Standout SPACES
Gardening can be a relaxing and rewarding activity on a beautiful summer day, and when materials and tools are organized neatly in a dedicated spot, the task becomes less work and more play. A potting bench or table is a practical place to store frequently used supplies, but it can also give you a chance to let your decorating style shine.
Choose a covered outdoor area or outbuilding for your workspace and start with a rustic piece like this weatherbeaten, character-rich workbench or a newly assembled potting station. Next, increase its storage potential with functional add-ons that keep garden gear efficiently sorted: hooks to hang a hose and tools, baskets to contain mulch and soil, jars to hold birdseed and clothespins, tins to corral seed packets and plant markers, and buckets to keep flower and plant cuttings fresh. And