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Create an Autumn Porch |
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| Now is the time to transform the porch on the front of your home and create a wonderful and cozy place to enjoy this time of year as the weather cools off. All summer long you used the porch as an oasis from the heat. Because fall has arrived and you move inside, don't neglect this important area that you can still use. |
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An easy way to transform any area, whether it's a porch or patio, is by adding garden planters. They can be colorful to compliment the fall leaves or traditional terracotta containers with it's warm sun baked color tones.
Make sure the planters are large enough to handle the type of plant materials we will suggest. Plant items like green & purple cabbage. These grow large and have bright colorful leaves that spread out. Plant marigolds and chrysanthemums. They both have bright bold orange and yellow colors. |
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| Take empty garden containers and fill them with straw. Top the straw with gourds and squash in colorful shades. Fill a planter with fall leaves and top with pumpkins that have been carved and filled with twinkle lights. Remember that the items will be protected on a covered porch so they will look lovely for a longer period of time. Most of the plants recommended are meant to stand up to this type of weather and have good results. |
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| Other fun ideas: Pillows in fall colors and great textures always add warmth and comfort. Try covering your seat cushions on the chairs with a fall fabric in leaf patterns or wheat colors. Use re-purposed items in varying heights and eye levels. Wire plant stands, shallow trays, small side tables filled with apples & plums. Line porch railings with small potted planters of mums, use pumpkins everywhere to add color. |
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| All of these ideas using pots are easy to do and not expensive. Try to use things you find laying around your garden or yard, this makes it fun and creative. |
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| Read more.....Placing stones in the garden area. |
| Read more.....How to help your garden survive winter. |
By Arizona Pottery
Post Last Updated: 9/18/2023 2:02:46 PM |
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