Try these fall porch decorating ideas for a seasonal refresh

by Carolyn Kay 09/17/2023

As we get cozy and the leaves change and cascade to the ground, it’s time to start thinking about fall porch decorating ideas for a seasonal refresh. Decorating your outdoor space for the season is a perfect way to keep your porch inviting and exciting while celebrating the unique design elements of fall.

For the perfect front porch, consider these fall decor ideas:

Decorate with fall foliage

Try mixing textures of dramatic fall foliage to decorate your space. Combine spiky grass and mum grass, fluffy magic carpet spirea and bountiful kale to fill various rustic boxes. Just be careful to only water container plants when they’re thirsty, as colder temperatures mean less active growth.

Make a harvest planter

You can fill a large container with more than just plants to decorate your fall garden. Try a selection of autumn items including pumpkins, gourds, pine cones, birch branches and small bushels of straw. Carve a few pumpkins for a personal touch, and finish the design with some thick rope to add a rustic vibe.

Create a cozy fall nook

If you want the outdoors to be functional and stylish, create a warm and inviting area to enjoy the autumn colors. Light up the space with string lights and create a relaxing wine with cozy pillows on an Adirondack chair. Include a matching side table with decorative lanterns filled with tea light candles for a bit of extra warmth and sparkle.

Attract visitors with a colorful entrance

Wanting some seasonal curb appeal? Dress up your home’s entrance with a curated abundance of gourds. To keep the aesthetic clean and elegant, opt for gourds in soft and creamy colors instead of the usual bold orange.

You can never go wrong with planter boxes full to the brim with fluffy kale and autumn flowers, either. Keep a cohesive color scheme for seasonal appeal that’s inviting but not overpowering to visitors.

These are only a few options for creating delightful fall porch decor. If you’re in need of design ideas to take your outdoor space into a new season, consider these and other ways to celebrate with cozy autumn style.

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Carolyn Kay

As a Real Estate professional, I specialize in helping my clients buy, rent or sell properties in Westchester County. I am passionate, dedicated and committed to my clients and my first priority is to provide them with first class service and guidance throughout the entire process. It has been said that I go above and beyond for my clients to get the deal closed! I have experience working with clients who have financed their purchases with either a conventional, VA or FHA loan and have a good understanding of how they work; no sale is too big or too small for me to take on. My family and I relocated to England for 2 ½ years, this was a wonderful experience but at the same time, it was overwhelming. I have first hand knowledge of the challenges as well as the positives in discovering a new community. I was born and raised in Scarsdale and once married, my husband and I decided to raise our two daughters here. Both of our daughters successfully graduated from the Scarsdale schools and are both married, living and working in Manhattan. After living in the same house for 30 years my husband and I took the leap, sold our home and bought and renovated a condo townhouse in another town. Once again we are discovering a new community and fully understand the highs and lows of selling a home we loved and buying and making a new home. I feel that my personal real estate experiences have made me more in tune with my client’s needs and therefore better able to help them navigate through the complex process. Please call me so that I can put my knowledge and experience to work for you.