spring fling

The evenings are getting longer and Spring is slowly creeping in. We are ready! Here are our top tips for readers looking to create their dream outdoor space this season.

DO: ADD LIGHTING

Almost 90 percent of Americans say outdoor living spaces are more vital now than ever and with Spring in full swing, it’s an excellent time to join that trend. When choosing improvements to your home’s outdoor spaces, don’t forget to hit those lights. Trends in the outdoor illumination category have grown and the selection is vast.

DO: TRIM TREES

Trimming is like a much-needed haircut, one that enhances the tree’s natural shape. Thinning out limbs and cutting back unwieldy branches is beneficial because it improves not only the tree’s appearance, but it’s growth. Trimming is especially important for those trees you planted to boost the appeal of your property—and those to help shade your valuable outdoor living spaces.

DO: ADD PLANTS

You are outdoors with nature already, yes, but by adding potted plants and florals, you will brighten your space up even further and add warmth into all of those shaded areas. Whether you might be decorating your inner-city balcony or backyard patio, anyone can become a plant parent, and should, when it comes to vamping up your outdoor space!

planning your great escape: back to nature

DON’T: LEAVE WALLS BARE

If your outdoor space has a blank wall or empty corner, take advantage of this by adding hanging lights or baskets to fill the space. Try adding trellis with crawling ivy to your space to draw the eye upwards and make the space more interesting for you and your guests.

DON’T: SKIP DECOR

Your sunrooms and patios shouldn’t skip out on decor to add ambience to your space. Outdoor throw pillows can make your seating more comfortable and cozier, side tables are perfect to complete your seating arrangement plus they display candles or plants. Durable rugs can also add texture and depth to any space.