When did you last give your garden a little bit of TLC? The chances are that it was at least back last summer when you last gave your garden the love that it needs. Now that summer is coming around once again, it’s time to start thinking about how you can make sure that your garden is well designed and up to date.
What you want is to have an outdoor space that is smart, stylish and offers the perfect outdoor haven to relax and unwind in on those warm sunny days. But knowing how to create that space – especially when time or money is low – isn’t always easy.
The good news is that updating your garden with a few simple changes can be a great way to breathe new life into the space.
Start by clearing any junk and weeds
The first step should be to clear up any junk or rubbish, removing it from the space. The fact is that this simple task will make a big difference to the look and feel of the space. Once you’ve removed anything that doesn’t need to remain in the space, the next step is to focus on removing any areas of weeds.
Admittedly, this can be a slightly longer and more time-consuming process, depending on how overgrown your garden has become. To make the process easier, make sure that you have gardening gloves, a trowel, pet-safe weed killer, and a bag to put any dispelled weeds into.
Upgrade the necessities
The next step is to think about how you can upgrade the necessities within the space.
For instance, let’s say that you’ve got a patio or deck in your garden but it’s become grimy and dirty, a good step to take would be to spend some time pressure washing the area, to revive it and breathe new life back into the space.
Or, for example, say your fence panels have become worn and damaged. You might want to consider investing in some new fencing for the space, to help ensure that it remains looking as smart as you would like it to. If the fencing isn’t damaged but has simply become worn, you might be able to get away with a simple coat of outdoor paint instead.
Upcycle old furniture
Noticed that your garden furniture has seen better days? Don’t panic – you might not need to replace it all to give your garden that fresh-looking vibe. Whether it’s wood or metal furniture, with a coat of specialist paint you should be able to breathe new life into each piece – it’s simply a case of taking the time to do so.
Invest in accessories
The fact is that when it comes to creating a tranquil outdoor space, it’s all about the decor and accessories. You would be amazed how far an outdoor rug, a string or two or solar powered fairy lights, and a few bright, bold throw cushions can go. Get the accessories right and you can create the ultimate outdoor chill out space.
There you have it, a few simple ways you can update and upgrade your garden ahead of summer.
