20 Garden Decor Ideas to Update and Accent Your Space

Whether you’re an avid gardener or a novice, your garden may need some extra pizzazz by adding some garden decor ideas. Decor is the icing on the cake for your garden. While the main event is obviously the flowers and foliage, adding some attractive and functional touches will make your garden more usable and appear more finished. Garden decor can range from small touches, like little statues and planters, to larger pieces like fire pits, furniture sets, and umbrellas.

From stunning garden sculptures to DIY greenhouse decor, we share a variety of garden decor ideas that will fit any design style and garden size.

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Designate a Relaxing Spot

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@afrobohemianliving / Instagram

Build a wall to partition off a spot in your garden to kick back in. The recessed, white garden wall stretches across the entire backyard. The wall is simple yet elegant, with a sleek finish that contrasts beautifully with the lush greenery. A simple wooden bench situated in front of the garden complements the clean lines of the garden wall and is the perfect spot to sit and enjoy the tranquil backyard.

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Add Pops of Color

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Dazey Den

Use PVC piping as a budget-friendly decor option to incorporate into your yard. With a little paint, PVC piping can take on the look of metal or clay. These PVC pipes have been cut diagonally and painted in various shades of bright orange to create a stunning addition to this front garden.

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Make Zones

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Emily Henderson / Design by Emily Bowser / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

Divide your garden into separate areas to enjoy each area to the fullest. These antique room dividers separate the sitting area from the garden just beyond. Not only does it help create zones but it is also a stylish addition that draws the eyes up.

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Bring Inside Decor Outside

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Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Spruce up your shelves of potted plants with some decor items from around your home, like a gold picture frame and candlesticks. It’s a free way to add your personal aesthetic to your outdoor space.

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Create a Passageway

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@ladylandscape / Instagram

Add a passageway to separate your garden from the rest of your yard. As soon as you step through this moon gate, you’ll be surrounded by the raised veggie garden beds. The passageway to the veggie garden is not only a stunning decor piece but it helps make the garden stand out.

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Designate a Focal Point

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Maite Granda

Use a statue to easily create a focal point that can act as an inspiration piece to help plan out the rest of your garden. This spiritual Asian-inspired statue sits behind a modern gas fireplace and is surrounded by bamboo, which sets the tone for the rest of the garden.

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Light Up Your Garden

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Add a weather-proof neon sign to yoru garden for a funky and functional touch. The potted succulents give this outdoor seating area a lush, refreshing look, while the growing vines on the fence truly immerse you in nature. A neon sign at the center of the sitting area that reads “It’s mint to be” is a bright, eye-catching sign that pops against the dark colors of the surrounding plants. It’s a playful touch that adds a sense of whimsy to the space.

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Make a Plant Cover

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Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Opt for a pretty plant cover. If you’ve taken the time to create the perfect garden aesthetic, a plant cover can ruin the look. Instead, make your own plant cover that’s as stylish as it is functional.

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Display Potted Plants

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Dazey Den

Line your garden path with pots for added planting space and an attractive decor touch. For a one-of-a-kind way to display your container garden, look to your backyard’s walkway. The stepping stones are the perfect spots to place a variety of potted plants for an aesthetically pleasing look.

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Use Minimalist Vessels

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Mindy Gayer

Bring it minimalist, modern pots for an elegant and modern look—you don’t even have to fill them with plants. This minimalistic garden needs simple decor to match. The oversized, rustic clay pots keep with the minimalistic look while bringing texture and interest to the backyard.

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Try a Black Wall

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Mindy Gayer

Add a black backdrop for your garden to really help your plants stand out. This black privacy wall helps the green and red colors of the garden to pop instead of blending in with the trees beyond the wall.

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Skip the Plants

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Use rocks in a variety of colors and patterns to create a one-of-a-kind feature to add to your garden, especially if you don’t want the maintenance of a traditional garden. Plants aren’t the only way to create a visually-appealing garden.

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Add a Hammock

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Dazey Den

Bring in a hammock—especially one in a bright hue like this one—to create a cozy corner and bring a pop of texture. At the center of the backyard is a bold-striped hammock that stands out against the neutral tones of the surrounding landscape. The bistro lights hanging above the hammock cast a warm glow that makes this spot the ultimate place to take a nap.

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Display Tools Like Art

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Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

If you have pretty garden tools, display them on your shed or greenhouse wall. Not only does this make the perfect garden decor, but it also makes your tools easily accessible and will encourage you to keep your tools clean, too.

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Incorporate White Accents

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Add white accents like trellises to your garden, as the color really does pop against a lush green garden. Whether you choose to plant white flowers or incorporate white decor items, the contrast will create a stunning visual impact. This backyard features an intricate gate that acts as a simple accent piece that makes a big statement.

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Customize With Signs

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Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Give your garden a custom look with DIY signs. And, if you have a cutting machine that can cut wood, you can make as many signs as your heart desires. This Herb Garden sign is a stylish way to differentiate all the plants in your garden.

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Add Shade and Style

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Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Hang a shade cloth over a portion of your garden. Not only is a shade cloth essential for providing shade during hot summer months, but it can also act as a design detail. This greenhouse gets an update with some draped burlap that brings rustic charm to the space.

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Create an Inviting Ambiance

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Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Add taper candles in a covered garden seating area for some cozy ambiance. What’s cozier and more welcoming than the warm glow of candlelight? This greenhouse gets some personality with a variety of thrifted items, from the candle holder to the patterned saucer plate and glass cloche.

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Paint a Concrete Slab

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Dazey Den

Give your garden a splash of color by adding painted concrete accents, like in this desert garden. What was once a plain concrete slab is now the focal point of this backyard. The bright orange color is seen throughout the backyard, from the tabletop planter to the fire pit and chairs just beyond the sitting area.

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Decorate Your Greenhouse Walls

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Ursula Carmona by Home Made by Carmona

Use your greenhouse walls to hang some decor if you want to keep your garden shelves free for more plants, a. This fun neon sign adds some whimsy and humor to the space.