A person's garden should be their own private Zen zone, where they can go when they need to feel a little bit closer to nature, feel the sun on their face, breathe in the fresh air and take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life … not to mention those picturesque summer nights with friends around a fire pit. However, redesigning your garden can be a costly affair, and if you do not have a lot of disposable income, or simply just do not want to spend that much, then we have an abundance of ideas, tips and trick for you to redesign your garden on a budget.

Pallet Furniture.

We are sure that you have seen pallet garden furniture around before, those DIY projects someone is always posting on their Instagram story, and you think to yourself: I could totally do that. Well now is that time! You absolutely can make your own garden furniture out of old pallets; it is significantly cheaper than buying garden furniture, and you do not have to make any compromises, as you can make it the exact design and shape you want it; you can even add your own personal touches. There are plenty of designs available online, and ways to construct the furniture, so get your toolbox out, and start designing your ideal garden furniture!

Outdoor Lighting.

We have said it before, and we will say it again and again: lighting is a very powerful tool, and one that can be utilized to create a whole new atmosphere in your garden. Summer nights call for a BBQ in the garden, with friends, followed by an evening around the fire pit. However, it is no good redesigning your garden if you are not able to enjoy its newfound beauty in the evenings. Adding some lighting to your new design will not only highlight the nighttime beauty of your garden, but can also add some décor to the space. The classic fairy or string lights are an ideal way to bring a nice ambient glow to your seating area, with a variety of ways to display them, from wrapping them around surrounding trees or plants, or simply placing them in a jar and using them as a centerpiece for your garden table. You can also add some extra magic to your garden path with our In-ground Spike lights that are IP65 rated for safe outdoor use. And having lights guide you way along the garden path will add to the ambient glow. Should you have decking in your garden, another fool proof option is to add some decking lights. These are small inground spotlights, incredible for adding low level lighting to your garden, without taking up too much space.

Recycle, recycle, recycle.

Redesigning your garden on a budget is also a great way to declutter your home, repurposing old household furniture into functional garden décor. You can use old teacups, jars or jugs to create smaller flower displays. By grouping small pots of bright flowers together you can give your garden a pop of colour. Also, try giving that tired old chest of drawers a new lease of life with a coat of paint and using it as a tidy for all your gardening tools and equipment. Using an old bookcase or shelving unit means that you can create vertical planting displays which are ideal for smaller outdoor areas.

DIY.

There are plenty of DIY projects you can take on to redesign your garden on a budget. Pull out those paintbrushes and paint your fences a new colour (be sure to choose weather resistant paint of course). If you have a boring square or rectangle garden, you can break up the space with a simple gravel path, and create garden zones for different purposes. Adding borders to your flowerbeds can add some extra décor to your garden as well; from wooden plank borders to metal, there are some available for any garden décor theme.