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A garden can be a relaxing oasis and a wonderful place to enjoy time with friends and family.
But if your backyard or front garden has been neglected for a while, it can be a little overwhelming and difficult to know where to start. It's often also not easy knowing what to do with narrow side access areas next to the house.
Fortunately, our clever and creative Bunnings Workshop community can provide plenty of advice and also the inspiration you need to pick up a tool and get cracking on transforming your garden.
Here’s the Top 10 most popular garden projects on Workshop by pageviews:
1. Backyard transformation by @LePallet
This comprehensive backyard makeover included landscaping, decking, raised garden beds, screening, planting, and new turf. There's also a wonderful play area for the kids, with a cubby, sandpit and chalkboard.
2. Side garden makeover by @shayden06
Narrow areas down the side of a house can be tricky to work with, but this combination of decking and garden beds came up a treat. It’s a practical solution for easy access as well as creating a space for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.
3. Backyard makeover by @maknilsin
With very limited space to work with and a modest budget, a stark and unappealing garden was transformed into an attractive and functional space perfect for outdoor entertaining. The planter boxes clad with timber decking boards have been particularly popular with the community, and double as bench seats for socialising.
4. Port Wine Magnolias as front yard screening by @suequarford
Wanting an attractive screening option for a sunny front yard on the NSW South Coast, Sue got expert advice about using Port Wine Magnolias as a hedge. The end result looks fantastic, utilising Camelia Sesanquas as well. We are looking forward to seeing them grow.
5. Back lawn makeover by @Ben
While reasonably large, this backyard was dark and unappealing, and grass had little chance to grow. Removing trees, landscaping, planting and laying new turf produced an amazing transformation.
6. Bluestone rounds to replace lawn by @Kate23
Without consistent sunlight it can be difficult to maintain lawn, so these gorgeous bluestone rounds are a fantastic, eye-catching alternative.
7. Adding drainage to fix a muddy lawn by @Ben
Fixing a muddy, unusable backyard mess required the installation of agi pipe in new drainage channels before returfing work.
8. Front yard makeover by @darylhewston
New paving allowed Daryl and Deb to get to the front door without getting dirty feet, while new garden beds and turf provided the finishing touch and dramatically improved the house’s street appeal.
9. First garden area with native hedge by @Adam_W
Resident horticulturalist Adam has started transforming his new property on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. This front garden includes a Murraya hedge and a row of Magnolias.
10. Garden flower ideas with oversized garden gnomes by @Jamespeter100
Workshop member James Peter has one of the most colourful gardens we’ve ever seen, combining beautiful flower displays with creative hand-built inhabitants like barnyard animal planters and even Daleks.
More inspiration for your garden
Other great projects recently shared by Bunnings Workshop community members:
Need help with your garden?
We encourage you to start a new discussion in the Garden board on Workshop. We have lots of experienced gardeners sharing their knowledge, including Bunnings team members and qualified horticulturalists.
You might also find our How to section very helpful, including the articles How to plan a garden makeover and How to give you garden a makeover.
Just let us know how we can help you with your garden makeover project.
Article updated: October 2020
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