Experts at Paving Direct have analysed Pinterest data to find the most popular DIY garden projects to minimise gardening efforts for landlords.
1: Improve the curb appeal
The top DIY garden trend for 2021 is enhancing your curb appeal, with 65,521 Pinterest pins. With the curb being the first impression which tenants have of the home, landlords should consider making small changes to the front gardens by painting the garage door and transforming their mailbox to give potential tenants a pop of colour and charm.
2: Hanging herb gardens
Next is a new spin on herb gardens, where keen planters have been attempting hanging herb gardens for their kitchens and outdoor spaces. Using mason jars or planters, and hanging wire, landlords can build miniature herb gardens which double up as display pieces. Hanging these herb gardens outside can help to add a new dimension to the space for tenants and enhance the appeal of the property for any upcoming viewings.
3: Creative garden planters
Creative planters have been a popular trend in 2021, with 28,257 repins on Pinterest. Here, landlords have the opportunity to get creative by using old items which may have been left behind by previous tenants in the garden to make planters. Interesting ideas for planters include recycled plant tyres, wheelbarrows, and old shoes.
4: Vertical gardens
Particularly handy for landlords who want to create a green space but have smaller gardens to work with, vertical gardening focuses on techniques to allow plants to grow upwards rather than horizontally. Vertical gardens also give an opportunity to get creative with wooden pallets, old ladders, or even bicycle wheels interweaved with the vertical space.
5: Tree stump removal
With a growing number of garden enthusiasts thanks to lockdown, landlords should take the time to remove any unwanted trees or hedges within the space before new tenants move in. By drilling holes into the tree stump and applying 100% Epsom salt and a small amount of water, landlords can ensure the tree stumps they leave behind have died and will not grow new shoots over time.
6: Raised garden beds
Great for smaller spaces, raised garden beds are in seventh place with 24,788 repins. Adding raised beds can add another dimension to a space, also providing easier access to any vegetables or fruit which new tenants may choose to grow.
7: Outdoor play areas for children
With the increasing amount of time that children spent at home during lockdown, gardens have become a place for them to get creative with new projects. One popular DIY trick for landlords is to create an outdoor play area with a chalkboard, using chalkboard paint and a sheet of plywood or a hollow wooden door. Once this is done, the chalkboard can simply be hung up or positioned in the garden for children to enjoy.
8: DIY terrariums
As a partially or fully enclosed plant, the terrarium plant is perfect for beginner gardeners with its semi-self-regulating nature. With a few rocks, sand, crushed charcoal, and soil, this DIY terrarium can be created using glass bowls, old spice tins, or jars, making it perfect for dressing the house when potential tenants are viewing the property.
Cass Heaphy, Digital Director at Paving Direct, commented: “Over lockdown we have seen a number of individuals take on their gardens as a DIY project, getting inventive with recycling old items and laying paving slabs themselves. This kind of look is particularly popular as Brits are unable to getaway in the sun and attempt to recreate a villa feel in their own home.
“By doing some of the work themselves, landlords can expect to save thousands on the cost of landscaping and garden design. With some garden designers suggesting starting prices of £5,000 for a 100 square metre landscaped garden, many individuals are keen to get creative and try their hand at gardening.”
