As spring sprouts all around us, we couldn’t be more grateful to welcome some much-needed sunshine and fresh air into our lives. And whether you’re working with a small pot of soil or a large plot of land, there are plenty of creative ways to enjoy the restorative effects of Mother Nature right from your own window ledge, balcony, or backyard. Need some inspo to get started sprucing? Read on for a few simple outdoor decor and gardening ideas to help you transform any size space into your own relaxing green haven.
If you have a sunny windowsill

Good news: You don’t need a dedicated outdoor space to bask in nature’s beauty (or benefit from her bounty). As long as you have some natural light, you can cultivate a robust container garden with seedling starter kits and grow nourishing greens and garnishes for your next hearty recipe. To create visual interest, cluster pots and vases along a sunny sill, arranging an earthy mix of terracotta, wood, and clay-based vessels of various sizes and shapes. Frame your view with foliage using hooks and hanging pots, and train climbing plants up the wall for a naturally uplifting effect. New to indoor gardening? This beautifully illustrated card deck offers helpful guidance for maintaining all manner of house plants, from watering and lighting tips to rooting and repotting tutorials.
If you have a petite, plant-filled patio

When conserving space is key, a leaning ladder planter allows you to grow herbs and veggies vertically, while a set of rustic redwood boxes keeps your sprawling collection of succulents consolidated—and leaves more room for unique outdoor decor and low-key lounging. A collapsible bistro table and chairs makes setting up and breaking down your date night (with a book, a beau, or a bottle of wine) a total breeze. String up festive lanterns to illuminate the idyllic scene—all set to the tranquil melody of wind chimes softly singing.
If you have a big, beautiful backyard

