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Garden and Yard

31 Garden Woodworking Projects for beginners

Published: Feb 22, 2024 by Morgan · As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This site contains affiliate links. ·

Ready to upgrade your garden space? Check out these amazing garden woodworking projects to inspire your next project!

Is your garden calling out for a little DIY love? Well, you're in luck because today, we're diving into the world of garden woodworking projects that are rewarding and incredibly fun to build.

Whether you've got a sprawling backyard or a cozy little patio, these easy-to-build garden furniture ideas will transform your outdoor space.

And don't worry. You don't need to be a carpentry wizard to bring these projects to life.

With a few basic tools and a sprinkle of creativity, you'll be on your way to creating a garden that's as inviting as it is impressive.

So, let's swap those garden gloves for safety goggles and get to woodworking!

Garden Woodworking Projects

Garden woodworking projects offer a unique blend of functionality and beauty. From classic planter boxes to a rustic garden bench, the possibilities are endless.

And let's not forget about the kids! Why not surprise them with a handmade sandbox or a whimsical fairy garden?

Whether you're aiming for a full garden makeover or just looking to add a few new pieces, these project tutorials are a great place to find inspriation and learn how to build it yourself.

Garden Woodworking Projects

Garden Woodworking Projects

We hope you find inspiration in these stunning garden projects!

Garden Woodworking Projects

An amazing collection of garden woodworking projects to inspire your next build!

How to Build a DIY Garden Arch Arbor- with PDF plans

Want to build a wood garden arch? You’ll love this tutorial and DIY garden arch plans!

How to build a DIY raised garden bed with trellis

Get ready for spring by learning how to build a DIY raised garden bed with trellis, perfect for growing trailing plants like blackberries, raspberries or squash!

Easy DIY garden bench- with plans!

An outdoor bench is a great place to spend a beautiful day, especially in the garden. Grab the details and plans for our easy DIY garden bench!

How to build a DIY elevated garden bed

Looking to build a DIY elevated garden bed? You’ve come to the right place! Learn how to build one and get the woodworking plans to make it easy!

How to build a raised garden bed - Cheap & Easy DIY!

Want to build a DIY raised garden bed for your yard? It’s an easy and cheap DIY and a great way to grow veggies if your soil isn’t perfect. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to build one!

How to build a potting bench with storage- PDF plans

This post will show you how to build a potting bench with storage for dirt, pebbles and tools. It’s the perfect option for someone who wants a good solution for potting and has printable PDF plans available to help you build it!

How to build DIY deck rail planters

If you have a deck or porch that is begging for some flowers or herbs, you’re going to want to check out this post on how to build simple DIY deck rail planters!

How to build a DIY wooden tomato cage

If your garden is starting to go crazy, you need to learn how to build a DIY wooden tomato cage that will support all of your climbing veggies this summer!

How to build a simple DIY planter box

This project will show you how to build a simple DIY planter box that is perfect for your annual flowers. Build a pair to grace your front door and swap out plants all year!

DIY wall-mounted yard tool organizer

Starting to rake fall leaves and realize you need a better way to store your outdoor lawn and garden tools? Look no further than this DIY wall-mounted yard tool organizer!

How to build a simple wooden wire trellis

If you have a trailing plant in your yard, it’s popular to build a trellis for the plant to climb. Read this post to figure out how to build a simple wooden wire trellis that has a wood frame and crossing wires. Your plants will thank you!

Photo Credit: treefarmdesignco.com

How to Build a Garden Gate (or two, or three)

A garden fence to keep unwanted things out is great but it’s a lot more useful if you build a garden gate or two to let you in. When we were planning our fence the design of the fence was very easy, just some horizontal pieces over the posts with welded wire between, all stained a nice light gray. Easy. But what to do about gates?

Photo Credit: sustainmycrafthabit.com

Free Wooden DIY Planter Box Plans

It was the perfect time to test out our new AXIS Cordless Reciprocating and Jigsaw to make a project that’s been on our list for a while: a wooden DIY planter box.

