QUESTION FROM READER: Since not many plants bloom during fall and winter, do you have any ideas for garden decorations? GL365 RESPONSE: Dear Reader, Yes, you are correct! Fall and winter aren’t as bountiful with blooms as spring and summer. But there are plant and decor options that will provide color, texture, and excitement to your garden. … More QUESTION FROM READERS (October Edition)
Hanging lights are one of our favorite garden treasures. They are a quick and easy way to add light and ambiance to your outdoor space. Watch our video on how to hang lights to transform your backyard and other garden areas!
We hope you’ve enjoyed our series showing the different ways to spice up your garden. While there are endless possibilities, these were just a few of our favorites. Below is a summary of each item we’ve discussed over the last couple of weeks. Click on the titles to see the original post for each item. … More TOP 10 GARDEN DECOR IDEAS TO SPICE UP YOUR GARDEN | SUMMARY
We’ve refreshed another garden treasure in our latest video. Check out how we cleaned up the rust on a garden bike and then gave it a new pop of color. To find the items used in this video, see below. Garden Bike – Refresh Click on the name of each item to view the materials … More HOW TO RESTORE GARDEN TREASURES | BIKE VIDEO
String Lights String lights are one of our favorite garden treasures. While most people only think of using lights during holiday seasons, we love to use them year-round. Adding string lights can change the ambiance of your outdoor spaces and are an effective, low-cost light source. We prefer LED lights and use a combination of … More SERIES: TOP 10 GARDEN DECOR IDEAS TO SPICE UP YOUR GARDEN – #10 | STRING LIGHTS
Figurines Garden figurines can add a nice touch to your garden. Retail stores offer popular characters like Mickey Mouse. But also sell beautifully sculpted figures of people, animals, and many other designs. While there is an abundance to choose from, less is definitely more when adding these garden treasures. Having too many figurines in your … More SERIES: TOP 10 GARDEN DECOR IDEAS TO SPICE UP YOUR GARDEN – #6 | FIGURINES
Pots Most people wouldn’t consider pots a garden treasure. But these ordinary plant holders can bring dimension, color, and character to your landscape. They can also be used for more than just holding plants for display. Pots are beautiful to display, even empty. They come in various shapes, sizes, and finishes. Pots are a great … More SERIES: TOP 10 GARDEN DECOR IDEAS TO SPICE UP YOUR GARDEN – #5 | POTS
Garden Signs Garden signs and yard art are two decorative options to spice up your landscape. These items are usually grouped together but are different. Garden signs typically include personal quotes, common sayings, or family names but don’t always include decorative art or pictures. Yard art, in contrast, is primarily decorative and may or may … More SERIES: TOP 10 GARDEN DECOR IDEAS TO SPICE UP YOUR GARDEN – #4 | GARDEN SIGNS
Garden Flags Decorative garden flags are a unique garden treasure because there are endless possibilities. This is a long way from the days when patriotic or sports team flags were the only option to hang from your house. Now, there are numerous designs to spice up your landscape. Garden flags can be made to order … More SERIES: TOP 10 GARDEN DECOR IDEAS TO SPICE UP YOUR GARDEN – #3 | GARDEN FLAGS
We love garden treasures at GL365. But, many of these beautiful items become weathered over time. Constant exposure to the elements can cause garden treasures to fade, crack, and discolor. That’s why it’s best to purchase weather-resistant garden treasures or use a clear protective coating to protect them. Even then, items will eventually break down. … More HOW TO RESTORE OLD GARDEN STATUES