.