Photo Credit: sustainmycrafthabit.com

DIY Repurposed Sawhorse Wood Reindeer

Although you really can’t get much more rustic than these outdoor DIY wooden reindeer made from repurposed sawhorses, we think they are pretty darn cute!

Photo Credit: www.woodshopdiaries.com

How to Build a Garden Arbor | Building Plans With Optional Gate

In this post, I’m showing you how to build a garden arbor using basic tools and materials!

Photo Credit: www.woodshopdiaries.com

DIY Garden Beds with Arbor | BUILDING PLANS + VIDEO

In this post, I’m sharing how to build your own DIY garden beds with arbor!

Photo Credit: www.woodshopdiaries.com

DIY Wooden Planter Bench | BUIDLING PLANS!

In this post, I’m sharing how to build this DIY wooden planter bench!

Photo Credit: www.woodshopdiaries.com

Easy Spring DIY Planter Post | Great Mother's Day Gift Idea

In this post, I’m sharing how to create an easy DIY planter post to hang flowers on this spring and summer!

Photo Credit: www.woodshopdiaries.com

How to Build an Enclosed Walk-In Garden | BUILDING PLANS

In this post, I’m sharing how to build an enclosed walk-in garden with raised beds!

Photo Credit: maplewoodroad.com

DIY Plant Markers for a Beautiful Garden - Maplewood Road

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have fresh food growing in your own backyard, and for your garden to look as beautiful as Martha Stewart’s too! The first step toward achieving this is making these quick, easy, and inexpensive DIY plant markers!

Photo Credit: maplewoodroad.com

Easy DIY Mason Bee Hotel

EASY DIY MASON BEE HOTEL

Photo Credit: housefulofhandmade.com

DIY Inlay Garden Markers

Make these beautiful DIY garden markers to help identify all your planted seeds this year.

Photo Credit: housefulofhandmade.com

Beautiful Ladder Planter Vertical Garden

Grow flowers, herbs or vegetables in a small space with this vertical ladder garden.

Photo Credit: www.dabblinganddecorating.com

Adored One-of-a-Kind Handmade Birdhouse Restored

Do you love birdhouses in all shapes and sizes? This one-of-a-kind handmade birdhouse has always been a favorite of mine. My father built it many years ago, and I have always adored it. But It really wasn’t looking so good…

Photo Credit: www.dabblinganddecorating.com

Outdoor DIY Planter Shelf | Dabbling & Decorating

After an early and rainy spring day visit to Snug Harbor Farm in Kennebunk, Maine, I found the inspiration for this simple outdoor DIY planter shelf to display a terracotta pot collection that my mother had collected over the years here at our home in Coastal Maine.

Photo Credit: www.reinventeddelaware.com

The Easiest DIY Window Planter Boxes made with Fence Boards

Learn how to make your own beautiful and functional window planter boxes with this easy-to-follow tutorial. Using just a few basic tools and materials, you can create a custom window box that will add a touch of color and charm to your home.

Photo Credit: diydanielle.com

Anchor a Gazebo with Planters: With DIY Planter Box Plans

Learn how we built four easy DIY flower boxes to go around our gazebo posts to help weigh the gazebo down. Get the DIY Planter Box Plans!

Photo Credit: inspirationformoms.com

DIY Planter Trellis – Perfect For Container Gardens

Grow the container garden of your dreams with this easy diy planter trellis. Perfect for tomatoes or any vining plant!

Photo Credit: amber-oliver.com

DIY Raised Garden Beds

Learn how to build DIY raised garden beds using inexpensive cedar fence pickets.

Photo Credit: amber-oliver.com

DIY Potting Bench

Make a DIY potting bench using upcycled pallets! I even reused the nails making this a completely FREE project!

Photo Credit: jessicawellinginteriors.com

DIY Vertical Garden

Build a simple DIY vertical garden for decorative succulents or modify it for vegetables, herbs, or flowers. It’s the perfect addition to any outdoor space.

So there you have it a treasure trove of garden projects just waiting to be brought to life.
Happy garden designing, friends!

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