Or, you’ve got the option to make DIY container gardens as raised planting beds.
Plant Groundcover
Groundcover plants are cost-effective because you only need to plant a few.
They spread on their own, so fewer plants need to be purchased.
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Though many make a run at eliminatewild violetsandwhite clover, both are good groundcovers andlawn alternatives.
Many perennials, such ashostas, also grow well in the shade.
Build a DIYstone walkwayor lay abrick or paver patioin sand rather than in concrete.
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By planning properly, it’s possible to avoid the need tocut any of the bricks.
Every area has its specific native plants.
For example, plants native to New England include bluets andmarsh marigolds.
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Contact your local cooperative extension office to find out what the native plants are for your region.
Another source for affordable trees andseedlingsis the National Arbor Day Foundation which often runs specials.
Take cuttings and grow more plants for your garden to fill in beds and borders.
Just remember to thoroughly clean a thrifted pot to get rid of any lingering diseases.
Other creativeideas for inexpensive containersinclude hollowed-out logs, bird cages, tubs, and old wheelbarrows.
Even 5-gallon buckets can be repurposed as garden containers and planters.
Just be sure to drill drainage holes in any container that has a solid bottom.
Surveys show that adding and maintaining landscaping boosts curb appeal and greatly increases a home’s value.
Hiring a professional landscaping company is usually the most expensive cost of landscaping a yard.
DIYers can save money by doing as much of the work themselves.
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