Have you ever wanted to plant a flower garden? It’s a wonderful way to add color and life to any yard or garden. Flowers are also a lot easier to care for than plants, since they’re actually small plants that require very little maintenance. If you’ve ever tried to water your plants and have had trouble keeping them alive, flower garden fences may be exactly what you need.
Flower garden fences are really nothing more than a flower garden fence made from decorative materials, such as wood. This type of fence is a good way to add color to your flower garden, without having to actually grow anything. From wooden bricks to natural ropes and even some reclaimed items, there are lots of different ideas here for building a beautiful fence for your flower garden. You don’t even have to purchase a flower garden fence for your yard – there are plenty of flower garden fences that you can build yourself. These are usually pretty easy to build and most of them have such a beautiful decorative quality that you won’t even be able to tell that they were once posts or beams meant to keep deer out.
You can make a fence from just about any type of wood, though the most common types of material used for DIY flower beds fences are redwood and cedar. Redwood is probably the best choice if you live in the country, as it doesn’t decay as fast as some other types of wood and it is resistant to insects and rotting. However, if you live in the city or near the forest, cedar is probably a better choice. Cedar will not decay as quickly, and it has natural insect repellents that will keep most pests away. Both types of wood will add a unique beauty to your flower bed, and your fence will be sturdy enough to last for many years.
If you’d rather skip the fence altogether, you can always use chicken wire to keep your critters out. Simply get some cheap chicken wire (you can get this at your local hardware store) cut to the exact length you need and lay it down in your flower bed. Then you can simply screw in little wooden posts along the top to make your flower garden fence.
Of course, if you’re more interested in protecting your plants than protecting your garden, then you may want to get some real ornamental garden fencing. Ornamental fencing can be found just about anywhere, and you can easily find decorative wooden posts and railings to use on yours. There are lots of different designs available, so if you’ve got an idea in mind, you should be able to find a decorative wooden fence that suits your style. Ornamental garden fencing is great because it gives you a focal point in your flower garden that really draws people into your garden. It’s also quite inexpensive, so you don’t have to worry about breaking your budget over it.
Another way to create a flower garden fence that’s both practical and stylish is to simply use repurposed materials. For example, you can repurpose any number of items to use as garden fences. Some people like to start with classic fence posts and railings to create a fence, and then later on decide to replace those materials with something a little more modern or unique. You could find a classic hand painted wrought iron post that would suit perfectly as a garden fence. Or maybe you have a fence that’s been damaged by the elements and you could simply replace it with a wood frame to match your existing landscape. The possibilities are endless.
If you prefer something more subtle, you can still create a flower garden fence that’s attractive without being too ornamental. Using plants that don’t require much maintenance can add a lovely touch of natural style. You might start out with a flower bed that’s not very high and then add a privacy gate or fence to prevent deer or other animals from getting to the flower bed. Some common plants that are often used to provide privacy include tall fescues and shrubs. You can also easily add some smaller plants, such as a bed of lavender or an assortment of marigolds or basil to create a more subtle, yet beautiful garden fence.
If you really want to create a DIY garden fence that’s really cheap, you can always purchase wooden posts and railings from your local home improvement store. There are many different types of wooden posts and railings to choose from, and they’re usually less expensive than some other options you have. Also, you can sometimes purchase a whole set of posts and railings from one store, at a lower price than if you bought them individually. So, in the end, if you don’t mind doing a little DIY work, this is a great option for you – and it actually turns out to be a pretty inexpensive way to decorate your backyard!