There comes a time in everyone’s life when going out to party isn’t as much fun as it used to be. When that time comes, most of us turn to more relaxing activities. Home decorating, home improvement and, for those lucky enough to have a green thumb, gardening. You don’t realize how much your younger self has slept through gardening until the moment you pick up the shovel and start planting seeds. Those little seeds will eventually grow into beautiful flowers or even the food you’ll have on your plate. Gardening is the purest therapy, and it is accessible to everyone and can be done anywhere: on the balcony, in the apartment, in the house or in the garden. Here are some ideas that will inspire you to start your own plant family today.
Herb Ladder
Here’s a great idea for what to do with those pieces of wood your husband left in the garage ages ago, just in case he needs them for something one day. Got some time, a saw, and some nails? Tada: herb ladder.
If this isn’t the easiest craft to make on a Sunday afternoon, we don’t know what is. And the best part is that you can leave it outside and give your garden a fresh, green décor or put it in your kitchen or living room.
Replant
Composting spoiled veggies or throwing the stalks of good veggies outside into the ground is a great way to help the environment. But what if we told you that there is another good way to save Mother Nature and also your wallet?
The solution: regrowing your veggies. You cut the stem of the lettuce, place it in a container, add water and the stem and place the container in a window where the stem can get some love from the sun. Give it no more than two weeks.
Going on vacation soon and don’t have anyone to come feed you? Don’t worry, we may have a trick that will help you relax on your well-deserved vacation.
Take a chair and some string, preferably yarn. Place the water pot on the chair and all the flower pots around it. Put one side of the twine in the water and the other side an inch deep in the flower pot. Now that your babies have water, you can have fun!
Recycle!
We live in the 21st century, and it’s fair to say that plastic has a bad reputation. Nevertheless, plastic is found everywhere: it is used for packaging food, toys and other essentials. We like to recycle as much of it as possible.
Most of us know this, and yet few of us recycle our plastic. But here’s an idea for what you can do with those milk bottles: a flower wall. Take a wooden frame and some plastic bottles and you have a very sustainable flower wall where you can grow anything you want.
Crochet and gardening
Crochet lovers, this is something for you. Yes, we’ve seen that you can crochet tops, pants, and even toys, but can you also crochet a hammock for the produce of your vertical garden? This Reddit user has used her skills for her gardening activities.
The fruit on her cantaloupe plant has gotten a little too big for the stems to support. So she crocheted a little hammock to help the little guy grow. That’s a solution to keep in mind.
The mirror hack
This Reddit user had a nursery next to her window, but her plants still weren’t getting enough light. Luckily for her plants, she was inspired that day and she moved the furniture and placed the shelf next to the window. What a great idea!
To make sure the plants get the sun they need, she added a mirror to the shelves of the garden. She did it because the plants couldn’t look healthier and happier than this.
Old fence
If you have an old fence, you shouldn’t throw it away. There are so many ways to reuse the wood from your broken old fence that we don’t even know what to start with.
But speaking of gardening, here’s a hack you can use to recycle old wood: Garden beds. Ingenious, right? The only problem is that before using this hack, you need to make sure that the wood has not been treated so that the chemicals do not pass into the growing plants/vegetables.
Teepee
It’s been a while since teepees became a really cool element in a kid’s room. Aside from how it looks, the little ones really seem to love it. No wonder, because they can hide in it and pretend it’s their own little house.
But do you know what is cooler than an indoor teepee? A natural teepee made out of ivy. Not many of us would have thought of this but this grandpa wanted to protect his bean plant at all costs, so he planted wildflowers around it.
The perfect husband
The perfect husband does not exist… At least that’s what we thought before we saw the following pictures. This man had some free time during quarantine and decided to impress his soulmate by building a small project in her garden.
What a great husband this man is. We’re sure his wife was as impressed as all of us when she saw this. They are a great team; the wife did a great job with it all.
Everything will be OK
No matter what you are going through, you will be fine. That’s the lesson Mother Nature taught this Reddit user, who went out in the cold one day to plant tulips.
Even though it wasn’t the right time to plant, she planted the tulips anyway because she felt they would bloom when they should. And he was so right. We told you that gardening is one of the best therapies you can do at home.
Vertical garden
Sure, normal gardens are nice, but have you ever tried planting your flowers in a vertical garden? It looks so beautiful that you will definitely want to plant it yourself. It is a great idea for small courtyards or for people living in flats.
Or for gardens that seem a bit too boring and need a bit of variety to break up the monotony. And if you’re still not convinced, here’s another reason to try it: a vertical garden takes less time to maintain than a regular garden. Boom.
Halloween Hack
With Halloween just around the corner, this little hack is more than necessary. We don’t know why we never thought of it, but it turns out that you can carve anything on a green pumpkin and the end product will amaze you.
Of course you will have to wait a few weeks, but trust us: what you will see will make you want to make this hack a tradition. After all, who wouldn’t want unique pumpkins to decorate their porch for autumn?
Goodbye swimming pool!
A couple bought a new house with a swimming pool. What a dream, right? Well, it turned out that the pool was very old and built according to old standards that are no longer permitted today. What did they do?
