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5 Ways to Spruce Up Your Outdoor Space Now—Since Spring HAS to Arrive Eventually

If it's still blustery where you live—like it is in the Jersey 'burbs—you probably aren't worried about spending time outdoors just yet. Chilling outside just isn't fun when you're literally chilling. And still, spring has to arrive eventually, so you might as well prep your outdoor space now—whether it's a yard, a patio, a roof deck, or a fire escape. Here are five ways to get started, from Joss & Main style director Donna Garlough. 1. Bring in some greenery. Potted flowers, herbs, or a tabletop planter of succulents bring an outdoor space to life—especially in an urban jungle. If you don't have a ton of surface space, try hanging baskets or go vertical: Arrange pots on a tall, skinny shelf or consider Joss & Main's Ladder Planter. Ladder Planter, $36. 2. Pick up a ceramic garden stool. "They're weather resistant, colorful, and can be used as a side table or as an extra seat for a guest," says Donna. Plus, they're often the right height to be stowed under an end table, so they're out of the way until you need them. Chances of me buying two of these for our back deck: high. (SO cute with our red

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If it's still blustery where you live—like it is in the Jersey 'burbs—you probably aren't worried about spending time outdoors just yet. Chilling outside just isn't fun when you're literally chilling. And still, spring has to arrive eventually, so you might as well prep your outdoor space now—whether it's a yard, a patio, a roof deck, or a fire escape. Here are five ways to get started, from Joss & Main style director Donna Garlough.

  1. Bring in some greenery. Potted flowers, herbs, or a tabletop planter of succulents bring an outdoor space to life—especially in an urban jungle. If you don't have a ton of surface space, try hanging baskets or go vertical: Arrange pots on a tall, skinny shelf or consider Joss & Main's Ladder Planter.

Ladder Planter, $36.

  1. Pick up a ceramic garden stool. "They're weather resistant, colorful, and can be used as a side table or as an extra seat for a guest," says Donna. Plus, they're often the right height to be stowed under an end table, so they're out of the way until you need them.

Chances of me buying two of these for our back deck: high. (SO cute with our red adirondack chairs, right?) Laurel Garden Stool, $110.95.

  1. Seek out all-weather textiles. Start with an indoor/outdoor rug—most are made out of polypropylene, which is both stain- and fade-resistant, Donna says—then search for coordinating throw pillows to carry the color story.

Zadie Indoor/Outdoor Rug in Navy, $102.95.

  1. Consider lounge chairs instead of a dining set. While it's cumbersome to bring a whole meal outside—which is why patio sets so often go unused—lounge chairs are perfect for morning coffee, a lazy afternoon nap, or an after-dinner cocktail, no schlepping required.

Bali Hai Chaise Lounge, $259.95.

  1. Break out the mood lighting. Candle lanterns give everything a romantic glow after the sun goes down. Pick up citronella-scented set to keep the mosquitoes at bay. Or consider string lights (like these) to give the space a bistro feel. (If you're a renter, just check with your landlord before you hang either.)

Calvin Candle Lantern, $$30.95.

I'm SO excited for hanging-outside weather now. Spring? Spring? Can you hear me?