Garden decor comes in many styles and sizes. Garden decor is a general term that includes: outdoor clocks, statuaries, garden fountains, bird baths and feeders, sundials, arbors, bridges, and wall accents. Basically almost anything that is used to accent your landscape can be considered garden decor.
When choosing the right accents for your outdoor space you want to consider the overall feeling that you want to create. If a stately look is what you're after, then a substantial garden fountain or statue may be right for you. If you like the whimsical feeling, try adding a garden gnome or funny plaque to your yard. The possibilities are almost endless.
On the practical side, there are some things to keep in mind when choosing garden decor.
First is the finish of the piece. Do you prefer metal or resin? Stone or wood? There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. Just keep in mind the maintenace that each finish requires as well as the look that you're going for. As a rule, resin and stone require the least amount of maintenance. Wood will most likely need to be treated on a routine basis. Depending on the metal you choose, maintenance is usually a small issue.
Secondly, never overlook the importance of scale! It is unfortunate to purchase the item you like only to find that when it is way too small when in place. When decorating the outdoors, there is no "ceiling". Therefore, items will always appear much smaller outdoors than they do indoors. When shopping for garden decor, it may be best to place a piece of cardboard or other item in the spot where your accent piece will go. Then take about 10 steps back and see if it's the right size. If not, add to or take away the cardboard until you are happy with the scale of it. Then write down the approximate measurements and use them when shopping.
Finally, the weight of the item. This is important both for wind resistance and the flexibility of rearranging your decor.
The perfect piece of decor can really dress-up your outdoor space. It isn't always easy to find what you're looking for. When shopping for decor, look for a store with the selection, pricing, and service to make your shopping experience a pleasant one!