They created a huge pool to collect rainwater and built garden beds over it. Most of us would probably try to rebuild the pool, but in the event of an apocalypse or alien invasion, these are the people you would want to be friends with.
The magical table
The table pictured below looks like it came out of a fairy tale. As magical as it looks, it is equally as practical and sustainable. Because it has a garden incorporated in it. Whoever came up with this idea is a genius!
And can we take a moment to admire that little stream that crosses the table from an end to another? We don’t know about you but as for us, we would love to have this table in our dining room or back yard.
Pride
If you have ever done veggie or fruit gardening before, you know that the moment you get to eat the produce that you planted and helped grow, it’s one special moment. The amount of pride you feel is really hard to express.
Not only this but it feels like it tastes different. It’s ten times better than the one you buy. So next time you want to throw out those stems, or roots or seeds, think about replanting them. This is what the person behind these two beauties above did.
Some inspo
If you feel like your garden lacks a little pizazz, here is a very Pinterest-y idea that will make your garden look like it’s straight out of a magazine. This project is very simple and cheap to do, yet very eye-catching.
You need: two sticks, a hook, a watering can and fairy lights. You can do the same exact thing as above or you can freestyle it and add your personal touch. Either way, we assure you that it will look awesome.
The succulent heaven
When we first saw this picture, we really thought that this is a sneak peek of succulent heaven. It turns out that it is actually a succulent obsessed person’s garden and a dream many of us would love to make a reality.
We don’t know who this garden belongs to or how long it took to put together, but we do know this is our new inspiration. Imagine the number of succulent hacks and tips you can learn from a person like this.
Before & After
Here is a before and after that left us really impressed. The person who posted this picture bought the house with the garden back in 2016 and 5 years later this is how it looks. They had a beautiful vision, and they made it happen!
We can only imagine the hard work and hours the homeowner put into this masterpiece but we can all agree it was worth it. Fair to say that this person should make a career of decorating gardens. We would totally hire them.
The seed library
Some years ago, a great mind came up with the idea of placing mini libraries around towns and cities. The rule is: you take a book and replace it with a book of your own. The idea and practice spread worldwide.
Not only did it catch on, but it inspired other little movements like this. For example, this little seed library was placed on a front lawn to encourage the community to share their seeds. The gardening community is really strong and wholesome as heck.
Urban garden
Who said that if you live in a city you can not have an amazing garden? Meet Alessandro! He lives in London and nothing could stop him from creating his own little green urban paradise. He did a fantastic job.
The greenhouse looks amazing, his little hang-out corner seems very comfy and on top of this, according to him this garden also gives shelter to beehives. Everything is organic and bee safe. This guy is inspiring us to do something with our apartment balconies.
Lock-down transformation
The pandemic had its positive side too. Staying home helped inspire a lot of us to change things, either about us or around us. Below, you can see what a lot of free time and boredom can do to a person.
The amount of creativity and hard work put into this project led to a garden that looks like it was designed by a professional. The simplicity and serenity of this place are so obvious that you can feel your batteries recharging just by looking at it.
Waste-free
If you are a gardener, chances are that you too value rainwater as much as us and other adults do. Rainwater is relatively clean and not only you can use it to feed your plants but also for consumption, if you can purify it.
Here is a really cool rainwater system that will take care of your green babies for you. And if you think that there would be a flooding risk to this system, the rocks are there to drain the water and make sure that the plants are not flooded.
Lawns
We don’t know about you but we used to love clean, unadorned lawns. You know, those that are symmetrically cut. Now, we love those lawns that have flowers, plants, or even fruits and veggies planted there. We love a packed yard!
The second house looks so full of life and color, it is magnetizing. They used every square inch of space available, right up to the end of the property line. This might take a lot of effort to start, but once you make it to this point, it would be beyond worth it.
Brick garden
Do you know that pile of bricks that were left after building your garage, the ones you kept just in case you’d need them one day? Well, we may have a tip for you on how to finally use them.
A brick garden! The idea is all in all very practical and looks like the blocks were created for this purpose. And if it looks like this at the start, imagine how cool it will look when the flowers start growing.
Colorful glass
One can never get enough of the beautiful colors of a garden but if you are not this type and you want to see more, we have the solution: a colorful stained-glass greenhouse. In an environment like this, gardening would be even more of a pleasure.
This awesome greenhouse was spotted in Brooklyn at a community garden and it makes us want to go to the shop and get some panels and start building. The only thing is, it is scientifically proven that the best environment for plants is given by clear or yellow light.
The succulent bench
This is something that we never knew we needed but now that we’ve seen it, we want it badly. What a brilliant way to incorporate some greenery in your outdoor seating. The final result came out so perfect, we really need a tutorial for this.
Despite the fact that it looks gorgeous, the project does not look like it cost a fortune. The wood looks like it was leftover wood from the fencing. We cannot help but wonder how much time it took the person to finish this.
Drought resistant flowers
There is nothing better than a front lawn that is packed with flowers, that is full of life and color. Sure, it is pretty hard to have a lawn like this when the weather outside is really hot. Notice we said “hard,” not “impossible.”
