Outdoor Furniture for a Variety of Garden Styles

Inspired garden design enhances garden living and a big part of the design includes suitable furniture. Find outdoor furniture you love that speaks to your interests and style.  For examples of furniture and decor that catches our eye, visit http://pinterest.com/thealohagarden/outdoor-furniture/

Great Outdoor Gift Ideas for Dad

Father's Day is Sunday, June 16th, just a week away. Here are a few gift ideas that Dad can enjoy outdoors. Some are more practical than others, but we hope each of these ideas will inspire gifts that promote outdoor living. A variety of options are included from outdoor BBQs to bowling, with many things in between (like outdoor movies, games, etc.), and with DIY to store purchased items.  Enjoy and plan something amazing for your Dad this Father's Day.  See http://pinterest.com/thealohagarden/outdoor-fun-for-dads/

Get Dad A Great Gift This Father's Day.

Mailbox Renovation Makes A Statement

From ordinary to extraordinary, this mailbox renovation was part of an front yard landscape renovation that completely changed the look of the front yard.  The mailbox alone makes quite a statement and contributes greatly to one's first impression of the home.  A newspaper slot was also included to prevent the paper from being thrown on the lawn. It was done by Island Landscape in Maui, Hawaii. For more information on their work, visit www.IslandLandscapeHawaii.com.

This mailbox went from drab to fab.
Picture courtesy of Island Landscape.

Use Colorful Lanterns to Make Your Garden Party Pop

Summer is here; let the garden parties begin! Make your party shine with bright, colorful hanging lanterns.  They are inexpensive, easy to put up, and have a tremendous impact. They come a variety of styles, with many different to colors and designs, to compliment almost every garden party theme.  As guests arrive and see the lanterns they instantly know that fun is happening here. And, should your daytime party continue on into the evening, the lighting has already been taken care of.  So, add colorful lanterns to make your garden party more memorable.

Lanterns line path to garden party.

Decorate Your Garden Table with Items From The Garden

This delightful garden table design is simple and beautiful. The decor comes from items found around the garden -  a small planter with flowers, a watering can, a lantern, and a tea light pail. With the addition of cut flowers and a wooden heart, you have a charming and romantic table with available lighting an intimate evening.

Lovely garden table vignette.

Top Ten Benefits of Plant Stands In Your Home or Garden

Plant stands have so many uses that we thought we would share our Top 10.  Here they are.

1. Beautifully displays multiple plants
2. Brings the outdoors indoors when placed in your home
3. Creates a positive impact in a small space
4. Makes decorative or seasonal updating easy by simply changing the plants and/or pots
5. Adds a comfy, natural feel where placed
6. Welcomes guests at entry ways
7. Brightens up dull corners when placed there
8. Ideal for apartment or condominium living
9. Great for small balcony, deck or yard spaces
10. Groups plants for efficient watering

Plant stands come in a variety of materials, styles, heights and colors.