Looking for some simple ways to refresh your porch or entryway for the fall season? Let me show you how I did it!
I recently spent several days back in Illinois for my friend’s daughter’s wedding. While I didn’t drive past my former home, I thought it might be a great thyme to share some past photos of the farmhouse’s front porch!
This post first appeared September 2020. I did add some new photos and a few new links!
A Blank Slate
I recently 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 built an entire 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 two years ago 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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