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Patio Design Ideas for Fall Patio Season

Looking for inspiration to create the patio you’ve been dreaming of to enjoy throughout the fall and winter? If you want to create an outdoor space to enjoy more time outdoors during those cool evenings around the corner, there’s a range of ideas you can choose from. Maybe you already have some components in place and are in the home stretch, or perhaps you’re at square one. Either way, check out these fall patio ideas for go-to guidance and pull together a gorgeous and relaxing fall retreat! Fall Patio Design Ideas When planning out your patio ideas for fall, first consider your location and climate. Since autumn in Ohio looks much different than fall in Florida, your fall patio design could look very different! A fireplace feature or hot tub near your...

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Easy and Low-Maintenance Patio Plants to Grow Under and Around Your Pergola

You've just installed a Pergola Depot pergola — congratulations! Or perhaps you're still planning out your perfect custom pergola or looking to perk up an existing structure. In any case, you'll be looking for some low-maintenance patio plants to enhance the look and feel of your outdoor living area. Whether you want glossy, heart-shaped foliage, climbing vines or colorful flowers, we have you covered with ideas for pergola plants that do well in full sun or partial shade. Read on for recommendations on the best pergola hanging plants and climbing plants for pots. Enjoy the blooms of each season and consider choosing some that are evergreen for a year-round display of beautiful greenery.   Pergola Planters for Every Need Pergola planters are an excellent choice when you want to soften the look...

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Pergola Installation: Learn How to Install a Pergola

Installing a pergola can enhance your outdoor space, but proper planning is essential to avoid mistakes. In this article, we will help you discover tips for installing your backyard pergola. Here are the first 3 steps to starting your outdoor pergola installation plan: Choose the best pergola design for your space. Since a pergola is a garden structure with columns and cross beams forming an open roof, first decide if you want your pergola covered or open. Compare your shade options. Pergolas naturally provide some shade, with designs that include top slats or purlins. Optional additional cover can be added like metal roofing, pergola covers, or shade sails. Review common mistakes as you make your pergola plans. Poor planning or improper installation can ruin the experience—ensure you have the right tools...

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How to Get Started with Your Outdoor Patio Design

If you're just getting started with a new outdoor patio design, try one of the many sample outdoor patio drawings out there. Or start from scratch by creating your own rough sketch of your yard and some of the basic features you'd like to add. Your local landscaper could help you out or do your own quick drawing with pencil and paper first. This can help you figure out your space, think about the elements you'd like to incorporate, and decide possible placement that'll create the landscape that best meets your needs. What are your goals? Create Shade. Maybe you're trying to create more shade, add more privacy, or make an entirely new outdoor room. Choosing plants, trees, outdoor structures, accessories, and patio or deck materials are some of the elements...

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Pergola Design Ideas for Patios

Have you been comparing pergola designs for your outdoor seating area? Whether you prefer something modern or classic-looking, there are plenty of pergola designs available today to complement your landscape design and provide some shade. Modern pergolas offer a perfect balance of protection from sun and rain while also creating an inviting, beautiful look in your backyard. What are some of the top factors when choosing a pergola design? Cost. Let’s explore some popular modern pergolas that can fit any budget so that you can determine which one is best for you. Shade. How much shade do you want for your seating area? Find an outdoor structure that offers protection from the elements such as a pergola roof kit. Ease of Installation. Are you planning to build a pergola yourself? Simplify your...

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Popular Gardening Gift Ideas

Looking for unique gardening gift ideas for the yard and garden lover on your list? These popular garden pergola ideas can be the perfect gift for someone who enjoys spending most of their waking hours in their backyard. Gardening Gift Ideas for Anyone Gardening tools and materials your resident green thumb can use to keep the garden growing are always welcome and never go out of style. If you're in the garden or greenhouse several months out of the year, the tools you handle may need to be replaced. Consider a new set of standard gardeners tools such as rake, hoe, spade, pruners, trowel, and cultivator. Perhaps some new patio decorations, a pergola swing Lowes offers for sale in the warmer seasons, or lawn ornaments that welcome...

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Festive Christmas Pergola Ideas: Tips for Lighting & Decorating a Pergola

Add some finishing touches to your backyard for outdoor holiday entertaining! Deck out your pergola with festive lights, garlands, and holiday cheer, and enjoy the season outdoors—frostbite-free. If colder weather is more your style, stock up on firewood or invest in outdoor heaters to keep guests cozy under your pergola. Add a fireplace, warm blankets, and ensure everyone bundles up for a magical evening under the stars. No matter the weather, the holiday season is perfect for transforming your pergola or patio into a welcoming, festive space. It's the perfect time to decorate your pergola and patio to put your outdoor kitchen to use! Whether you’re a pro party planner, or need a little inspiration, we’ve got simple decorating ideas to create a charming setup that’s easy to assemble, enjoyable...

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Best Plants for Planter Boxes: Explore Planter Box Plant Ideas

With thousands of plants to choose from for your backyard container gardening, it's a daunting task to narrow down your list to only 20! The choices are endless but some of the best choices for container & planter boxes are space saving fruits, veggies, and flowers. If you're blessed with a backyard bathed in sunshine, you'll have a variety of plants to choose from. If your backyard has has limited sunlight, enhance your garden boxes with wheels and roll on into your yard's sunniest spot - or opt for one of the many shade-loving blooms! Best Plants for Planter Boxes Looking for planter box plant ideas to brighten your porch, patio, pool deck, or backyard patio structure? Wishing you could step outside and grab a fresh-picked handful of green beans for...

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Pergola Landscaping With Potted Plants

Any season is a good time to think about sprucing up your pergola by landscaping with potted plants. You've found the best wooden pergola kits and taken the effort to learn where to put a pergola and how to install a pergola properly. Now it's your chance to finish off the look of your pergola with potted plant arrangements. Whether you have a concrete patio with a pergola or a pergola in a garden or on a deck, landscaping with planters and flower pots offers a lot of options. This article will look at the top tips and tricks for landscaping around a pergola. Plan Ahead for Potted Plant Arrangements Consider Your Containers Select Your Spacing Choose Your Colors Pick Your Plants   Plan Ahead...

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How To Live Large with a Small Backyard Setup: Inspired Small Outdoor Living Space Ideas To Create an Oasis in Your Yard

Just because you have a small backyard setup doesn't mean you can't have a gorgeous space to entertain and enjoy the great outdoors. If you are wondering what to do with a small backyard space, we'll share some of our favorite outdoor living ideas for small backyards to turn those small backyard spaces into useful and beautiful places. This article will share a number of innovative ideas to help turn your cramped yard into a dreamy outdoor oasis — and it all starts with a stunning small pergola from Pergola Depot.   Create Rooms in Your Small Backyard: Set Up Zones A great way to maximize your small backyard setup is to set up "rooms." Defining your small backyard spaces into specific zones with defined edges makes them...

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