Weekend Warrior Projects: 3 Spring Projects to Boost Your Backyard Game

Spring is your yard’s time to shine—and you don’t need a full landscape overhaul to make a big impact. With just a weekend, a vision, and the right equipment from SunSouth John Deere, you can upgrade your outdoor space in ways that boost curb appeal, function, and fun. Here are three DIY projects perfect for homeowners looking to level up their lawn this season.

1. Build a Raised Garden Bed (In Just a Day)

If you’ve ever wanted fresh herbs, veggies, or a patch of flowers right outside your door, a raised garden bed is the perfect starter project. It keeps your plants organized, improves soil drainage, and adds structure to your yard.

You’ll need: treated lumber or stone, soil, and your favorite plants.

Pro tip: Use a compact John Deere tractor and tiller to prep your base and move soil with ease—no back-breaking labor required! You can find our blog with more information about garden beds here.

2. Install a Fire Pit

Extend your spring evenings with a cozy fire pit. Whether you go simple with a DIY gravel base or lay down pavers for a more polished look, this weekend project adds serious charm!

You’ll need: gravel, pavers or stone, edging materials, and a fire pit kit.

Tools: Use a John Deere compact utility loader or STIHL blower to clear the space and prep your base faster.

3. Define Lawn Borders with a Clean Edge

There’s nothing like sharp lawn lines to give your yard that professional polish. Add edging along flower beds, sidewalks, or driveways using stone, brick, or metal edging kits. It’s a small project that makes a big visual difference.

You’ll need: edging material, string trimmer or edger, and a shovel.

Tools: STIHL and EGO battery-powered edgers make this job quick and satisfying—plus, no gas or cords to wrestle with.

You don’t need a landscaping crew to transform your yard—just a weekend, some solid plans, and support from your local SunSouth team. Whether you’re planting, building, or just dreaming up your next backyard project, we’ve got the tools to help make it happen this spring. Find your nearest SunSouth location here: www.sunsouth.com/locations