20 Rustic Farmhouse Garden Decor Ideas
If you are looking for easy ways to add character and charm to your garden then look no further. You will find 20 charming rustic farmhouse garden decor ideas in this post.
Does you garden feel polished, pretty and nice but is missing charm, uniqueness and more “you”? Sometimes a little personality can go a long way, and an easy way to accomplish this is by adding rustic, aged, one of a kind pieces around your garden. This will give your garden character, make it fun and exciting and you will love your garden even more!
These simple ideas will transform your garden into a rustic farmhouse garden without being to overbearing.
Let me know your favourite!
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Rustic Decor Ideas:
1. Planter Ladder
This is a classic for a reason! A rustic weathered ladder will instantly add character, more planter space and charm! What I love about ladders is that you can basically place them anywhere as long as there is a wall that it can lean against like on the porch, patio, or in your garden.
The steps provide space for planters and this is where you can have fun with it. You can rotate the planters with the seasons and make it your own whether you’re using it for herbs, pretty flowers or pine branches and string lights for a magical winter ladder.
You find these at flea markets, online marketplaces, antique shops or local garage sales!
2. Galvanized Garden Planters
Galvanized anything screams farmhouse! What is so great about galvanized planters is that they only get better with age. The rust and aging only adds character and charm. You can never go wrong with these!
3. Rustic Window Box Planters
This is a unique way to decorate your garden with if you don’t mind being a bit crafty!
Antique windows can be found at antique shops, flea markets, garage sales or online marketplaces. Sometimes it takes a bot of time until you find the perfect ones, but it is well worth the wait.
This is definitely a unique idea that will instantly add charm and beauty to your farmhouse garden.
4. Door Arch Garden Entrance
Here is another crafty, unique idea full of character and charm. Instead of going with a regular arch, consider building this cool antique doorway arch! It will be one of a kind and you will be sure to get compliments with this!
5. Picture Frame Flower Wall
Do you happen to have a blank wall or fence that needs that something? Picture frames can easily be found at thrift stores, usually for a very affordable price! This is especially great if you have a flower garden and want to display all your pretty blooms!
Not only is it pretty but will provide the perfect backdrop for photos and parties!
6. Chandelier
If you want to transform your garden into a dreamy romantic escape then consider hanging rustic old chandeliers! This world especially well if you have mature trees in your backyard! It would be fun to dress these up with all your seasonal blooms or lights and would be a stunning addition if you host a backyard dinner party.
7. Rustic Trunk
A rustic trunk with beautiful blooms will make an instant focal point in your farmhouse garden! It will literally invite you to stop and smell the blooms!
8. Wooden Barrel Planters
Is it even a farmhouse garden if no wooden barrels are involved? They are such a classic in old farmhouses, farmhouse gardens and if you need a bit of rustic charm!
Again I would advise you to check your local flea markets, antique shops and local yard sales. You never know when you might get lucky!
10. Outdoor Planting Station
An outdoor planting station will be both be practical and pretty! There is something about a rustic planting station filled with terracotta pots and your garden utensils that instantly adds to the farmhouse vibe while also being super useful.
Don’t be scared to use practical things as decor, a planting station being the perfect example.
11. Enamel In Gardens
Using enamel kitchenware as planters in your garden makes for the perfect farmhouse decor addition. They will perfectly fit the vibe by adding a little rustic charm to a clean garden.
This is the perfect opportunity to raid your grandmas attic or hit up local antique shops!
12. Teapot Planter
Tea pots make the perfect planters! Simply drill a few drainage holes and viola! The handle makes it perfect to hang them up, or place them around the yard for cute garden decor.
13. Rustic Signs
I know this can quickly become cheesy but as long as you stay away from the overused quotes like “live, laugh, love” you will be ok! These are fun to personalize and use them whichever you want!
14. Painted Birdhouses
If you have someone handy in your family then this is the perfect project for your garden! Make them cute and whimsical with some paint and decorating and place them around your garden by either hanging them up, placing them in trees or poles ir wherever else you can find room.
They add character, a whimsical charm and fun to your garden space while attracting beautiful birds!
15. Scarecrow
This is a great example where you use something practical like this scarecrow as decor! While it will be sure to keep the bird away it also adds character and humour to your garden! Also, how fun are they?!
16. Aged Wheelbarrow Planter
The perfect addition and focal point of any farmhouse garden is a beautiful rustic wheelbarrow! It is a great way to reuse antique wheelbarrows and it makes for the perfect planter! This will be a show stopper for sure!
17. Milk Can Bird Bath
Milk cans make great rustic decor no matter how aged they are, the more aged the better! Use them as planters or upcycle them into a bird bath as seen in the photo!
18. Tea Cups Bird Feeder
Another awesome craft is making a rustic tea cup bird feeder! Tea cups are easy to find at thrift stores and with a few tools you will have made a one of a kind bird feeder that will attract beautiful birds and looks so visually pleasing!
19. Wagon Wheel
This one doesn’t need a lot of explaining as it speaks for itself. An antique wagon wheel is a statement and looks great on any yard!
20. Vintage Cast Iron Water Pump
If you happen to come upon a vintage water pump then that is your sign to create a beautiful rustic water fountain. It is unique, rustic, and beautiful while making your garden serene, relaxing and a place for nature to get a drink of water!
Let me know if you enjoyed these 20 rustic decor ideas to create a beautiful rustic farmhouse garden! I loved creating this post for!
Happy antique hunting!!
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