As everyone with a green thumb knows, a garden is always a work in progress. Even when your plants are doing well, and there are no weeds in sight, every seasonal change is an invitation to experiment. If you feel compelled to try something new this summer but are unsure where to begin, P & M Garden Services can help. They’ve been providing garden supplies and plants to customers in Eagle River, AK for more than 40 years, and they always keep an eye out for the latest trends and best new approaches to plant cultivation.

Here, they recommend a few fun and easy projects you can try this summer.

Update Your Labels

Commercial plant labels tend to fade and become brittle after long-term sun exposure. Instead of leaving them outside,  bring them inside and keep them with the rest of your garden supplies so you can later refer to them. Replace them with durable DIY alternatives like wooden popsicle sticks, stamped spoons, or chalkboard paint labels on the pots.

Plant Vertically

When you no longer have room in your garden beds for new plants, look up. Install an elevated or multi-tiered bed for smaller plants or seedlings. You can also install outdoor shelving, either as a freestanding unit or one mounted to a wall, to display your potted plants.

Introduce New Colors

Even if you have a preferred color palette for your garden, summer is a great time to branch out. One or two new hues is sure to revitalize the space. To ensure your new plants acclimate, look for wildflowers native to Alaska—they’re more likely to thrive in their environment than non-native plants. The team at  P & M Garden Services will help you find locally grown varieties that make your plant beds more colorful and exciting.

Bring the Inside Out

If there's a piece of furniture or decor you feel would be better suited in your garden instead of your dining room, take it outside. You can protect metal and wood pieces from rust and water damage by applying a sealant. Update any upholstery with waterproof fabrics.

Redefine the Space

Using plants to establish different zones can add definition to your garden and outdoor living space. Both potted plants and shrubs are great for defining different areas while tall plants around the perimeter give you more privacy. If you have a large yard, use other garden supplies like pavers or gravel to mark pathways.

To learn more about these unique projects and the garden supplies you need to make them a reality, visit P & M Garden Services. Their helpful team will guide you through their inventory, so you find the products that will bring your garden to life. Contact them online or call (907) 694-9293 to discuss your ideas. Like their Facebook page for store updates and plant care tips.