Effortless Gardening for the Lazy Person

9. Smoker made of terracotta

Materials required: coal, grill, and terracotta pot Making It Cost: $20* Meat barbecues are a long-standing custom that evoke summertime and Independence Day celebrations. That's a great thing to accomplish, but what if you want to do something comparable but not quite as big?

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Meat Smoker Made of Terracotta @chab253 / Pinterest Terracotta pots make the ideal form for a little BBQ or meat smoker. To prepare the meat, simply place it on top of a little grill that fits into the top and fill the bottom with coals. These bad boys may be made for as little as $20. The meat will be an extra, of course.

10. Vegetable Bed

Materials required: cushions, astroturf, and wood Making Cost: $100–200* Although it's not exactly pricey, this amazing invention isn't nearly as inexpensive as some of the other hacks we've covered. Although garden furniture can be expensive, you can fix the problem for about $100 to $200 if you buy some wood, artificial grass, and a few pillows.

Pinterest/GGarden Bed: @mymodernmet Although it takes a bit more expertise than some other gardening tips, the outcome is well worth it. When carefully put together, you'll have a whole garden bed that the family can enjoy when summer arrives, rather than just a regular table.