Planning Outdoor Planters for Seasonal Changes
Your summer flowers are done or looking tired.
Your fall mums and Halloween decor is past and needs changing.
Are you wondering when or how to transition your flower boxes or troughs for the upcoming seasons?
Whether you are selling or staging your home for future planning, people always ask me how to smoothly transition with their outdoor flower boxes with Ontario's unique and very different seasons.
Here are some three simple tips to ease the pain and make this more like a creative strategy than a costly or daunting chore.
Create Pot “Pillars” that can transition with the seasons.
If you can find some favourite anchors for your planters or pots to display in multiple seasons, your cost and time will be positively affected! Try reusing elements such as birch, dogwood or evergreens when you are replacing the seasonal properties of your box or planter. Swap out the dead or inappropriate pieces, and voila! You will have it looking like you changed something so beautiful, but people are simply saying, "your outdoor pots always look so great, and I can't figure out what's different - they always look amazing!?" until you can begin adding. I think of it like braiding - some pieces are always going in and out to create something extraordinary.
Let your Planters show your Personality!
Your boxes should reflect you - ALWAYS! If you cannot see a beautiful planter in your vision, and you need some help by adding in gorgeous anchors, twinkle lights or even artificial supports, who's judging? Certainly not me! If you love beautiful naturals, show it off in your planter. If you have an edgy and sparky personality, it is likely reflected in your home decor and fashion choices, so let that happen with your boxes also. If you are calm and traditional, the same rule applies. Don't kill yourself trying to copy your neighbour's stunning boxes. They are not you! Your containers should be a part of your style, and you should love them every time you walk by them or look out your window. The beautiful thing about outdoor pots is that you can showcase your personality tastefully and add details that make you happy. Also, they are reusable year after year 😊
Don't Overthink or Overdo it!
Use the anchors and your style to help transition smoothly, and you will find you can have so much fun with your flower pots and boxes. Whether it be for a holiday or a special occasion you are celebrating, use your containers to reflect your love for life and the essence of how you enjoy it be on display! Show your zest for occasions or the seasons. If your boxes are taking you endless hours to transition, you are missing the joy of outdoor pot planning. We are busy people, and you will enjoy your boxes when you let your creative flair and spontaneity shine.
A cautionary note:
If you are staging your home for selling, less is more. Timeless and casual elegance is a good rule of thumb. Don't go too crazy with your own fun add-ins or flamboyance. You want your pots to be inviting and welcoming to any potential buyer.
Don't worry - you can add back your full personality in your new home! Still need some suggestions to plan out your outdoor planters for changing seasons? Let’s connect.
