When the weather starts to grow more favorable, we begin to spend more time outdoors. Create a kids outdoor play area for your child in the backyard to keep them busy while you are doing your garden work. Although they can be helpful, it’s smart to give them their own area to play in.
The jungle motif bench from Teamson is a fun pick that will spark that adventurous side.
Add in an elephant or two such as this one by ZUO in pink or green to enhance the jungle theme.
The casual Adirondack chair is also a smart addition to the child’s garden space, providing a little extra comfort as they take a snack break.
The best way to keep the little ones busy while you are working the yard is to create a pathway to their area constructed with kid-friendly materials such as a recycled rubber edging filled in with wood chips. Wood chips are fantastic for absorbing the impact of a stumbler and are used extensively on playground areas.
Next, create a seating area with a surface that’s perfect for racing cars and trucks, such as recycled rubber “brick”pavers. They are easy to clean, and look great in the yard. You will also want to give them a little garden of their own to dig in—whether it’s a grouping of potted plants, or a row of their favorite flowering plants in slightly raised boxes. Encircle the play area with boxwood hedging to make it feel like a kiddie oasis while still giving you a clear sight-line of their adventurous antics.