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How to Hang String Lights in Your Backyard Without Trees

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Why string lights in your backyard?

String lights add the perfect touch to a newly renovated backyard. They will extend your relaxing hours outdoors.  

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 What are the different ways to string lights without trees?

You can hang lights from trees, shrubs, pergolas, deck railing or poles.

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What kind of string lights can you use?

Besides the styles, colors and shapes of lights, you have choices of LED, Solar or traditional Incandescent.

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How to string lights in the backyard by hanging them from posts  

Because we had no trees or bushes with height we chose to use DIY posts. 

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Start with a Plan! and Gather your Supplies 

Create your plan on paper and buy all of the supplies from my supply list.

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Simple steps for attaching the light strands  

You will find every detail you need to attach your lights for your new outdoor oasis. 

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Planting your wine barrels

Besides the styles, colors and shapes of lights, you have choices of LED, Solar or traditional Incandescent.

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The Finished Results  

This DIY will show you how to hang, what to use, where to buy and how to make outdoor lights a beautiful option for your backyard.

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