Instead of getting rid of it, consider implementing it into your yard’s overall design.

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Repurpose Stumps Into Seating

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Repurpose tree stumps into outdoor seating.

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This outdoorfire pitis small, so there wasn’t enough room for multiple chairs.

Instead, tree stumps are an ingenious way to add plenty of seating.

The stumps fit seamlessly with its outdoor surroundings.

a backyard with a fire pit area and outdoor dining area

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It’s an organic way to add container plants to your outdoor garden.

These discs make the perfect base to display wands and other decor for this fairy-themed party.

To help stick with the nature theme, choose natural furniture like this tree stump end table.

How to make a fairy garden

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This large tree trunk is now a naturalgarden bedand the focal point in this backyard.

This tree stump resembles a cute mushroom when topped with a dome-shaped piece of moss and dirt.

These trunks are at varying lengths and are stacked vertically to make perfect stands for small pots.

Tetrastigma plant in clay pot on tree stump next to window

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Feed the Birds

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Encourage birds to visit your yard with abirdhouse.

A small, hollow trunk makes a great base for a birdhouse and will fit seamlessly with its surroundings.

Place it above a pond, or position it to help water run off away from your home.

Tree stump planter

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Front view of a lake house living room with wood paneling and exposed beams

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Fairy party with wands, wings, and fairy-inspired decorations

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An outdoor room with a gas fireplace and seating

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Close-up of a pine tree trunk in the shape of flower pot with many blooming flowers.

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Homemade garden sculptures large mushrooms on the lawn. Landscaping yard and garden. The concept of the self-made mushroom.

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Old beehive made of tree trunk in the park

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potted plants sitting on tree trunks

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a bird feeder made from a tree trunk

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a hollowed tree trunk made into a water feature

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