subject: Decorating Your Garden – The Urban Gardener's Guide To Cover-Up Eyesores [print this page] Decorating Your Garden The Urban Gardener's Guide To Cover-Up Eyesores
Decorating your garden should be fun and exciting. However, during the decorating process, several problems might manifest. To follow are some top problems that can be solved with just a bit of imagination.
1. Utility Boxes
Utility boxes, vents, and unsightly covers can completely ruin the entire make-up of your garden. Utility boxes can be difficult to disguise or cover-up, due to the fact that they are quite sizeable.
One frequent work-around for an obtrusive utility box would be to invest in a faux rock. Faux rocks are made out of plastic, but look like rock. They are designed to beautify your yard by covering unsightly eyesores. These lightweight units are hollow and come in various sizes, depending on the dimensions of your problem!
2. Rainwater storage
If you are an avid gardening, you should already have a rainwater storage tank! Unfortunately, rainwater storage tanks have a tendency to stand out, especially if you have one of those food-grade barrels!
Recently, several need designs of rain barrels have surfaced that look like terracotta urns. In fact, neighbors will not realize that your terracotta urn is:
Made out of plastic, and
Is actually a rain barrel!
The Madison rain barrel (shown below) is a perfect example of a flat-back rain barrel that looks gorgeous against any facade. Many models come with built-in fountains and planters.
3. The Compost Heap
All gardeners understand the benefits of producing nutrient-rich compost for the plants. Not only is it an environmentally-friendly practice, but it also helps save money if you don't have to buy expensive commercial fertilizers!
Unfortunately, a compost heap in the middle of the garden not only turns your backyard into a dump, but it also attracts unwanted attention from critters.
If you're going to compost in your backyard, please do invest in an animal safe compost bin or tumbling composter! Many composters can either be very aesthetically pleasing, or can be stowed away due to their small footprints.
To conclude, there are many practical ways to cover-up eyesores, many of which can be found on the Internet, with a simple click of your mouse!
