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6 Fresh Garden Ideas for Spring

March 28, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

I’m posting this in an effort to ward off the cold weather spirits and bring some sun and warmth to southeast Wisconsin! Sheesh, enough already with the temps in the 30’s! I am so itching to plant some herbs and veggies, but this weather is wreaking havoc on my plans. Meanwhile though, I’m gathering some inspiration from around the net, so check out these awesome garden ideas.

1. Recycled Container Garden
2. Glass Totems
3. Seedling Markers
4. Pallet Garden
5. How to Make a Garden Planter Box
6. Suspended Garden

Do you know a little gardener? Check out these DIY Garden Kits, perfect for gift giving.

Looking for more garden marker ideas? Check these out on Etsy    Starting your garden from scratch? Check out these Seed starter pots and mini greenhouse to help your plants get the best start. I do not have a green thumb at all, in fact, I have been known to ruin a plastic plant (long story) but  I do love how calm and serene it can be working in a quiet garden.

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Comments

  1. maggy, red ted art says

    March 28, 2011 at 7:22 am

    Aah how lovely! Thank you for the feature of our recycled container garden! Will add a button!!!

    Maggy

  2. gail says

    March 28, 2011 at 3:00 am

    hey! thanks for featuring my glass totems!

    gail

  3. Chris at Thinly Spread says

    March 28, 2011 at 8:21 am

    Thank you SO much for featuring my Recycled Container Gardening! I hope it cheers you and brings you the sunshine!

    Chris

  4. Shannon of ** Happiness Is...** says

    March 28, 2011 at 4:25 pm

    Aw, thanks for including my post! I love your blog 🙂 xo

  5. Chaotic Mom says

    April 1, 2011 at 4:58 pm

    I think I have all of these on my Pinterest boards, cool! 😉

  6. david says

    March 16, 2013 at 8:42 pm

    Thank’s great pictures’ gave me inspiration for Garden Ideas for Spring.

Trackbacks

  1. Red Ted Art's Blog » Blog Archive » How To… Get Started on a Recycled Container Garden (Guest Post) says:
    March 28, 2011 at 7:26 am

    […] Hi Maggy! I’ve put together a round up of great garden projects on Craft Gossip today and included your post. You can see it here http://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/6-fresh-garden-ideas-for-spring/ […]

Have you read?

Building with Nature: My Experience with Natural Birdhouses

If you’re someone who enjoys DIY woodworking projects and has a soft spot for garden wildlife, Natural Birdhouses by Maria and Amen Fisher is a must-read. I picked this book up recently and have been completely inspired by the earthy, sustainable approach it offers to building homes for birds, bats, and even beneficial bugs.

What really drew me in was the focus on using found wood and natural materials—think branches, logs, reclaimed boards, and other bits of nature you can often source from your own backyard or a nearby forest. Not only does this make the projects eco-friendly, but it also gives everything a beautiful, rustic feel that blends effortlessly into any garden or backyard setting.

The book includes 25 step-by-step projects, all clearly explained and illustrated, which makes it accessible for both beginner and seasoned crafters. Even if you don’t have a fully-equipped workshop, most of these can be tackled with just a few basic tools and a bit of patience.

I started with a simple birdhouse design, using some weathered fence boards I had stashed in the shed. The instructions were easy to follow, and I was surprised how quickly it came together. Within a couple of days of putting it out in the garden, a curious little sparrow showed up—talk about instant reward! I’ve since bookmarked the bat box project and one of the insect hotel builds for next weekend.

What I really love about this book is that it’s not just about crafting; it’s about encouraging wildlife and creating a more natural, welcoming habitat right in your own yard. It’s a great way to involve kids, too—mine were fascinated by the idea of building a bug hotel and couldn’t wait to help collect materials.

If you’re looking for nature-inspired DIY garden projects that not only look good but also serve a purpose, Natural Birdhouses is full of ideas that check all the boxes. It’s creative, environmentally conscious, and a great way to spend time outdoors while giving something back to the ecosystem.

I’d definitely recommend this to anyone into sustainable gardening, backyard birdwatching, or rustic outdoor décor. Let me know if you give it a try—I’d love to hear what you build!

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