With brighter days on the horizon, your lush lawn soon will become the place to be for the whole family. Create natural gathering spaces by laying out distinct areas for kids and pets, plantings and parents. Little ones will have a field day whooshing back and forth on a wooden porch swing and playing interactive lawn games (cornhole tournament, anyone?) that inspire a bit of lighthearted rivalry. For some peaceful me-time, hang a hammock between shady trees, cozy it up with colorful cushions, and settle in for an afternoon nap. And at night, bring everyone together around an easy-to-assemble fire pit for a round of s’mores and storytelling.
53 comments
Olga Kaplina from FunnyLoopsFinds said 341 days ago
So beautiful and creative! Great selection! Thank you for sharing.
Alyona Prikhodchenko from Ezoflin said 341 days ago
Thank You for your great ideas! Beautiful collections of photos. As always.
Anna from LissiKids said 341 days ago
Interesting and necessary finds! thank you for sharing!
Wreaths by GE Designs from WreathsbyGEDesigns said 341 days ago
I absolutely love the ladder for herbs! Thank you so much for the idea!
Deborah said 341 days ago
I love everything I just can not thank you enough for your sight
Theresa Tristan from WreathsfromTx said 340 days ago
Thank you for this wonderful article I have always loved the unusual and usual things being together in my home.
Nadeshda Romanova from MoreSoutacheJewelry said 340 days ago
Great selection! Now more than ever we need fresh air)
Mariia Shevchenko from MariUkraine said 340 days ago
Such a cool ideas for plant lovers!
Watts DryGoods from WattsDryGoods said 340 days ago
Everyone needs more green in their lives!
Alina Bragina from APALIPALKA said 340 days ago
A wooden porch swing is beautiful! Thanks
Catherine Nunnally from CatNPhotography said 340 days ago
I need everything on this list!!
Nicole from KarmaCodeOne said 340 days ago
Sweet ideas ~ it all begins with precious spaces ~!~
carolyn golder from BodyBathAndBeyond said 340 days ago
Love the pots and vases, so decorative. Thanks for all your great ideas.
Anna from SublimationDesignsAn said 340 days ago
Wooden products always look good in the garden.
Natalya from LadiesDressingRoom said 339 days ago
Thanks a lot for your ideas. Very beautiful and useful.
Robyn from GingerlyPrinting said 339 days ago
Love the ideas for smaller spaces! Thanks!
Michelle Cross said 339 days ago
The perfect marriage between two of my favorite things! 🍬🍭Sweets and succulents🌵🌱
MB Custom Gifts from MBCustomgifts said 339 days ago
Thank you for sharing this. This gives you some great ideas on what to do within your home to bring a little of the outside in.
Olga Mironova from PorcelainKingdom said 338 days ago
I am dreaming about having a small balcony or a patio where we can grow plants and have family size parties. But even without any we do have indoor plants which really help us feel the nature around.
Gillian Northcott from Esani said 338 days ago
The very first one is adorable.
Solomiia Tepla from UnicornBeadsArt said 338 days ago
Cool ideas! It`s everything I need right now - beauty and inspiration)
Katrin from katrinshine said 338 days ago
Awesome ideas and creations! I liked the first pot by CeramicSense, it's so cute!!
Barb from Blingyourdoorandmore said 338 days ago
I'm loving the outdoor living inspired ideas. I can't wait for warmer weather now.
Sujata from TreasuredMemoryLane said 338 days ago
Lovely and creative ideas for all size of outdoor spaces. Thank you sharing!
Stacey Amaro from AllThingsAmore said 338 days ago
I love the leaning ladder! Thanks for the idea!
Olga Sinitsina from ArtDollsandCreatures said 338 days ago
Nice ideas! Always perfect selection!
kimberly Rush from MindsetGym said 337 days ago
This make me feel so warm and fuzzy inside. I'm OBSESSED with plants. They make me so happy. This is all the feel good stuff!
Ana C. Gomez from MixBerryDesignsShop said 337 days ago
Thanks for sharing this! Beautiful items for our patios and yards. I´m so in! Even though I have a little patio in my apartment I would love to have some of these fabulous Etsy items. Love it!
Mariya from MagicArtForYou said 337 days ago
Great ideas for my Sunny windowsill! Thank You, I will definitely use them)
DIGITAL from DIGITAL01goods said 337 days ago
Thank you for this advice!
Gretal G from CozyInvitation said 337 days ago
Such beautiful plants! Etsy has some of the best artists for sure!! Thank you for this!!
Sunny Naik from NorthernLightStore said 336 days ago
Such a cool and creative idea. Thank you :)
drunkmansdaughter from NaturallySonia said 335 days ago
small spaces are so special
Vera Ayrapetyan from AngelinasFlowers said 335 days ago
Great idea! Thank you for sharing.
Oksana from LetaHome said 334 days ago
Thank you, so beautiful ideas! Every year I make a small oasis on the balcony, this is my place for rest (and now also working place)! The ladder for herbs is a miracle for small balconies like mine)) I use small ones to stand them on the windowsill in winter.
Crystal N from RadandFriends said 334 days ago
The pot holding the beaded succulent is adorable! I'm loving all these inspirations for my plants.
Jennifer from IceBreakerPrintables said 334 days ago
I love all the green!
Heather McBride from AFoxInTheNest said 332 days ago
love this post!
Nina from OriginalJewelrByNina said 331 days ago
Спасибо за вдохновение и идеи!
Carolynne DeLisle from NonnasNuttyKrafts said 321 days ago
Lots of plants always give you that zen feeling. You know when you go for a spa day and the calm music playing, trickling of water with the lush green plants all around! Don't you feel that they bring you to a relaxing place in your mind and body? I do. I love these designs!
CONNIE MCCORMICK from WreathsbyConnieM said 321 days ago
I wish I could grow things. I am just not able to grow anything
Victoria Maksimenko from VictoryGlassDesign said 315 days ago
It is beautiful! I have a summer house where I can embody different ideas with living plants and make a cute corner! Thanks for the ideas :)
Julia from FeltStoryUA said 313 days ago
it is awesome ( :
Katya Zolina from KatyaZolinaArt said 309 days ago
What should I do now? I want everything !!! 😁
ios said 303 days ago
nice
Anibal Rodriguez Cruz from TallerGabiza said 301 days ago
Amazing ideas I especially love the vertical ladder planter
Haze TRO from AloeThereStudio said 237 days ago
This is truly amazing. I like how with simple shapes, with basic colours you've created fantastic products. Simple yet beautiful! Great taste. Thank you for sharing!
Haze TRO from AloeThereStudio said 234 days ago
What a great set of ideas. I love decorating my space like that too. Thank you for sharing. :)
Gina from GinaBogomolArt said 233 days ago
Thank you very much for sharing! I love plants, and your ideas are super cool!
Anna - The Life Update from LifeUpdatePrintables said 225 days ago
That smiling mug on the header image is the cutest one I've ever seen!!! :)
Lake House Craft Supply from LakeHouseCraftSupply said 175 days ago
Beautiful.
Umesh Vigg from InspiringAbode said 154 days ago
Its so interesting ! thank you for sharing!
Bob Hawaii from HawaiiBobsGardenArts said 132 days ago
I love the natural beauty of the earth. Everywhere you look is a wonderful work of art. To the sunrise in the mornings or the Rainbows after the rain!