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Take your pick of these stylish garden additions.
Whether it's a stylish garden rug, a sweet-scented citronella candle, or some boho lanterns, adding garden decor is one of the easiest ways to infuse your outdoor space with personality. If your garden is looking a little bare, take a look at these affordable garden accessories for some fresh inspiration.
Your garden decor should reflect your unique style just as much as your interior decor does – yet it's often left as an afterthought. Styling your garden to make it more 'you' might seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.
Creating a characterful, welcoming outdoor space really can be as simple as adding a few new garden accessories. Think about the same factors you'd consider when styling your interior: which colours, patterns and materials work for you? Is your decor maximalist or minimalist?
For an integrated indoor-outdoor feel, extend your interior colour schemes to your outdoor space, layering colour and texture to create an inviting setting that reflects your individual style.
A few well-chosen types of garden decor could transform your outdoor space – much like a full garden renovation, but without the potential for sky-high costs.
If you're looking for a few ways to revitalise your garden without breaking the bank, here are a few ideas:
It doesn't matter if you've got a small balcony or a large garden – we've got garden decor ideas for every space. Take a look at our must-have accessory picks for 2024.
The wire-free design of this solar-powered lantern means you can move it around your outdoor space, so it can light the way to the spots you want to highlight from one summer evening to the next.
Editor's styling tip: Style with hanging festoon lights, a black and white outdoor rug, and a backdrop of flourishing foliage for a chic, homely aesthetic.
Built up from carefree layers of pattern, texture and colour, this tasselled rug would look on-trend in any boho-inspired garden.
Editor's styling tip: Style with rattan lanterns and burnt orange cushions to create a garden brimming with bohemian bliss.
Full of rustic charm, this arched window mirror would make a great addition to both traditional and contemporary gardens alike.
Editor's styling tip: Position on a garden wall surrounded by draping ivy plants to create your very own country farmhouse garden.
Create a country farmhouse look with this striped cushion cover from Garden Trading. It features a subtle striped pattern and there are even matching floor cushions available.
Editor's styling tip: Place these cushions on a garden bench alongside a draped throw for a cosy yet rustic setting.
Create a relaxing ambience (or party vibes) in your garden with a portable speaker. This powerful Bluetooth model comes complete with a colour changing light that you can adjust to match your mood.
Editor's styling tip: This speaker would look great with Scandinavian-inspired rattan outdoor furniture.
Make the most of your outdoor space – even if it's limited – by planting in containers, such as this versatile olive-coloured planter. The neutral hue, high gloss effect, and subtle branch embossed emblem make it a stylish finishing touch for both contemporary and country gardens.
Editor's styling tip: Fill this pot with spring blooms, such as daffodils and violas, to add colour to your outdoor space.
With its cheery lemon design, this candle makes a charming garnish for your outdoor tabletop. Its lemon and grapefruit scent will take your senses to a sunnier place.
Editor's styling tip: Complete your zingy tablescape by pairing this candle with lemon-yellow coasters and fruity serving plates.
Who said mirrors were only for indoors? Complete your industrial scheme with a black framed outdoor mirror.
Editor's styling tip: Hang this garden mirror on an external wall with surrounding black hanging planters for an outdoor urban jungle look.
Made with a brushed gold frame and a simple glass cylinder, these gorgeous lanterns are the perfect mixture of minimalist and luxury.
Editor's styling tip: Fill the cylinders with tall pillar candles and pop on your outdoor dining table for a warm, inviting summer glow.
Finished in durable chrome, this traditional wall clock will last for many winters to come. It features a timeless design that'll look impressive in any garden.
Editor's styling tip: Hang this clock in the centre of an exterior wall to create a striking focal point. You could even illuminate it with solar-powered spotlights!
These waterproof outdoor pillar candles look just as good as the real thing. They come with a built-in six-hour timer so you don't have to worry about switching them off at the end of the night.
Editor's styling tip: Create a shabby-chic outdoor picnic space by layering throws and cushions on the ground, and finishing off with a selection of battery-powered candles in each corner.
Made from hard-wearing polypropylene, this aztec rug is robust enough for year-round outdoor use. We love how this neutral colourway combines with the bold, Mesoamerican-style pattern.
Editor's styling tip: This is another piece that would look great with Scandi garden furniture. Pair with neutral outdoor cushions to create an outdoor Scandi sanctuary.
The final piece to your garden decor puzzle is outdoor string lights. We're loving these solar line lights for a warm, Moroccan-style look.
Alternatively, you could opt for rattan string lights for a more bohemian aesthetic.
Editor's styling tip: Drape these lights over a bench, alongside some outdoor cushions and a blanket, for a cosy corner on summer evenings.
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