Planting Spring Flowers

Rejoice in the warmth that spring provides and get rid of the drabness of winter by planting colorful spring flowers.  There are so many wonderful flowers to choose from; pansies, freesia, dahlia, sweet peas, roses, and zinnia just to name a few.  Gardening is such a great excuse to get out and enjoy fresh air while getting your hands dirty.  Plant a variety for a dazzling display that will give you a sense of pride and accomplishment.  At Alice's Outdoor Emporium, we have pretty planters that will become the centerpiece of any garden.

Rustic but elegant, our Wagon Wheel Planter looks equally at home on a patio, lawn or in a garden.  This old fashioned planter features four wooden buckets hanging from a small wagon wheel.  Plant a variety of flowers and greenery in them for a delightful homespun look. 

The base is a large wagon wheel, and, this planter has a weathered finish making it look like a fine antique.  It measures 18 1/2" diameter x 23 1/2" high and some assembly is required.  Very versatile, it can stand alone on it's own, or use it as the cornerstone of a larger display. 

Who hasn't had the pleasure of throwing a penny or two into a wishing well?  It's easy to add a little bit of storybook charm to your lawn or garden with the Rustic Wishing Well Planter.  This good sized planter makes an impressive display and stands 44 1/8" tall and measures 25 5/8" in diameter.  You can plant flowers and greenery in both the bucket and base. 

Made from durable fir wood, with a little care you will have many years of enjoyment from it.  Use it as a starting point and let your imagination and creativity flow.  Surround it with decorative rock, more plants and a couple of cute decorations and you will truly have something to brag about.


We haven't forgotten about people who live in apartments or condo's.  The Stack-A-Pot is the perfect solution for those with a limited amount of space, and, it is just a darned good idea.  This three-layered planter is made out of UV-resistant plastic and can stay outdoors in any kind of weather.  Each layer consists of three segments and each layer is staggered in a vertical stack that rests on a matching base.  This allows you to plant nine different flowers or greenery without needing a bunch of separate pots.  When not in use, they stack neatly inside each other for easy storage.  An extremely clever and decorative planter!

Glorious Garden Statues

Gardens are starting to come into their own again and now is a good time to pick some decorative accents to add style and personality.  Statues make clever points of interest to highlight your garden with.  Use a larger statue to build a pretty display of plants around, or, sprinkle smaller statues throughout your flowers and shrubs that will add delight wherever you look.   At Alice's Outdoor Emporium, you are sure to find the perfect statue for any garden.

Children always make such delightful subjects, and this particular statue is so very charming.  Our Girl with Watering Can Garden Statue is very sweet and whimsical.  This old fashioned youngster is beautifully detailed from her dainty fresh face to the tips of her shoes. 

She is poised as if to help water your garden with a glistening golden watering can.  Fashioned from a durable resin/stone mix, she will provide you with many years of enjoyment.  The statue measures a generous 22" H x 10.5" W x 11" D.

This statue would look lovely with short greenery and flowers planted in front of her.  Use her as the backdrop for a colorful pansy patch or various colored moss roses.  Sprinkle in some green plants and some decorative rocks and you will have the start of a dynamite display!





Just about everyone has heard "and the lion shall lay with the lamb".  We have a garden statue that is the perfect embodiment of this Biblical phrase.  The Lion and Lamb Garden Statue depicts both strength and tenderness at the same time.  The strong beast with his flowing mane gently looks upon the cradled lamb.  This statue is beautifully detailed with the realistic characteristics of both animals.  Made from durable resin/stone, this magnificent statue measures 12.25" H x 20" L x 10" W. 

If you are looking for a statue that is truely impressive, the Angel and Dove Statue will surely please you and your garden guests.  This heavenly angel folds her wings around her as she releases the eternal symbol of peace, a dove, into this world. 

