How to create a bed of tree stumps

After the carcass of an old tree in the garden is a tree stump, which spoils the overall design of the garden. But do not rush to remove the element of bizarre, since from it you can create an original flower bed effortlessly. Flowerbed of stumps - a natural garden decor that is sure to complement portion of their unusual appearance. To learn how to make a flower bed in a stump with his own hands, read below.

Construction of flowerbed

Before starting work, you need to examine the lack of education on the stump rot and mildew. It should not be present insects.

If you are on the stump rotting or it was chosen by bark beetles, to make a flower bed do not turn out. After inspecting the condition of the stump, you can create an impromptu flower bed.

Using a small ax in the center ridge hole is made at a distance of 5 cm from the edge. The depth depends on the type of plants planted. If the flowers are placed in the pot, then the depth of the hole will match his height.

Then the stump was treated with antiseptic to prevent rot and fracture. Top coated layer of lacquer.

To warn the base of a flower bed of stagnant water, develop drainage system. To do this, using a drill make a few holes along the edge of the stump. At the bottom beds sprinkled gravel or small stones.

drainage layer is laid on top of the soil corresponding to the colors. The soil should be rich in minerals. Then proceed to the precipitation of plants.

Everything for a natural fit flower garden plants with shallow root system:

· Marigolds;

· Petunias;

· Pansies;

· Nots;

· Cornflowers and others.

Supplement composition flowerbed

Sometimes, for the full completion of the image of a flower bed of a stump planting is not enough. To create the perfect form, you can experiment with different materials and decor.

For a better feel of the composition around the stump can install ceramic garden sculptures. For illumination, you can use a small street lamps working on solar battery.

Center flower garden can ennoble decorative stones of different colors. Embellish flower bed possible decorative elements for the mini-garden. You can bring a lot of ideas at the discretion of the grower.

Secrets for the production of hemp flower garden

1. To facilitate the work when creating a core in the stump will help drill and drill. A few make a hole much simplify the work.

2. The core can be prepared by means of burning out. To do this, the center of the stump poured a little combustible material and set on fire.

After the formation of the bottom surface is filled with water to a stump not burnt completely.

3. For the convenience of caring for flowers, it is better to establish them in pots. Suitable for planting low-growing flowers.

To convert an old stump in the flower bed do not need to exert much effort. A flower bed of the stump - the original solution for decorating the garden, which will surely attract the attention of visitors.