1.  Plant some seeds. 

Even if you don't have a garden or yard space you can still find a small space to grow something.  Whether it's a window box or even a planter on the windowsill, growing something from seed gives a huge sense of satisfaction.  Try brightly colored nasturtiums tumbling over the edge of a container, or miniature sweet peas for their wonderful, heady scent. 

Or why not try growing some lovely organic salad leaves - many new 'cut and come again' varieties are developed to grow quickly, be cut and used, and then the remaining plant will grow some more leaves - a whole summer's worth of salad! Healthy, frugal, good to the environment and the waistline - what more could you ask for?!

2.  Create a garden. 

If you've some outside space - however small, create your own sanctuary with a garden.  Whatever your style - romantic cottage garden filled with scrambling roses, cool and restful oriental style gardens, bold modern, or colorful child friendly, gardens provide valuable outdoor living space and a chance to get back in touch with nature.  Nothing beats sitting out on a warm evening, smelling honeysuckle and listening to the last birdsong.

Don't worry if you haven't got much in the way of design flair - Have a look at  Spring Hill Nursery's Step-by-Step Garden Plans Here.  Not only can you buy plants, bulbs, shrubs and trees direct from them,  they have a fantastic service where you can order a complete garden plan- including all of the plants you'll need and step by step instructions on how to plant and care for them. It's idiot proof (and yes, we are speaking from experience!)  What's more, if you use this link, you can get a whopping $20 off your first order!

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Obviously creating a garden takes more than just plants.  Yardiac.com offer some great deals on all things garden and yard- from patio heaters to gazebos, lawn care to mowers.   

Why wait for someone special to do it - nothing brightens the spirits more than some lovely blooms.  They don't have to be costly - most supermarkets stock inexpensive bouquets and if you buy whatever is in season, it'll keep the costs down. 

Or if you're feeling particularly indulgent - send yourself a gorgeous bouquet!  Try Justflowers.com   for a great range at great prices.

Please Note: This tip is also good for making ex (or soon to be if they don't buck their ideas up) boyfriends jealous! - Just don't say it was us who told you!

Especially in early spring, nothing brightens the day like the sight of spring bulbs poking through the frosty earth.  Bulbs are like magic - you plant them deep in the earth and months later when you've all but forgotten about them, they appear as if from nowhere, blossoming into the most luscious of blooms. Our favorite online bulb store is BloomingBulb.com where they have a huge range, offer great advice and give you 10% off your first order if you sign up to their newsletter.

 We all know the heady feeling of being surprised by a wonderful bouquet, whether it's for a birthday, to say congratulations, or just to make someone's day. 

1-800-FLORALS offer a nationwide, guaranteed service whatever the occasion.  Great for that last minute doh! feeling when you realize it's your mom's birthday tomorrow and you've not put anything in the post (not that that's ever happened to us - honest Mom!)

The Japanese have long been aware of the calming nature of growing these miniature trees.  Whilst modern growing techniques mean that they're now easy to care for and don't require the hours of careful pruning that was traditionally used to produce them, they still have a magical, calming air about them.  Bonsai Boy of New York are the experts in all things bonsai click here  to view their extensive range.

House plants have been proven to remove toxins from the air and provide valuable extra oxygen to our homes. Plus they make the place look that bit more welcoming.  Visit your local nursery and have a look around, sniff a few, ask lots of questions (make sure you get plants that are suitable for your situation, will get the right amount of light and won't require too much care and attention.) 

DirectGardening.com have some great deals on plants for inside and outside your home.  Check out their regular 1¢ sale.

Get yourself some valuable vitamin D and instantly improve your health.  Getting outdoors for some fresh air is a vital part of staying healthy - and the greener your surroundings the better.  Live in a city?  Then find a park, take a day trip to the woods, the beach - whatever is local to you.  So often we get tied up in our day to day stresses and strains that we forget to stop and appreciate what's around us.  Go explore - discover the green around you!

Treegivers.com  plants trees as part of the reforestation efforts in all 50 states.  You can choose  to honor special individuals, or commemorate special occasions by planting a tree in their name.

This is a great idea for birthdays, weddings, memorials, funerals, retirements, Mothers/Fathers Day, as Christmas gifts, Company incentives, Environmental gifts, etc. Not only are you giving someone something very unique and special, you're helping to replenish valuable woodland for generations to come.

The treegivers gift includes: the tree planted in any state, a 8" x 10" Certificate of Planting along with a letter/hand written card to notify them of the planting and as a keepsake