Adding a Workof Art to Your Backyard

A couple of weeks ago, we hashed out how a novice do-it-yourselfer could easily build a redwood deck. With simple redwood deck plans, materials and a few tools, you can transform an ordinary outdoor lebensraum into a relaxing retreat. And for the homeowner inspired by the easy-to-work-with characteristics of redwood lumber, redwood planter are a fantastic complement to a deck, fence, or outdoor garden furniture. In fact, for those with special space for outside landscaping, planters can be an easy first project to begin transforming your yard.

With a trifle planning and inspiration, redwood planters can be a great addition to your backyard. The popular Petaluma Planter design has been a favorite of homeowners and do-it-yourselfers for years. More complicated designs, such as octagon or triangular-shapes, are always an option too. Because of its superior workability, a variety of designs are a snap to complete with genuine redwood lumber. Add your favorite trees, plants, flowers, herbs or vegetables to complete the personal touch to your redwood planter.

You can also make multi-functional redwood planters quickly and easily. For example, adding wheels or casters means a redwood planter can be displaced to sunnier areas of the yard or deck, or moved to covered areas to protect plants from inclemency. And you can easily make room for the barbecue, or find places for the new redwood lawn furniture you plan on building with your newfound designing skills.  

For additional space to rest and relax, a combination redwood planter and bench are perfect for outdoor social affair, offering the benefits of the planter box and a cozy place to sit and enjoy the world outside. The typical bench design includes the planter on one or both sides of a bench, but you can also incorporate a circular bench around a tree also. 

Whether you decide to design your own redwood deck and planters, hire a contractor or just want more ideas and stirring for your backyard works-of-art, Humboldt Redwood Company can help get you started creating redwood structures that are both arresting and multi-functional. Visit our The place where to Buy Humboldt Redwood page to find our top-of-the-line products in your area.