How I Got Inspired to Clean My Patio

My patio is always a disaster during the winter. Piles of chicken wire, tomato supports, and pots filled with soil and dead annuals. I need a patio clean up.

You can find rakes, brooms and heaven knows what else back there. Hidden from view if you’re looking out from the house, but there in all its glory. Just waiting for spring to arrive.

A couple of weeks ago, I visited one of my favorite shops, Fleur Detroit. Filled with decorative branches, twinkle lights, and urns. It’s a magical place to visit in any season.

Fleur Detroit’s mission is bold.

We strive for excellence and the thrill of discovery in everything we do—for you.

Their outdoor courtyard is filled with empty containers and garden furniture. Just like my patio, but this space looks WAY better.

I Need to Do Better

So why on earth am I treating my patio like a junk yard?

I decided that I need to approach my patio with the same enthusiasm that Fleur Detroit approaches their courtyard.

I started organizing and tidying things up. The stuff I left for spring that was an eye sore (pretty much the entire back corner) was removed and consolidated.

Patio Cleanup Underway – Dismantling Broken Trellis

The area is looking more respectable. Next step will be decorating with branches and potted plants. Who knows, I may even sit out there now 😊.

Post Patio Clean Up and Decorating

I am working now to add some decorations to the patio in hopes of creating an inviting hide away. My first project was to create two moss-filled pots using moss from the back garden. I also added some cut arborvitae branches and a few oil lamps.

Moss-filled bowls using moss from the back garden

Making moss-filled bowls to decorate the patio table

Creating a Cozy Creative Space

I’m excited to create a creative space on the patio this season. I’m not sure why I never took the time to clean up. Now that I made the effort to decorate, the space feels cozier.

This is a nice change for 2025!