Gardening Decorations For a Spectacular Landscape

Whether you’re trying to create a garden with a particular style or simply want to add an eye-catching decorative element, there are plenty of options. From a stately statue to an antique fountain, a well-placed lawn ornament can give your garden a finished look that lasts throughout the seasons. From a whimsical fairy statue perched in a tree to a gnome guarding your plants, there’s something to enchant every landscape.

From a wrought-iron gate marking the entrance to your backyard to a curved bench inspiring a restful retreat, garden ornaments guide how you shape and use your outdoor space and affect how it feels to be in it. Often incorporating some function as well, ornaments like this hummingbird feeder attract fast-moving performers and double as a stunning accent piece.

A wrought-iron fence marks the entry to this garden, a weathered metal door tucks away an unfinished shed and a stone basin centered in the parterre draws attention. A birdhouse, a wind spinner and other garden decorations also embellish the space.

The beauty of a statue, a fountain or another water feature is that it immediately enhances and complements surrounding greenery. This urn on a pedestal is the focal point of a flowerbed, while this simple stone garden trellis is an attractive spot to grow climbing vines. Even a garden pond, as shown here, can become an impressive and soothing display with the right rocks and plantings.

Perhaps an entire greenhouse isn’t a project you’re ready to take on or don’t have the space for. A raised garden planter offers a similar function, creating an ideal growing environment that lets you show off your favorite vegetation while adding structure to the yard. Planting troughs are available in many sizes, styles and colors, so you can choose one that’s most appropriate for your garden.

Lawn ornaments are a fun way to add a touch of whimsy to your landscape. From cute woodland creatures and gnomes to elegant representations of saints and mythological characters, you’re sure to find something that speaks to your heart. If you’d prefer a more subtle addition, consider a set of garden angels that can be scattered among your flowers or a charming birdhouse or other decorative item that will fit in with the overall style of your yard.

Whether you’re just starting to grow or have been tending your garden for years, adding a little extra decor can help keep it looking polished and fresh. These ideas are simple, cost-effective and easy to adapt as your garden grows.

Turn an old whiskey barrel into a potting station for your vegetables, or use the seat from a chair to hold a row of terra-cotta pots that double as a flower or herb garden. Hanging baskets are another easy, versatile and inexpensive option that can be filled with arrangements of your favorite blooms or herbs. A mirror in the garden adds dimension and hints at portals to other parts of the landscape, while a wrought-iron or iron garden arch invites you to wander further into your backyard.