The growing season might be in full swing, but there are still ways to upgrade your garden game. From keeping out unwanted pests (or pets) to building your own customized trellising and irrigation—it’s time to make your beds work smarter, not harder. We’ve got five ways to customize your planters this summer that will not only make things look fantastic, but will take your growing capabilities to the next level. Whether you choose to tackle them all or just add one to your list of weekend to-dos, I promise it will be a noticeable refresh with rewarding results.
Want to see these steps in action? Check out our latest video on Instagram where I glam up a handful of beds in gorgeous Santa Ynez, California for an upcoming home feature. Let us know in the comments which one you will take on first—let’s grow!
Thomas J. Story
Intruders are inevitable, be they your own pets or other curious creatures. Keep plantings safe from digging by adding customizable toppers to raised beds. Depending on your space, styles can vary from lids that lift using door hinges to sliding screen doors for gardens with less girth. Use ½-inch, 19-gauge wire screens to allow precious pollinators entrance, while keeping mischievous mice out.
Thomas J. Story
Add a little glam to your garden by staining your beds to match your home style. There are a number of non-toxic, eco-friendly stains on the market that can quickly transform the look of your garden by using a power sprayer, which gets the job done quickly and evenly. Go bold with black or emerald green, which really allows your plants’ greenery and blooms to pop.
Kristin Guy
Ditch the dumpy store-bought plastic trellises and custom-make your own with a few bamboo poles and lashing cord. The sky’s the
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