Unique Garden Decorations and Gadgets

The landscaping is done and the plants are happy in their appointed areas. Standing back, you smile at your accomplishment at your own private sanctuary or gloat at how jealous your neighbors will be. Standing there you realize that something is missing, something that will draw attention and bring a smile to everyone's face. You know you do not want a plastic pink flamingo or even a smiling (or mooning) gnome, but what to use? This article offers ten suggestions for garden decorations as well as helping keep you up your garden during growing seasons. There items can be found at your local gardening shop, home improvement store or even online at such places like www.gardenfun.com or www.katulas.com.

1. Splats (Suggested Retail Price $20). Made of cast resin and hand painted with UV protected paint and lacquered for years of shiny fun. These cats, birds, frogs and rooster (even have a pink flamingo) looked as though they did not stop in time before they hit the tree. They can also be mounted on walls or even placed in the garden to appear as though they did not land properly. Each is hand made and has smiling expressions looking like they feel goofy for such a mistake.

2. Solar Fiber-optic Garden Stakes (Suggested Retail Price $25 for 2). Mini fireworks for your garden. Each stake has its own integrated solar panel and rechargeable Ni-cad battery. Each stake is color changing from cool blues and greens to fiery reds and oranges. They will sway in the breeze, giving every changing appeal to your garden.

3. Garden Defense Electronic Owl (Suggested Retail Price $30). Most have seen these plastic owls watching over a garden, but this owl is different. Four motion sensors watch over the garden and when the interloper is detected, the owl will turn its head and let out a Great Horned Owl call that will send the interloper packing to another garden. A great way to keep your garden pest free without the use of harsh chemicals.

4. Motorcycle Birdhouse (Suggested Retail Price $20). Even the birds that visit the garden need to have a cool place to hang out. This cast resin birdhouse turns even the plainest bird into a biker bird. Good for small birds who like to hang out.

5. Healthy Pond Lily Dispenser (Suggested Retail Price $30). Provides a steady one month supply of healthy and beneficial enzymes and bacteria to keep your pond clean and free of unwanted growth. Good for up to a 1,200 gallon pond and safe for family and pets. This realistic water lily will float around and keep everything clear.

6. Easy Bloom Plant Sensor (Suggested Retail Price $60). Technology has finally made its way into your garden. Helps give a plant's eye view as to what they wish and what is needed. Following the simple guide, it goes from planting bed to computer to give you a detail analysis of what the plants needs and/or require. Good for anyone from beginning brown thumb gardeners to expert green thumbs.

7. LazyMan Liquid Soil Aerator (Suggested Retail Price $40 per gallon). Breaks down the chemical bonds that ties up water, air and nutrients that plants need to survive. No more machines or manual labor to loosen the soil, just dilute with water and spray on your garden or lawn during the growing season. Great for those yards that have hard soil or clay.

8. Mock Rocks (Suggested Retail Price $60 to $110). Each rock weighs no more than twelve pounds and is made hollow with polyethylene plastic to help cover up eye sores such as vents or water meters. Each realistic rock is colored and textured to match the real thing. If you want rocks without the weight, these rocks will help make a bold statement in your garden. Further they can be staked down for a permanent place in your yard.

9. Recycled Rubber Pavers (Suggested Retail Price $13 each). Measuring 12"x12"x1", these pavers help keep tires out of landfills while giving your feet a cushion while you walk. They do not crack, chip or break due to frost or heavy use. Comes in red or grey, they stay put and hold their shape. A good way to help the environment while adding a walkway to your sanctuary.

10. Waterbury Solar Fountain (Suggested Retail Price $270). No electric hook up needed. This massive fountain may only look heavy, but is made of lightweight weather resistant fiberglass. Classic in style and has the appearance of stone. Stands almost four feet tall, the solar panels help drive the fountain while holding two gallons of water to give your sanctuary the soothing sound of flowing water.