Creating a Mailbox Garden
Time
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★ ★ ★Creating a mailbox garden is a simple way to add some curb appeal to your home. Whether you use colorful perennials or evergreen plants, you can create a beautiful “welcome” for your visitors.
Tools
Landscape Spray Paint
Lawn Mower
Mulch
Newspaper
Paint
Potting Soil
Pruners
Round Shovel
Water Hose
Various Plants
1
Spray outline of desired garden bed around mailbox.
2
Scalp existing turf with lawn mower or weed eater.
3
Lay 3-5 sheets of newspaper over scalped area, watering as you go.
4
Add soil/compost mix to outlined area: depth: 12-36 inches.
5
Plant into mound.
6
Add 1” of decorative mulch.
7
Water thoroughly.