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75 Outdoor Upgrades for Under $75

By The Editors of This Old House, This Old House magazine
potted plant with shimmering sea glass laid over soil Photo:  Andrew McCaul
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21. Perk Up Potted Plants

Add shimmer to a potted plant by spreading tumbled sea glass over the soil. The aggregate also helps lock in moisture and prevent weeds from sprouting. Pick glass in the same hue as 
your pot for a striking monochromatic effect.

Cobalt sea glass, about $9 per pound; gelstuff.com

Gallery: 100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100
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