Garden Decor and Decoration

Getting Silly: Our 5 Favorite Whimsical Garden Decor Pieces!

November 8th, 2009 by Mary No comments »

Garden decor doesn’t have to be just about rustic benches, iron wrought furniture, or old fashioned wind chimes. Oh, those items are indeed lovely, and many have been used in my garden throughout the years. But I certainly don’t limit myself to just the serious side of decoration. No, no, no! Part of the fun of this hobby is the silliness and child-like playfulness you get to a part of using funny garden decor items in the garden.

You know what I’m talking about – like the “fat lady bending over” wooden plaque.

That was a joke! That wasn’t even funny when it came out in 1983, and it’s certainly not funny in 2010…

So what are some rad, silly garden decor items you can – nay, should – use in your home garden?

1. Metal Bugs. Who among us can hold a smile when set down face to face to a two foot giant metal grasshopper in the garden? OK, I admit – that actually sounds a little scary. So now imagine that the metal grasshopper is blue and yellow and has big happy puppy dog eyes and a smile across his face. Or think of a happy little lady bug, chillin’ above ground, with metal whiskers. And let’s not forget out free Mr. Bumble Bee, flying around (in place) looking as pleased as can be around all those flowers. Metal bugs for the garden are great!

2. Pink Flamingos. This is not going to be on the top of everyones list, but, for a list of silly and fun garden decor items, I think it’s merits itself in at #2. For if a big pink flamingo in the garden is not silly, then what is, my friend?

Warning: The potential for tacky garden decor just doubled. Be wary of how you incorporate pink flamingos into the garden! You’ve been warned.

3. Tree Art. You’ve probably seen these clever buggers before and had yourself a good chuckle. I’m talking about the tree art pieces that create a face on the tree by attaching to the bark two eyes and a mouth. Or, other tree art pieces create the trick of a cartoon-like bird having gone through the tree, by attacking the legs to the back, the winds to the side, and the head on the other side of the legs. Funny stuff! These are one of my favorite decor items to get a laugh from visitors!

4. Geeky Beaks. Geeky beaks are a line of whimsical garden decor items by Exhart. Made of metal, these garden birds will delight any garden’s mood! If you’ve not seen them, it can be hard to describe, so just imagine a silly, happy, bird goofin’ off in your garden, ready to make you smile. Note that some Geeky Beaks also stand tall at an impressive 64″ inches! This is an item that you truly need to see to believe.

5. Clever Plaques and Signs. This category is a little hard to include on the list, since it refers to possibly any and all garden signs and plaques. Nevertheless, a clever slogan or saying on a sign put in the garden can be quite the crowd pleaser. One of my favorite examples is a garden sign that stands only a few inches from the ground it’s jutting out of, with a simple two announcement on in: “Grow Dammit!”

Enough said!

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6 Tips to Refresh The Ambience of Your Garden

May 19th, 2010 by Mary No comments »

A garden not only creates a refreshing green atmosphere to relax within but is a great way to beautify the surroundings of a house or any commercial area. One does not necessarily have to be multi millionaire or a gardening expert to create a pretty and refreshing garden or lawn. All it requires is some smart thinking and an affinity towards nature.

The outskirts and boundaries of your house or even a small pavement on its way can be converted into a luscious looking garden that will boost the environment near the house and will perk up your surroundings. You can place some exotic plants or simply the ones easily available at a nearby nursery.

If you plan to carve a resplendent green belt outside your house, here are a few quick suggestions for an enthralling garden décor:

• Place the trees and shrubs in a symmetry to make the garden look in order

• You can place some moderately priced garden furniture such as the bamboo chairs or a swinging seat or maybe a patio sofa

• Hanging tiny lanterns with the trees and around the patio umbrella can lend it a country feel

• Add some bamboo or metal wind chimes to give some melody to the breeze flowing in the garden.

• A midsized fountain if placed in the middle of the lawn can add some glamour and appeal to it

• Be creative and use an old bench to place small plants and add versatility to the garden

You can also do some brainstorming and innovatively use your old utensils or show pieces to enhance the beauty, or if you have a expensive budget, it is best to go to a garden shop and pick what suits your taste. With some serious effort and dedication one can actually spruce up their private lawn/garden and make it the cynosure of all eyes.

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How to Choose Lights for The Garden

May 18th, 2010 by Mary No comments »

Gardening is a very popular hobby. It is so enjoyable and is a great way to get outside and enjoy Mother Nature. For anyone who enjoys gardening and who wants to showcase their hard work in the best light possible, proper lighting for the garden is essential.

There are some great options for lighting in the garden.

First you need to decide what the main use for the lighting is.

Is your goal to show your garden off and let people see how beautiful it is?

If so you are looking more for design or accenting purposes. In this case your options are pretty much endless. You can use any size or style of lights and it will work.

Consider using nice lights set up along the walkway.

This helps guide people through to your lovely garden and are especially useful late at night when natural light is limited. There are even solar power garden lights that can be used here. This way they turn on at night when you need them and they are environmentally friendly because they run off of solar energy.

If you are more lighting your garden for security purposes because you do not want neighborhood kids trampling through it or even more importantly, you want to be alerted if any intruders are creeping around your home at night, there are lights perfect for this as well.

The backyard is a vulnerable place and most would be intruders expect there to be no lighting. Having lights in the garden can be a very wise move on your part. The best idea for lighting if used for security purposes is motion sensor lights. This way no one would see them at nighttime until it was too late and they had activated the lights.

You can find all sorts of different lighting options for gardens at any gardening or home décor store. Take some time to consider all your options before making any final decisions. Lighting will make a huge impact on the overall look of your garden so it is important to choose the right lights.