Lovingly rendered with artistic detaling from top to bottom, this statue looks like it just stepped out of an Old World Garden with it's decorative pedestal base.  The statue is made for years of enjoyment from a resin/stone mixture and measures a stately 46.75"H 16.5"W 15.75"D.

While this angel looks lovely in a garden, she would also make a grand addition to a patio or yard.  She would look quite charming in front of trees or shrubs in the corner of a yard.  Add an arrangement of flowers, greenery, and rocks in front of her and you turn a drab corner into an elegant oasis.

Fountains for Fun

What better way to relax than to kick back and listen to the soothing sound of cascading water.  Fountains are not only beneficial for your stress level, but, they can also be a fun way to express your personality.  There are so many styles available to choose from and you can place them in your garden or on your patio or lawn.  At Alice's Outdoor Emporium, we have a large selection for you to choose from, including solar fountains, which don't require an electric outlet in order to function.

One of my personal favorites is the Thirsty Hound Solar Fountain.  This is a real treat for animal lovers and it is quite cute and humorous.  A floppy-eared hound dog has his paws on top of the drinking fountain and is ready to quench his thirst.  This fountain has great detailing, right down to the wrinkly skin and forehead of man's best friend.  Very versatile, you can place this fountain anywhere.  It comes complete with a solar panel as well as an AC adaptor in case you're putting him in a shady place.  The fountain includes the pump, is made of durable resin, and, measures 21 7/8" x 13 3/4" x 27 1/8" high.

Customers rave about the Fun and Play Garden Fountain, which is sure to bring a touch of whimsy wherever you place it.  A young boy and girl are poised to take a refreshing drink from their garden spigot with this charming fountain. 

It has a beautiful bronze finish, but, is actually made from durable polyresin to provide years of enjoyment.  The fountain is UL approved, comes with a submersible pump, and measures 19 5/8" x 14 3/8" x 26 1/8" high.





Beautifully nostalgic, the Fairies Solar Garden Fountain is also quite impressive in stature.  Very intricately decorated, two charming fairies provide the cascading waters of this lovely fountain as it pours from one bloom to the next and then to the basin below. 

You can use either the included solar cell or AC adaptor to power it.  The fountain is made from a composite of polyresin, stonepowder, and sand and it measures a generous 17 1/2" x 17 1/2" x 41 3/8" high. UL recognized, some assembly is required.

Rustic Garden Benches

It's spring, the weather is getting nice and it's the perfect time of year to enjoy a little fresh air and sunshine.  A cozy bench is the perfect place to take a break from working in your garden, to read a book, or, just spend time communing with nature.  Nothing is more ideal for a garden than a rustic wooden bench.  Natural wood looks so very right in a garden and it can get even more interesting as it ages.  At Alice's Outdoor Emporium, we have included some lovely wooden benches that will add a touch of rustic romance to your garden.

Roomy enough for two people to cop a squat comfortably, the Wagon Wheel Bench is both quaint and comfortable.  The bench has a lovely patina to it, and, it has wagon wheels at each end which serve as armrests and supports for the bench.  Handsome as can be, it will add a little bit of country flair to your garden, porch or patio.  The bench measures 42 1/4" w x 21" d  x 31" high and some assembly is required.

A very old fashioned idea, and, so very relaxing, a garden swing is the ideal way to melt your cares away.  You can hold hands with your sweetheart quite comfortably on our Pine Garden Swing.  Built to last out of durable Russian Pine, it has an oil and lacquer finish for lasting beauty.  Not just for gardens, it would also work admirably on your lawn, porch or patio.  The swing measures 67 1/3"L x 33 1/2" D x 65" high and some assembly is required.


A cozy little love nest, the Rustic Romance Garden Bench is everything that you could want for a little place to escape for a while.  With the look of weathered timber, the bench is built into a charming pergola structure with a roof.  Made out of fir, it is a very strong structure with a maximum weight capacity of 660 pounds.  So pretty, it will become the centerpiece from which you can admire your garden from.  The bench measures  60" x 25" x 81 1/2" high and some assembly is required.

