Garden Decor to Enhance Your Outdoor Experience

by Lena and Rich Benenati 10/31/2021

Your outdoor living space is an extension of your home, and as such many people find that they spend a lot of time in their yards. Whether you have acres of property and an expansive kitchen garden or you have a small but charming cement patio outside of your terrace level apartment, you can spruce up your yard and enhance the ambiance of your outdoor living area with the right garden decor items.

Looking to add a breath of fresh air to your yard? Consider these garden decor items:

A Water Source

There are many ways to incorporate a water source into your yard. If you have a larger yard that can accommodate it, you can install a water fountain in your yard and bask in the soothing sounds of cascading water. If you prefer a more natural water source you can consider digging a koi pond in your yard. You will find that this becomes the most peaceful spot in your outdoor living space. Or, for something simpler, consider a bird bath where your winged visitors can splash and play.

A Bird Feeding Station

If you enjoy bird watching and you want to attract all of the local birds to your yard, then you will want to create a bird feeding station in your yard. You can include various bird feeders such as suet feeders and nectar feeders in order to appeal to different species that may live in your area. Not only will these feeders bring new and fascinating birds into your yard, but they also will add a decorative element to your space.

Colorful Planters

Many people scatter plants and flowers around their yard to add color, warmth and natural beauty to their patios, decks and green areas. Rather than simply planting your favorite blooms in the ground or in standard terra cotta pots, you can opt for colorful planters that brighten up your space. Depending on the size and style that you choose, these planters can actually become the main decor in your yard.

Solar String Lights

The thing that you need to keep in mind about your yard is that you don't have to stop using it when the sun goes down. In fact, if you create the right ambiance, you may find that you prefer to be on your porch or patio after dark rather than during the day. Solar string lights can be used creatively in order to add a light source after dark while also creating a festive vibe that everyone can enjoy.

Wind Chimes

Your outdoor decor should be a multi-sensory experience. As you take in the sights and smells of your yard, you also will want to hear beautiful sounds that are calming and soothing. Wind chimes can be strategically hung throughout your yard so that the breeze always catches them, allowing you to enjoy endless music while you are outdoors.

The garden decor items that you select for your yard will depend on the size of your yard and theme that you are trying to implement in your outdoor living area. However, no matter which decor items you select for your yard, you will find that these decorations beautify the space and allow you to enjoy every minute that you spend outside.

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