Simple DIY Garden Tips and Ideas

If you’re planning to grow a garden, here are some Simple DIY Garden Tips and Ideas that you don’t want to miss! Everything from container gardening, small vegetable gardens, cut flower gardening, flower pot ideas, and even some garden decor.

Growing a garden is easy! No matter what size of yard or patio that you have, anything is possible. You don’t have to have acres and acres of land to grow vegetables and flowers or have a pretty yard! Here are some Simple DIY Garden Tips and Ideas, projects and inspiration for your own garden.

Flowers and Plants

Get your Pots Ready for Planting

If you are growing flowers in pots this summer, here are some simple and practical ideas to get your container garden ready for planting! With tips, tools, flowers and container info. Read more here!

a top down picture of garden pots filled with green plants

Growing Cut Flowers

If you love endless bouquets of fresh flowers, create your own cut flower garden! Here are my tips for planning, growing and nurturing your own Cut Flower Garden. Learn more here!

Urban Vegetable Summer Vegetable Garden

Don’t let a small space stop you from planting a garden, it’s actually amazing what you can grow in a tiny urban yard! Here are some things I learned from growing my own Urban Vegetable Garden. Read more here!

Planting a Container Herb Garden

Herbs grow easily in containers, making them a wonderful addition to your backyard garden, patio or balcony! Here are my tips for growing and nurturing a Container Herb Garden. Learn more here!

A Small Space Gardening Idea

If you have a small yard or patio that gets a lot of sun, this tiered planter box is a great way to grow a lot in a small space! Our neighbour made this tiered garden for us, but I have also seen them at garden centres. I love it so much we’re going to make one, so I’ll share that tutorial with you soon!

Growing an Edible Flower Garden

If you’re looking for a fun idea for your garden this summer, why not plant an Edible Flower Garden! I’m sharing 10 easy to grow flowers that you can eat, use as garnish and add to many recipes. Read more here!

How to Grow Sweet Peas in Pots

Growing Sweet Peas in Pots is easy! With a few simple tips and tricks you can have colourful and fragrant Sweet Peas all summer long. Learn how here!

Plant and Flower Pot Ideas

To have your best garden yet, I’m sharing some ideas to put together beautiful planters, plus tips and tidbits to keep your flowers blooming and beautiful all summer long. Read more here!

Garden Decor

Garden and Patio Tour

An Urban Summer Garden tour with cozy seating areas, loads of flowers and a pretty vegetable garden! Lots of ideas for your own outdoor space. Take a tour here!

Easy DIY Patio Lights

String patio lights around your deck or patio space to make a magical nighttime garden retreat with this simple DIY light project! Learn more here!

DIY Rustic Hanging Plant Trellis

Make this DIY Hanging Garden Trellis for your climbing vines! This simple and rustic trellis can be made with twigs from your yard, and some garden twine. Makes a pretty addition to your garden! Learn how to make it here.

Make a Simple and Pretty Outdoor Light Fixture

Use a wire tomato cage and wrap it in a string of fairy lights…so simple and looks really pretty at night! Keep in on your patio or in the garden!

How to Make a Fresh Hanging Basket for your Door

As an alternative to a traditional wreath, try hanging a Fresh and Fragrant Hanging Basket on your door instead! It’s a pretty (and lovely smelling) way to greet your guests. See how to make it here!

Tips for Staining the Fence

I’m sharing 10 Tips for Staining a Fence that are simple, practical and helpful. I hope it helps to make the job of staining your own fence just a little easier! Read more here.

Tips for Staining Your Deck

Give your deck a makeover with a fresh coat of paint, you’ll be amazed at the transformation! I’m sharing some of our tips on Painting a Platform Deck. Read more here.