Garden and terrace in autumn

The evenings that are getting colder and the leaves on the trees changing colors are a sign that autumn is coming. If you want to enjoy good weather for as long as possible, spending the last warm days of the year on the balcony or in the garden in a pleasant atmosphere, use our tips on how to care for the autumn garden so that it will delight you all your life. season. Find out also practical tips on how to quickly and efficiently turn your terrace into the perfect place to relax.

Warmth and comfort outdoors

The new season is a great moment to change the arrangement not only in interiors, but also in places such as balconies or terraces. For shorter autumn evenings, products that create a friendly atmosphere are especially suitable. In the light of candles and flashing lanterns, you will feel cozy and warm, which will effectively improve your mood. Cozy blankets will not let you freeze, at the same time they will effectively decorate and add coziness to your garden furniture.

On the other hand, the balcony accessories needed for relaxing can be conveniently stored in spacious garden boxes, which, stuffed with soft cushions, can also act as an extra seat. If you want to be close to nature, decorate your balcony with autumn flowers that look spectacular even in a small space, such as miniature asters and echinaceas and chrysanthemums that bloom beautifully at this time of year. These are plants that can withstand temperature extremes, so they are especially recommended in the fall. On the other hand, slow-growing conifers such as cypresses, yews and spruces are ideal for backgrounds. Conic.

Fall cleaning time

With the onset of summer, the gardening season is not yet over. If you want to fully enjoy the most colorful time of the year, you first need to tidy up the autumn garden and protect the plants well from the onset of winter. How to prepare the garden for autumn?

Store garden accessories that you no longer need, such as sun loungers, garden umbrellas and barbecues, in a dry place. You will love taking them with you next summer season. Also, do not forget to clean the beds and lawn from dry, fallen leaves, which after the first rain will look unaesthetic. In autumn, the lawn is mowed less frequently than in summer, but it is worth doing this at least twice a season before the first frost.  

Autumn plants are not just for the garden

Once the cleaning work is done, it's time to think about how to decorate the garden for the fall. First of all, if you are planning new plantings, remove faded annuals from the flower beds, also removing the roots from the ground. Heather can be planted in their place, which will also look great on the balcony and, importantly, will create a colorful composition of pink and purple tones for a long time. Other autumn flowers that tolerate the first frost well are garden hydrangeas with globular inflorescences in shades of pink, purple and blue, which can be successfully planted in decorative pots. These can be metal pots on a gold stand, which will look good in a modern and loft arrangement.

A flower bed or a taller pot will help emphasize low plants. However, if you care about durability, choose techno rattan pots that are resistant to harsh weather conditions such as rain or frost. Do not forget to water the plants on the terrace and in the autumn garden abundantly before winter. This treatment should be repeated regularly to protect the plants from physiological drought. So they will survive the winter in excellent condition and quickly begin to grow in the spring.

Lantern candles - they shimmer pleasantly and create a cozy atmosphere

Atmospheric lighting is especially suitable for shorter evenings. If you need more light on your terrace, balcony or garden, opt for garden lights. Although candle lanterns do not illuminate the environment as well as garden lamps, they provide a warm, flickering light, creating a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.

Depending on the design of your balcony, you can choose lanterns in various styles as fall decor. A simple metal lantern suitable for modern arrangements and industrial style interiors. You will love wooden lanterns if you love Scandinavian style. Natural materials play a key role here if you want to achieve harmony with nature. On the other hand, if you prefer rustic style, be sure to choose aged metal and wood lanterns for your fall garden.

How to achieve an elegant effect on the terrace? Arrange lanterns in a group of several pieces of the same model or different sizes. This way you will avoid monotony, and at the same time the whole arrangement will remain consistent. Even a small balcony table can accommodate more than just a cup of coffee. On the stand you can put decorative candlesticks, glass lanterns or compact teapot candlesticks. In such an atmosphere, you will spend cool evenings on the balcony much more pleasantly. The atmospheric light of the lanterns will also look great when the first snow falls.

More comfort and convenience

The first cold snaps make you pull on cozy sweaters more often, and with a cup of hot drink you want to hide in a cozy corner with an exciting book? If you do not need anything else to be happy, this is a sign that you have felt the atmosphere Fun. What exactly Fun?

idea Fun It was born in Denmark in the XNUMXth century and simply means comfort and coziness. The Danes are masters of celebrating everyday moments, which is why they are considered one of the happiest nations in the world for a reason. Danish philosophy is especially popular with the advent of the first days of autumn, when the amount of incoming light is significantly reduced. This is expressed in a greater need to stay by the light of candles, as well as in the desire to surround yourself with textiles that are pleasant to the touch, such as blankets, rugs, bedspreads, pillows. If you also do not want to catch a cold while relaxing outdoors in the autumn garden, choose carpets made of warm yarn, wool or cotton to cover, intricate weaves and patterns will enrich any decor. They can also act as a stylish cover on garden furniture, adding more comfort to it.

Complete the prepared arrangement of the balcony in spirit Fun, additionally spreading soft, decorative pillows on armchairs and chairs, for example, with geometric, floral or animal ornaments. On the other hand, if you're a fan of boho style, opt for ethnic print pillows in white, beige, and warm browns. 

Hot drinks and warming dishes for the autumn chill

Cleaning in the autumn garden increases appetite. How about hot meals al fresco? With success, you can cook them in a cauldron even on a small garden plot or a paved terrace surface. This is an excellent substitute for a fire, which requires a specially prepared place in the garden. If you choose a cast iron cauldron, you can be sure that it will last for many years in perfect condition. It is enough to put a cauldron over the hearth so that even in autumn you can enjoy a warming meal.

There is nothing more fun than small pleasures. Make your everyday moments more enjoyable by serving aromatic tea or coffee to your loved ones and guests in a beautiful glass or decorative earthenware. You can place cups, plates and other necessary kitchen utensils on a practical tray that can also serve as an autumn decoration, such as candle holders.

Ornaments and decorations that add charm

If you're wondering how to decorate your garden for fall, choose the right decorations to match your favorite style. Decorations have a wonderful ability to give a space a personality. On the balcony, you can choose trendy garden decorations, such as Scandinavian-style cotton ball lamps, which add charm, give pleasant light and make the arrangement of the terrace more comfortable.

If you don't have enough space for garden boxes, opt for small wooden boxes like apples and other fruits. You can hide not only magazines, books, toys, but also other small personal items you need. Such large containers as garden boxes effectively organize the space by separating objects that are not needed at the moment, thus avoiding clutter on the balcony and terrace. Wooden boxes are also suitable as flower beds for plant pots.

Also, do not forget about the birds, which can often fly into your autumn garden in search of food. Install a bird feeder in which you will regularly leave a special mixture of grains, and you have a guarantee that winged friends will be frequent guests in the garden and on the balcony.

We hope that the above tips will help you create a beautiful fall garden. More practical interior design tips can be found in the section I arrange and decorate, and you can buy appliances, furniture and accessories in the home and garden section.