When it comes to renovating your home on a budget, your garden is one of the spots on your property that can be most overlooked. Whether you use the space as a showcase for your gardening skills or a place to relax and unwind with the family, a well-maintained yard will make a huge difference to your home--especially if you plan on selling it at some point in the future. In fact, a decent garden can add 5 - 20% to your property value.
The great thing about gardening and maintaining a well-kept backyard is that it’s actually a lot more affordable than many homeowners think. Below, we’ve listed some useful tips that can you can use right away to help transform your garden from ho-hum to wow!, even if you’re on a budget.
The great thing about gardening and maintaining a well-kept backyard is that it’s actually a lot more affordable than many homeowners think. Below, we’ve listed some useful tips that can you can use right away to help transform your garden from ho-hum to wow!, even if you’re on a budget.
Easy Ways To Transform Your Garden On A Budget
Create A Solid Plan
When it comes to any big project, especially a home or garden renovation project, you'll need to put together a solid plan. Think about the goals you are looking to achieve. Do you have a vision for how you want it to look? To get some inspiration, turn to the internet. Check out some of our favorite websites, like bobvila.com, hgtv.com and thisoldhouse.com to get an idea of what you're looking for.
Once you know what you're after, it's time to look at the practical aspects of your project. Do you have enough space? Can you afford the materials? Will the time it takes to complete it be a factor? It’s all well and good to want to create an Instagram worthy garden, but if space or other factors don’t allow for it, then you’ll just be disappointed.
Once you know what you're after, it's time to look at the practical aspects of your project. Do you have enough space? Can you afford the materials? Will the time it takes to complete it be a factor? It’s all well and good to want to create an Instagram worthy garden, but if space or other factors don’t allow for it, then you’ll just be disappointed.
Enlist Help From Everyone and Everywhere
If you have a gardening project in the works and are doing it on a budget, then now is the time to call in any and all favors you can. Do you have friends or family who are crafty? Maybe you know someone who works in landscaping that would help you out, or at least provide advice and expertise? Reaching out to anyone and everyone who can provide assistance is a budget-friendly way to help get your project off the the ground.
Shop Around
Deals and bargains are truly everywhere, even in places you normally wouldn’t consider. When it comes to making sure your project stays on (or under) budget, take inventory of all materials you need and scour not only brick and mortar stores but online shops as well, including auction websites, Facebook Marketplace and other second hand sites. Check out auctionninja.com or estatesales.net to find upcoming estate sales and online auctions in your area. You can get really creative with upcycled garden decor pieces and patio furniture.
Wondering What To Add To Your Garden?
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Add A Deck
Decking is a hugely popular feature in many backyards today, and it’s easy to understand why. It immediately adds a look of richness, is practical, and a perfect place for entertaining, sunbathing and even a great place to work remotely in nice weather. Depending on your location, a simple deck with basic materials costs about $15 per square foot, while a deck built with premium materials costs $35 per square foot.
Add A Pool
When most people think of the perfect backyard, they conjure up images of a swimming pool, but believe it is too extravagant, impractical or simply out of their budget. However, adding a quality above-ground pool is not only affordable, it's also non-committal: if in the future you decide having a pool is not for you, it will take less than an afternoon to dismantle it.
  Summer Waves 14ft x 48in Round Above Ground Outdoor Frame Swimming Pool Set with Filter Pump and Ladder, amazon.com |
  16ft x 10ft x 42in Power Steel Above Ground Swimming Pool Set with Pump, amazon.com |
Add A Hot Tub
If a pool is not something you want but you love the idea of having a place to relax and unwind, you could also consider a hot tub. Like pools, these are also available to most people at a very affordable price, and come in a variety of sizes and options. Whether you’re looking for plug and play hot tubs or something more traditional, adding a hot tub is definitely something that can transform your garden easily and affordably.
Transforming your backyard into your a personal paradise just takes a lot of planning, a little money and a whole lot of sweat equity. For more ideas on how to turn your backyard into a private oasis, check out this infographic:
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