We all want a garden either in our backyard or on the balcony. And, while it’s not rocket science, having a lush and lively garden isn’t that easy. If you don’t grow it properly, your garden won’t look that great. The good news for everyone starting right now is that there are quite a few tips to follow which can make your garden superb.
Before you start, you will need to take a look at your backyard or balcony and decide how you want to grow it. For most starters, a vertical gutter is the best. It provides great drainage and can be a DIY project you can make with your own hands. Of course, you’ll need to measure the space in your backyard or on the balcony to determine the size of your garden.
You’ll also need the exact length of fence before you make a custom garden in your home. Depending on the height of your fence, you may want to use a gutter or something with a shorter design. Make the math work – if you don’t, your project will stretch on for too long and you’ll probably lose interest.
Without further ado, here are a few tips on how to build a better garden in your home.
Start with a General Frame
To build your frame, you first need to plan it. Measure the space for the gutter and the frame it’ll hold on to. You’ll need a top piece, a bottom part, and four pieces between them.
Glue the End Pieces
The vertical pieces should be glued on the top and bottom. Wood glue should do nicely for this step.
A Kreg Face Clamp Will Secure Everything in Place
Secure it all with a Kreg face clamp. It’s the best way to keep it all together without the construction falling apart.
Combine the Pieces with a Pocket Hole Jig
Next, use a pocket hole jig to combine the pieces – its angle will allow for great support that will hold up the gutter easily.
Mark the Points for the Hardboard
Mark the points where the hardboard will link up to the fence. Use joints – they look and work great.
Make Sure to Give the Gutter a Natural Slope
If there’s no natural slope, your gutter won’t work. Create a natural slope with two vertical pieces to give your pots extra drainage boost.
Connect the Brackets
Drill pilot holes and connect the brackets. Install them on your frame.
Connect the End Gaps
Cap the gutter on both ends.
Drill Drainage Holes
Drill two drainage holes at each end for even better pot drainage.
Place the Gutters and Collect the Fence
Fit it all together. Make sure the lower end is pointing away from the yard fence. Joints should help you install your vertical garden.
There it is! Behold your creation! It’s a bit of work, but hey, the satisfaction will be greater in the end than having someone else doing it for you.
