Decorate Your Outdoor Space With Mosaic Garden Planters

By Linda Hill


For small gardens and patios, large pots are probably the best solution. If you are interested in this type of gardening, large number of small pots can be perfectly fine, but combining different plants in larger pots always looks more interesting. The explosion of colors will make your time spent in your garden, terrace or nicely decorated patio even more enjoyable.

Large containers can be in different sizes and shapes. Plastic ones aren't so decorative, and plain terracotta containers aren't really interesting. But, there is something you will certainly appreciate, beautiful mosaic garden planters. They will provide one perfect frame for your luxuriously blooming flowers, and give a special look to your outdoor space.

Mosaic is probably the best method for decorating terracotta pots, especially large ones. There are different patterns you can use for this purpose, as well as different combinations of colors. All possible shades of grey and brown, or so called earthy and stone colors, are always appropriate solutions for this type of decoration. Small fragments of stones and ceramics are often used, but other durable materials are also welcome.

Ancient motifs are something you simply cannot make a mistake with. Geometrical patterns or mimicking nature, for example, leaves and flowers, is also always a very good idea. Old Greek or Roman motifs are quite popular for this purpose. In any case, this decorating technique successfully transforms plain and boring terracotta containers and makes a great difference.

Mosaic technique mostly uses small, rectangular pieces of stones or ceramics. But, interesting effects can be achieved using irregularly shaped pieces of any durable material, for example, glass. You could also combine different materials. Or, simply take a hammer and some leftover ceramic tiles you keep in your garage, and give it a try.

You can achieve wonderful effects with almost no expenses at all. In fact, this might become a perfect little hobby for the whole family. Some old and unattractive plain terracotta pots may be easily transformed into something unique and special, simply using different leftover tiles and ordinary ceramic tile glue. Combining different materials, for example, inserting a few pieces of glass into ceramic tile made composition might look really effective.

Of course, the more elegant and easier solution is to buy beautiful plant containers that meet all your demands. You will find all types of designs, colors and shapes in your nearest garden supply store, and much better choice online. Some of these planters are really a work of art, and you will certainly find something beautiful to decorate your outdoor space.

Well, your containers don't have to be in earthy shades, of course. There are so many possibilities. You can bring spring and summer into your garden using vivid colors, why not. Bright color combinations are just perfect solutions for some outdoor spaces, and you can achieve beautiful effects using them. Not to mention that you will enjoy spending time there. Give your creativity a chance and enjoy transforming your outdoor space.




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