If you have an unattractive stump in the yard, try making it into a planter. The easiest way is to hollow out the center and drill some holes in the side to allow the excess to drain away. They will preserve the stump longer. Fill with potting soil and plant some annuals in it. Also, dig around the stump and plant more annuals. Now you want to draw attention to the stump instead of away from it.
Another way to provide a focal point with your stump is to place a birdbath onto the top. Chisel out some of the center of the stump and place a layer of cement in it to the outside. Then place the birdbath on it. You can place a sculpture or statute instead of a birdbath.
Add a tabletop on the stump with chairs and place patio stones around. You have a patio area.
If you do not want to chisel and drill, use the stump to set a flowering container on it. This provides elevation to your creation instead of looking at the container from the top.
