Winter Gardening and Decor Ideas

It is a long cold winter in Minnesota. We all get anxious for spring. We look out the window and see a color palette of white, grey, and brown. I think seasonal depression doesn't just from a lack of sun but also from a lack of color and visual stimulation. Don't get me wrong, I love a snowy landscape but weeks of clouds and grey sky takes its toll. On a day where the snow is blowing and the wind chill is 40 below we don't want to leave the comfort of our homes so my thoughts are bring the outside into your home. Not the winter outside of course but the summer outside. Fresh flowers for starters are a great and easy way to add color and life to your home. Just make sure you cover them up when they are outside, they are not a fan of the frigid air. Put them on the counter, the kitchen table, or in small individual vases around the house. Another way to bring green into your home is with fresh herbs. If you have a sunny window with an area for a small pot or a few small pots plant some herbs. Choose your favorite cooking herbs and you will always have fresh on hand. A cute way to have herbs is to hang small pots from the ceiling or attach them to the side of your cupboards in front of your kitchen window.  Remember however, if the window does not get sun the herbs will not be very happy. Succulents are another way to add color. Plant a combination of them in a pot or put a combination of small containers in an area and have a succulent collection. You can get creative with the containers by using mason jars with rocks and dirt, colorful pots, or a vintage jewelry box. Who loves fairies? A fairy garden is the perfect indoor garden. They take a little more maintenance but can be a fun winter hobby. Make them a little home with trinkets, moss, and plants. I also add color to my home with paint and decor. Paint an accent wall or piece of furniture, put up some temporary wall art, or add color to kitchen cabinets. It is amazing what a pop of color does to brighten your day.