Looking for some simple ways to refresh your porch or entryway for the fall season? Let me show you how I did it!
A Blank Slate
A few years ago, I made a quick trip to Illinois to freshen up the farmhouse for a fall broker open house and real estate showings. I wanted to make the front porch inviting.
Originally, I planned to purchase pots of mums.
However, the greenhouse I went to outside of Arthur, Illinois was out of mums but they had these magnificent late summer pots.
One of my favorite plants is Diamond Snow! I was immediately drawn to these two planters! When I commented on the Diamond Snow in the planters, the greenhouse owner said ” you really know your plants! Most people don’t know the names!” I admitted that I was a former florist!
You can find out more about Diamond Snow here:
If only I hadn’t sold that white chair:
I could have re-created this vignette around it!
Autumn Cottage Style Porch Vignette
Patio Pot -Before
This late summer planter just needed a quick haircut , some deadheading and the addition of a couple of white pumpkins to be ready for the fall season!
The burlap stand is actually an empty 5 gallon pickle covered with burlap and mesh. Isn’t it adorable?
The wrought iron handrails came from a Catholic Rectory in Paris, IL. You can read about how I found them here:
A Rustic Swing Garden Accent
The greenhouse had some interesting grasses as well as some herb plants. I purchased a mint called Berries and Cream and a lavender plant. I have missed having herbs in the garden!
The concrete birdbath in the background belonged to my paternal grandmother. I would love to move it to Florida but I fear it is too fragile to make the trip!
I just love using garden antiques in my outdoor living areas. I share several tips in this post: How to Decorate with Antique Garden Tools & Accessories
Past Fall Porch
I have fond memories of how the porch was decorated for the Estate Sale! You can read more about the sale here
To Learn More about Growing Lavender
To Learn A Little More About Using Herbs in Your Cooking
Make Your Own Herbal Condiments
Thank you for joining me on my look back to Fall on the Farmhouse Front Porch!
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