Well, there is a solution for this little problem too: drought-resistant flowers. Or better known as wildflowers. They are colorful, beautiful, and very diverse. And they are able to resist the sun, wind, and rain. These flowers are real baddies.
Bee crisis
For some years now the world has been going through a bee crisis. Bees are the main pollinators of the world and because of all the chemicals sprayed on the plants and trees, they are slowly disappearing. This person decided to do their part.
None of us want to know what would a world without bees look like. So because of this many people started taking action. Here, above, is an example of what you can do to help the fight against the bee crisis.
A sanctuary
There is nothing more battery recharging than a natural sanctuary like the one pictured below. A circle made up of very tall sunflowers is not something we would have thought of but we have to admit that it is an awesome idea.
One can hide in there, be protected from the sun, and even snack on the sunflower seeds while doing the things that they find relaxing. Not to mention, if you have kids, they will love playing in there. This is one of our favorite ideas.
Draining in style
And we have to say that this is a style most likely inspired by an article from Architectural Digest because the outcome looks really good and is also practical. And even when it’s not raining, the little project would still sparkle.
In order not to flood the lawn, the little rock “pathway” for the rainwater will help lead the water to the road, and most likely to drainage channels. This is also a great idea for those who are not interested in stagnant water.
Roof top paradise
If you think that living in an apartment can stop you from achieving your dream garden, then we have happy news. Here is the proof that you can garden everywhere, no matter the size of your space, as long as you have what is needed: water, soil, seed, and sun.
Apartment living did not stop this man from starting his own garden on top of his building, where he decided to plant fruits, herbs, and veggies. Here is him next to his dragon fruit plant. These are so expensive if you get them from the shop!
From nothing to something
Here is another reason for you not to throw away that pineapple top. You can plant it in a pot, take good care of it for a couple of years (usually 2 or 3) and then enjoy the brand new pineapple you helped give life to.
That is exactly what this couple did and the happiness on their faces the day they got to harvest their plant is obvious. Pineapples are pretty though plants; they don’t really need much so here is your sign to give it a try!
Bordom
Some of us get bored and waste our time in front of the TV or on our phones scrolling up and up. And some get up and work for their dreams, big or small. This Reddit user is definitely of this latter type.
She moved into a new house and while her husband was at work, she started to build her dream garden. According to her, this was her first time ever building something. The boredom got the better of her and drove her to do her best.
Cascading flower
Have you ever wondered how the plants from a flower bed are planted in order to look like a flower cascade? We sure have asked ourselves this, so here is the little trick that stands behind this awesome effect.
Here it is: a flower bed with holes in it, with the plants planted vertically on top of each other. The blossoms in the picture are petunias and they sure make us consider building our own cascade of flowers to give life to our balconies.
Small back yard
If you have a small backyard, don’t get discouraged! You can still create a beautiful and serene corner for yourself despite the lack of space. All you need is a bit of inspiration and creativity to help you manage the space you have.
This project progression is a great example that small gardens, too, have potential. You might think there are fewer options, but you can still create a cozy place where you can sit back and relax after a hard day at work.
Support
There is no support in this world like the support a well-fitted bra can give you. The woman who came up with this idea knows this very well. No wonder she sacrificed one of her bras in order to help her melons.
This time we’re talking about real watermelons. Because the little buddies were getting too big and heavy for the vines to be able to carry them, she had to do what she had to do to make sure her melons were supported.
Support level: 100
And since we are already talking about good support, here is another picture that shows support comes in all shapes and forms. This time it took the shape of a very abstract object. But it does not matter as long as it works.
This Reddit user’s orange tree made its first fruit but it was in danger of snapping off its home branch. Something had to be done and now this smol boi was supported and the branch seemed to be much less strained.
Small garden magic
If you are the owner of a small garden and you tend to neglect it, then this is the sign you never knew you needed that it’s time for you to put in some extra work and love into your garden.
The amateur garden architect who stands behind this project put a lot of work into it. It took him some time to clean up all those weeds, the trash, and who knows what other things were there. But it was worth it because the result is so cute.
Pure talent
There are people out there that practice their hobbies pretty often and that are so talented at them that they could literally make mad money from them. The artist who created this masterpiece below is definitely one of these favored people.
This person was indeed blessed with a very creative mind and eye because only a talented person could create such an oasis of serenity and peace. Not to mention those Koi fish are the cherry on top. This could be a public park.
The fight
While big agricultural companies spray chemicals on our foods, affecting the bees and slowly making them become an endangered species, some farmers in Europe agreed on planting flowers on their crops to help feed them. This has led to a beautiful arrangement.
This is the solution the European Union decided on in the battle against the bee crisis. The EU supports the farmers who do this by giving them a bonus. Not ideal but at the critical point that we are in, we should do whatever it takes.
Question
This little building detail that can go unnoticed is found on an apartment building in Seattle. It looks pretty abstract and cool but we have one question that really bugs us. How did they get these plants all the way up there? Oh, yeah, ladders.
