Guest Picks: Rustic Garden Refinements

Few things taste better than freshly picked produce. My husband and I constructed a large vegetable plot this year, and I didn’t want the beauty to stop at the brightly colored vegetables. This ideabook is chock-full of suggestions for bringing rustic style to a functional outdoor garden space, even if you prefer to grow just flowers. — Angela from Fixing It Fancy

Raised Bed Garden Kits - $160I fell in love with raised beds after seeing them in movie gardens, like the one in It’s Complicated. Obviously, these serve a functional gardening purpose, but the wood grain against the color and texture of plants is gorgeous. And as these boxes age and weather, their beauty will only increase.


Oak Plant Labels Engraved by Trees 2 Timber, Set of 5 - $8.65Labeling your vegetables makes life much easier. I like the look of these hand-engraved oak labels better than the standard metal tags. The artist sources the oak from local trees, and the tannin in the oak is a natural preservative, so they don’t require treatment to avoid rotting.


Braided Vines Obelisk - $88There’s something about pyramid trellises that I’m really drawn to, especially ones made with natural materials. This Braided Vines piece is made with natural vines and is sure to be a gorgeous addition to any flower or vegetable garden!


Garden Tool Set by Fisher Blacksmithing - $246Is it just me, or does this hand-forged gardening tool set capture the essence of rustic style? These are created by a blacksmith in Bozeman, Montana, and I want — no, need — a set.


Klismos Bench - $995Sometimes you need a place in or near the garden where you can rest your feet and just admire the fruits (no pun intended) of your labor. A lot of natural wood usually works its way into a garden space, and a bench is a good opportunity to bring in a touch of metal.


Amish Handmade Potting Bench - $129.95I prefer the look of reclaimed or weathered wood as opposed to new. This handmade Amish potting bench would be a beautiful addition to any garden. It’d be sure to save you from a few backaches from bending over to plant as well.


Large Dark Gray Concrete Planter by Rosebud Designs - $15Sometimes we all run out of space and need extra room for herbs and veggies. Or perhaps a container garden is just a better fit for you. Either way, I love this dark gray concrete planter.


Organic Zefa Fino Fennel Seeds - $3.46I prefer to grow organic produce in my own garden. Seeds of Change is an excellent online source for certified organic seeds of heirloom and traditional varieties.


Women’s Leather Gauntlet Glove - $42Prevent calluses and dirty fingernails with a sturdy pair of gardening gloves. I love the look of this leather pair.


Antique Rusty Cowbells by Callooh Callay, Set of 2 - $72Wind chimes make a great addition to a garden. Not only do they add a touch of decor, but the sound tends to scare off a few critters. Plus, if you select a sound that speaks to you, it creates a nice ambience. I think cowbells have a subtle, low sound and work wonderfully strung on a chain or thick rope.


Bamboo Pipes Wind Chime - $7.99Here's another wind chime option: bamboo pipes. The sound is soft and subtle, and the look is natural.


Duxbury FencingHere in New Jersey we have lots of garden trespassers: deer, black bears and foxes in addition to the usual squirrels, rabbits etc. Fencing is essential for keeping a garden safe. I love the look of horse fencing like this. Over time the wood will age and take on a weathered, reclaimed look.


Pallet Planter - $40Pallet gardens are an awesome way to grow herbs and flowers in a small space. And they certainly look rustic!


Rustic Wire Basket With 3 Mason Jars With Flower Frog Lids - $19.23Bring a bit of your garden indoors and let some herbs or flowers add scent and beauty to your space. These mason jars with gridded lids are perfect for keeping flowers and herb stalks alive inside for a few days.


Chalkboard Lid Mason Jar by 1331 Design - $2.99When harvesting season is over, can your extra produce for the colder months. These jars have chalkboard lids so you don’t have to get out the paper labels.


Miniature Spice and Seed Glass Jars, Set of 4 - $4.49Don’t let extra seeds from your garden go to waste. These little bottles are great for storing extra vegetable, fruit or flower seeds for later in the season or next year.


Custom-Designed Vegetable and Herb Seed Printable Labels by 1331 Design - $7.99Label your extra seeds with these cute printables from Etsy.


Brass Water Tap - EUR 17Add a touch of rustic glam to your garden hose tap with this beautiful brass piece.


Behrens 210 Steel Watering Can - $22.02A watering can is useful for gardening in small spaces where a hose isn’t appropriate. I own this galvanized steel version. It’s large but not heavy, making watering plants a breeze.


Hanging Mason Jar Solar Light by Lizzy Lane Farm - $21Don’t forget to light up your garden space in the evenings so that you can enjoy your hard work at all times! This solar-powered mason jar light is perfectly rustic and ecofriendly.

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