Happy April 1st readers! As the saying goes "April shower bring May flowers".
However, these days the weather patterns are so unpredictable that its hard to rely solely on this mantra to make sure your garden is looking tip-top.
If you have the space for it, creating a small outdoor space to plan and prep the florals for your garden can help to get you organized and ready for your spring into summer blooms.
You don't need much room outside to create the perfect prep area for all your gardening needs.
Find an empty wall space - typically between two windows or doors is perfect. Using an available exterior wall is great because you can pull electricity relatively easily to the space and install cute outdoor barn lights that will help to light the space if you want to work in the evenings.
Find a good, multi-leveled work table and a light-weight mobile seat to round out the work station. Outdoor accessories finish off the look and voila! you have a space professionals would dream of in your own home!
Below is a cheat sheet on how to get the look in your own home.
A Work Table
Possibly the most essential piece for your outdoor garden station is your work table. This rolling teak potting bench is perfect for your space. It is on wheels!
If you have potted one too many plants and can't carry them to their permanent home, no problem, it rolls anywhere you need it to go. It has so many levels and varying compartments to house everything you could possibly want, no need for disorganized stacks of soil or pots on the ground.
Outdoor Lighting
As we discussed above, outdoor lighting is super helpful in this space if you want to do some potting after work or in the early dawn hours.
This bronze cage outdoor light feels weathered and rustic, which gives your gardening area a 'lived-in' feel. Additionally, adding outdoor lighting to your prep space can allow this space to serve double duty as an outdoor buffet or bar area when entertaining during the warmer spring and summer months.
Outdoor Rugs
Outdoor accent rugs are such an underestimated accessory that can make a huge difference. Making your outdoor space feel as thoughtful and designed as your indoor space really elevates the overall look.
Choosing a multi-colored braided outdoor rug gives you the freedom to let it get dirty and worn without showing too much of it's age - the more the rug ages the more character is brought out.
Accessories
Lastly - cute and stylish accessories make you look like the pro you are (or are hoping to appear to be!). Watering cans are essential for potting new seedlings, so having one on hand is a must. However, why not make sure it has cool vintage style like this galvanized steel watering can.