Easy Ways To Make Your Backyard More Fun
And for more ways to make your property pop, check out these 50 Clever Ways to Instantly Add Value to Your Home. Grass and gardens are nice enough, but potted plants in a wide variety of planter styles will instantly upgrade your backyard's aesthetic. On the contrary, the landscape in a backyard is compiled of natural areas. Greenspace, flower beds, trees, hedges, ground cover, or berms, would all be a part of the overall landscape.
Bring order to your ever-growing collection by choosing greenery in varying heights. It's an easy way to boost your outdoor space's visual appeal. Though this backyard is tiny, it feels like a practical and stylish space. The heat lamp promises warmth on chilly nights and the floor cushions are great for extra lounge seating. The whitewashed wood deck keeps the tonal color story alive and well. Use the architectural elements of your home to your advantage.
With just a few inexpensive supplies and a little creativity, you can whip up these colorful lanterns while binge-watching your favorite show. Craft these nearly-free cuties to brighten up tabletops or hang them from low tree limbs to light the way to the party. Keep the party going through the warm fall months with an outdoor open house party that encourages neighbors to swing by for tasty snacks. Get all our tips for planning this casual outdoor get-together, below.
Wrap strands around outdoor pillars to create columns of light. Love to garden but don’t have a ton of space – or money – to do so? Give your kids a fun place to play with a recycled tire climber. Click here to learn how to build the flagstone path shown above. After all the effort you put into nurturing your lawn each season, don’t blow it with mowing mistakes. Click here to learn how to mow for better grass, sponsored by Cub Cadet.
You'd love a sprawling outdoor lounge, but simply don't have the space... A well-designed deck and tasteful freestanding hot tub can be just as covetable, as proven by this outdoor area by Regan Baker Design. A multi-level landscape design can create the illusion of a larger backyard. It breaks things up visually and allows you to designate each level to a different purpose.
Even if grilling isn't your thing, you can still serve an easy-to-prepare menu that'll free you from kitchen duties. Handheld bites, like these Mini Tacos, are easy for guests to enjoy while mingling. Check out more easy-to-nosh nibbles that both you and your guests will love, below. A beautiful centerpiece makes any get-together feel more special, but they can be pricey. No worries, we have 10 ideas for DIY-ing a florist-worthy centerpiece on the cheap, like this bright arrangement featuring backyard blooms and citrus slices. For many pet parents, pups are family, so include well-behaved fidos in the festivities.
Take your spring, summer or fall soirée from Backyard fun just fun to fun-tastic with our tips. Small, portable splash pads can be purchased online and are a good option for folks with smaller backyards or limited budgets. These are so affordable that you can pick one up for less than $10 and have it set up in minutes. Including one or more age-appropriate play structures is a good way to encourage being physically active while having fun.
Mix shapes and colors, or work within a visual theme. One great advantage of container gardening is its flexibility. You can easily move plants around your yard, create different spaces, and completely change your mind from season to season if you like.
You can even hand string lights from the rafters for a truly picturesque evening. Use it for large gatherings or special nights under the stars with your family. If you love entertaining guests, having backyard cookouts, or working outside, then a table is a must for your green space! Buy a patio set that comes complete with table and chairs, or build your own outdoor table out of a few wine barrels and wooden boards for DIY yard decor.
Skip the weed killers and opt for dense spreading perennial ground covers instead. Waterproof an unused shoe organizer for a vertical garden that’s easy to move. Stack and stagger tires to create decorative planters. Cover with outdoor pillow casings or rope for durable, rustic patio ottomans. What would summer be without a frosty frozen dessert?