Decor is the icing on the cake for your garden.

The recessed, whitegarden wallstretches across the entire backyard.

The wall is simple yet elegant, with a sleek finish that contrasts beautifully with the lush greenery.

A bakcyard with a brightly painted patio

Dazey Den

Add Pops of Color

Use PVC piping as a budget-friendly decor option to incorporate into your yard.

With a little paint, PVC piping can take on the look of metal or clay.

These antique room dividers separate the sitting area from the garden just beyond.

A recessed garden wall with a bench

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Not only does it help create zones but it is also a stylish addition that draws the eyes up.

It’s a free way to add your personal aesthetic to your outdoor space.

It’s a playful touch that adds a sense of whimsy to the space.

A front entrance with bright orange accents

Dazey Den

Make a Plant Cover

Opt for a pretty plant cover.

Instead,make your own plant coverthat’s as stylish as it is functional.

For a one-of-a-kind way to display your container garden, look to your backyard’s walkway.

A backyard with an ornate room divider

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The stepping stones are the perfect spots to place a variety of potted plants for an aesthetically pleasing look.

This minimalistic garden needs simple decor to match.

The oversized,rustic clay potskeep with the minimalistic look while bringing texture and interest to the backyard.

A shelf with plants and a gold picture frame

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Plants aren’t the only way to create a visually-appealing garden.

This backyard features an intricate gate that acts as a simple accent piece that makes a big statement.

Customize With Signs

Give your garden a custom look withDIY signs.

A raised garden with a metal circle decor

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This Herb Garden sign is a stylish way to differentiate all the plants in your garden.

Add Shade and Style

Hang a shade cloth over a portion of your garden.

Thisgreenhousegets an update with some draped burlap that brings rustic charm to the space.

An Asian-style garden

Maite Granda

Create an Inviting Ambiance

Add taper candles in a covered garden seating area for some cozy ambiance.

What’s cozier and more welcoming than the warm glow of candlelight?

What was once a plain concrete slab is now the focal point of this backyard.

A cottage style backyard with a neon sign

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This fun neon sign adds some whimsy and humor to the space.

From the potted plants to the rose bush, this outdoor deck is filled with lush plants.

Add Plant-Like Sculptures

Use sculptures in your garden beds that mimic the shapes of your plants.

A raised garden with a stylish plant cover

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

This succulent garden features cacti at varying heights to add visual interest.

This brings a cohesive look while adding a contrast of color.

Instead,make your ownusing copper piping and stained wood.

A backyard walkway with potted plants

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Wine corks are an easy, budget-friendly way to label your edible garden while adding a cute design.

The color of the planters is carried through to the outdoor seating nearby.

Dont forget to surround your fairy garden with colorful flowers and lush foliage.

A backyard with distressed planters

Mindy Gayer

you’re able to also add a few funky terracotta pots near the beds to soften their edges.

Add an outdoor rug and a few decorative pots to anchor the space.

A small flower vase atop the table brings a kiss of color.

A backyard with a black privacy wall

Mindy Gayer

It is a classic piece of garden decor that will also invite avian visitors to your garden.

The copper lanterns, planters, and concrete mushroom decor help frame the area.

Another great garden decor idea shown here: clusters of wicker lanterns.

A multicolored rock garden in a backyard

Mocha Girl Place

Place a bench nearby to enjoy the soothing sound of rushing water.

DIY Vertical Herb Gardens

Make use of vertical space by hanging pots of different herbs.

Plus, it doubles as a decor piece.

A desert style backyard with a hammock

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This dining set stands out against the romantic, cottage-y decor of this area.

Soften the silhouette with blankets and textiles.

This one has a unique base shape of rounded edges and angles, which gives it a medieval/Tudor look.

A wall in a backyard with hanging garden tools

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Plant a ring of small plants around the edges to anchor it and make it a focal point.

Be sure to vary the texture of the bushes for a more natural look.

If you have small trees in your garden, this is an especially fun idea.

A backyard with an ornate gate

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This one is covered in white jasmine blooms.

Tuck some ground lighting and a rustic bench in the covered area for an extra touch of decor.

You dont have to overboard, either.

A backyard with a DIY herb garden sign

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

A funky watering can sitting off to the side is another unexpected garden decor item.

But it’s possible for you to also use it as a funky, upcycled planter.

Add a Garden Gate

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Install a cute garden gate somewhere along your gardens border.

A green hosue with burlap shade cover

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

This fringe style is a staple of Hollywood Regency design and it reads equal parts whimsical and upscale.

Its a more modern option versus a pergola or covered pergola and can take some interesting geometric shapes.

How can I decorate my garden on a budget?

A greenhouse with candle decorations

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Decorating your gardendoesn’t have to break the bank.

First, look around your home for items you may already have that will work in your garden.

Think, picture frames, candlesticks, glass decor items, etc.

A greenhouse with a grow already neon sign

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

These will help you save on items that can make a big design impact.

What types of lighting can I add to my garden?

Hanging bistro lights are one the trendiest ways to add lighting to your garden and outdoor space.

A back deck with patterned flooring

Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo byTessa Neustadt

Other stylish lighting options include lanterns,outdoor pathway lights, LED strips, and candles.

How do I decorate my garden with statues?

Start with a theme: Is your personal style Asian-inspired, Victorian-inspired, whimsical, or elegant?

A front entrance with bright orange accents

Dazey Den

From there, select a size.

You don’t want to pick a large statue if you have a small garden and vice versa.

Once you pick out your statue, decide where you want to place it.

A deck with plants and a copper and black trellis

Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

A backyard with a pool and string lights

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Hanging potted plants on a garden gate

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A cork plant marker

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A cozy backyward with a mountain view

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fairy garden

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planter beds with arch

Mary Patton Design

pergola garden seating area

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fire pit with two chairs

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green and whimsical garden

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bar cart on a deck

Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Tessa Neustadt

pergola with hanging lights

Laquita Tate

stone fountain against garden wall

KG Designs

vertical herb garden

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roof covered in solar panels and vertical garden planters

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homemade corn hole board game in backyard

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black wicker dining set

Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Tessa Neustadt

lush foliage decorating window box

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classic garden fountain

Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

outdoor dining area with bushes

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rock floor outdoor seating area

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chair in lush garden

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jasmine flower tunnel

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outdoor kitchen area

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retro outdoor seating area

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sphere outdoor sculptures

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rustic garden potting shelf

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bathtub garden outdoor shower

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glass sculptures in garden

KG Designs

cottage garden gate

House Nine Design

lanterns hanging in trees

Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Sarah Tramp

fringe vintage outdoor umbrella

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flagstone garden path

Stephanie Perez

outdoor serving table

Design byEmily Henderson/ Styled by Emily Bowser / Photos by Sara Ligorria-Tramp & Veronica Crawford

sailcloth garden covering

Jessica Nelson Design