There’s nothing like trying to enjoy your patio while feeling the prying eyes of neighbors while you do. If you’ve ever felt that way, there’s an easy and attractive way to fight it. All you need are some fast-growing privacy plants! Fast-growing privacy plants establish a lovely “green screen” to filter out those prying eyes […]
Hardscape
Modern Landscape Essentials
The look of a modern landscape is so clean-lined and inviting, it’s no wonder it is gaining in popularity. Do you want your yard to have a modern landscape? There are some modern landscape essentials you need to know about first. These essentials are things that routinely show up in modern landscapes, and if you […]
Chippy Furniture Can Be Beautiful Garden Decor
Chippy furniture can be beautiful garden decor! So don’t get rid of those vintage or aging shabby chic pieces sitting in your garage or storage shed. All you need to do is re-imagine them in your garden. And no need for repainting. Here are some ideas to inspire you! Whether you want to convert an […]
House Number Planter To Show Off Your Home And Your Green Thumb
Everyone needs house numbers on the front of their home–it’s a real safety issue. But are you seeing the fun possibilities for a gardener? I’m talking about house number planters you can use to show off your house number and your green thumb, all in one fell swoop! Check out these amazing planters you […]
How to Design a Feng Shui Garden
Feng Shui and gardens go hand-in-hand, or at least they should! Let’s discuss Feng Shui for gardeners today. If you aren’t well-versed in Feng Shui, you’re going to learn something new. And if you have long admired the art, you’re going to get some wonderful inspiration to help you design your own Feng Shui […]
Wild West Garden Theme
Are you partial to the rustic charm of the old wild, wild west? Why not highlight some of that rustic charm in your landscape? It’s a fun and interesting way to liven up your outdoor surroundings. Today’s post is all about wild west garden themes, and how you can give your garden a touch of […]
Garden Design: Modern Landscape Elements
Take a look inside a modern home, and you will see that everything has a place. Clean lines are the rule, and clutter is a huge no-no. Those same rules are applied to a modern landscape. A modern landscape is really the opposite of a classic English garden. In an English garden, the plants are […]
Outdoor Kitchen Ideas: Get Your Apron On!
There’s nothing like spending the warm weather months cooking and dining in an outdoor kitchen. If you enjoy outdoor living as much as we do at Bless My Weeds, you’ll enjoy today’s post featuring outdoor kitchen ideas. Get your apron on and get ready to cook! So what does your outdoor kitchen have to have […]
Backyard Lighting: 10 Beautiful Ideas
You can make your own version of these or you can get lighted rocks/planters that you can place around your yard. Not only do they act as great decorations throughout the day, but they provide just the right amount of backyard lighting when the sun sets. This is a great option if you have a […]
18 DIY Greenhouses
If you want a quick and easy greenhouse for just a few plants, then a clear, plastic water bottle is your best bet. You just stick the cleaned water bottle over the top of the plant (securing it well) and the plastic will trap the heat, creating a mini greenhouse. There’s always the classic greenhouse frame, […]