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Wooden StructuresWooden structures can be used in the garden to provide support for plant material and to define the elements of "outdoor rooms;" the trellis becomes a wall, the arbor a door, the pergola a roof - a gazebo combines all of these. The design of these features should take into account probable weight loads from plants, natural forces of wind, moisture and sun and the properties of the wood itself. Including wooden structures in the landscape offers us the opportunity to recycle material from "nature's garden" to our own. An accomplished, creative carpenter could provide the proper design and building techniques necessary for the successful assembly of these projects. The do it yourself builder could attempt a simple trellis, and if successful, proceed to more detailed projects. Perhaps the best alternative is to purchase kits of precut materials and assemble these on site. The following are a few examples of wooden structures:   
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 Creating your own pond, waterfall and stream is one of the most rewarding home improvements you will ever complete. If you can use a shovel and follow simple directions, you'll soon be able to enjoy countless hours of peaceful contemplation beside your own water garden. Do It Yourself!  Choose from reasonably priced quality furniture, arbors, gazebos, trellises, outdoor fireplaces, hammocks, patio heaters, plant stands, umbrellas, planters, sundials, windchimes and many other garden accessories.  Using a high quality tool makes all the difference! We carry Felco, Fiskars, Corona, Solo and other proven brands: cultivators, planters, havesters, loppers, shears, rakes, saws, sprayers and more. Do It Right the First Time!  Choose the right gift among favorites like poetry stones, tree faces, bamboo door curtains and banners, candles and more. Throughout the Landscape Market, in all categories, you'll find quality products to please your gardening friend. |
Dan Eskelson
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