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8 Cozy Winter Garden Ideas. Outdoor flowers, holiday decor and DIY planters for porches and patios

Contrary to popular belief that winter doesn’t really brighten up garden spaces, I believe it’s no reason to say goodbye to your garden and attempts to beautify it. Winter Garden Ideas can transform your outdoor space into something magical, even in the coldest months. Many people think that winter gardens are boring, impersonal, and lifeless. But believe me, they can be just as good as summer garden spaces!

Of course, you have to try, show a little creativity, and with the right approach your outdoor space is guaranteed to turn into a very cozy corner. Brightly colored outdoor flowers, all sorts of festive décor and original DIY planters for porches and patios are all at your disposal, and will all help to create an amazing conservatory.

Studies conducted by the NCBI show that spending time outside, even in winter, improves mood and overall health. So why don’t we try and create a winter corner with lots of bright colors, warm light, and unique DIY planters?

Outdoor winter flowers

1. Pansies and violas

Pansies and violas

Nature is so diverse that even in winter gives us plants that grow beautifully even in frost. Bright representatives of such resistant plants are pansies and violas. These flowers come in different shades, so they are perfect for decorating your veranda or patio. Try planting them in  DIY planters and it will look great.

Tip. Mix them with evergreen foliage to create more impact and texture

2. Cyclamen

Cyclamen

Also among the hardy but extremely delicate outdoor flowers is the cyclamen. It grows beautifully in open spaces and will be a thoughtful choice for your conservatory. 

The brightly colored petals and unusual leaf patterns of cyclamen will liven up any winter landscape.

Known to many as the “Christmas Rose”, the hellebores is a great cold tolerant plant. This plant has long been known to people and is highly valued for its decorative qualities. Combine these beautiful flowers with your festive decor and you will see that it helps a lot in creating a peaceful winter mood.

Creating a festive atmosphere with decor

3. Garlands

Garlands

I think that if you decorate your porch railing or patio plants with warm white garlands, their light will instantly transform the whole place and create a cozy atmosphere. 

Tip.  Use LED lights, it will help you save energy. 

4. Festive wreaths

Festive wreaths

It all depends on your imagination and peculiarities of imagination. Try hanging evergreen wreaths on patio walls or doors. You can add pinecones, ribbons or toys – all of these combined will help you create a festive mood.

5. Lanterns and candles

Lanterns and candles

In this case, you can arrange lanterns with LED candles around your DIY planters. The play of light and shadows plays an important role in setting the mood. And in our garden we can create a warm and pleasant atmosphere. 

Choose weather-resistant materials to keep our decor in snow or rain.

DIY planters that will accentuate style

6. Recycled wooden crates

Recycled wooden crates

Let’s get a little creative and turn old wooden crates into stylish DIY planters. To do this, you need to paint them in festive colors, or we can also leave the natural look for a rustic touch if you want. 

Now fill them with frosty outdoor flowers or evergreens. I think you’ll love the result.

7. Hanging baskets

Hanging baskets

For this one, install sturdy hooks on your porch or patio and hang baskets with hardy plants. This can be ivy or ornamental kale. You will notice that vertical placement saves space and looks quite elegant.

8. Objects from home

Objects from home

Our imagination and creativity will definitely help here. Turn old teapots, metal buckets or even boots into original DIY planters. By the way, it’s not only creative, but also fun. 

When you’re done, you’ll see for yourself that you’ve added personality and eco-friendliness to your conservatory. And that’s a great thing!

Tips for you

I never tire of repeating that these measures will always help your plants to grow well in all weather conditions:

  • Protect the plant. Use special Frost Cloths delicate flowers from frost.
  • Mulching. A layer of mulch helps insulate the roots of your outdoor flowers.
  • Watering. Water your plants during the day so the water doesn’t freeze in the cachepots at night.

The beauty of a winter garden ideas

Winter is always an opportunity to rethink the potential of our garden. We are once again convinced that many things depend on ourselves, our skills, the desire to improve not only our lives, but also everything that surrounds us. 

That’s why bright outdoor flowers, creative DIY planters and thoughtful festive décor will help turn your porch and patio into a place that will delight and warm you even on the coldest days.

If you’re willing, please share your favorite winter garden ideas. I’ll be interested to hear how you transform your outdoor spaces.

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Author

  • Kaylee Vaughn

    Kaylee is the Founder of Rootedrevival.com. She has set up and run two homesteads, a one-acre in Idaho, and her current two-acre dream homestead in the Pacific North West. Her qualifications include a Permaculture Design Certification from Oregon State University, and she is a Gardenary Certified Garden Coach. Kaylee currently produces at least 80% of her own food. She contributes to our site through articles, training and coaching to our clients. You can read more about her at rootedrevival.com/kaylee-vaughn

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