The Ambience of Warmth

Spring is here, the days are getting longer and depending on where you are, warmer.  Don't let a chill in the air keep you from enjoying your outdoor space.  With a fire pit, you can enjoy the warmth that it gives along with the ambience and romance that the flames provide, by day or night.  All that you need to enjoy this little luxury is a safe surface to place the fire pit on, firewood and a lighter.  Then, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy conversation, a glass of wine or cup of coffee, and, the people you love.  At Alice's Outdoor Emporium, we have a selection of very stylish fire pits that will be an attractive addition, as well.

If you like to entertain, you may want a fire pit that has a touch of elegant sophistication.  The handsome Cocktail Fire Pit from Fire Sense certainly fits the bill.  Ideal for lounging around, the 30" bowl is fashioned from commercial grade stainless steel that has been hand hammered.  The decorative iron frame has scrolled feet and a black powder coat finish for a dramatic accent.  The pit includes a heat resistant domed screen lid, a screen lifting tool, and wood grate.

There is no reason that something that is functional can't be beautiful, too!  The Portsmouth Fire Pit from Fire Sense is exceptionally handsome and decorative.  The 30" fire bowl is fashioned from black steel and it rests on top of an ornate black steel base with a powder coat finish.  It is designed to give you and your family many years of enjoyment, and, includes a domed heat resistant spark screen, screen lifting tool and wood grate.

Last, but not least, is my personal favorite for being unique in style and yet, so affordable.  The Urn Fire Pit from Fire Sense is truly like a gem for your patio.  The 30" fire bowl is made from gleaming stainless steel.  It rests on a pedestal steel base with intricate scrollwork and an attractive pewter finish.  It is topped off with a domed spark screen and includes a screen lifting tool and wood grate.  It is lovely to look at even when it's not in use.

For the Birds

Spring is in the air, and, so is love.  Birds will soon be making their nests and welcoming new family members.  This is the time of year to add some comfortable homes to your yard where birds can happily and safely nest.  Birdhouses not only provide shelter, but, they can be colorful and attractive yard decor as well.  At Alice's Outdoor Emporium, we have a selection of fanciful and whimsical birdhouses that are pretty and practical.

If you love feeding the birds and always have flocks of them in your yard, the Cape Cod Bird Condo is ideal for you.  This A-framed birdhouse has multiple levels and openings and will shelter up to six families from the weather quite comfortably.  It has a fresh whitewash finish and an attractive gingerbread style golden colored roof.  It is cozy enough that birds will be able to enjoy it all year round.

What could have a better theme for spring than the Love Shack Birdhouse.  The perfect little nest for a loving pair, this is a truly stylish house.  Birds are welcomed by a heart shaped entrance that is surrounded by a bevy of forest "treasures".  It is decorated with a pine cone, wooden benches that are perfect for perching and moss.  The unique asymetrically shaped roof is topped off with a little "chimney".  Made from wood, this birdhouse includes a loop for hanging.

Colorful and clever, the Surf Shack Birdhouse is perfect for anyone who lives near the beach or who just loves anything nautical.  This birdhouse is loaded with personality and includes cheery surf boards, lots of signs, netting and more.  The "shop" is topped off with a handsome thatched roof that adds to it's appeal, making it a truly fun way to shelter your feathered friends.

Humorous Outdoor Decor

Brighten up your day and put a smile on everyone's face with fun and humorous outdoor decorations.  Besides boosting your spirits, you can show your personality and give your property a little extra dressing at the same time.  At Alice's Outdoor Emporium, we've gotten in some unique and lighthearted items for spring that don't cost a fortune, but, will supply you and your neighbors with priceless amounts of joy!

A favorite and whimsical tradition for decades, there is a new twist on an old favorite.  Come take a look at the Art Glass Flamingo Statues we have included on our website.  Just as funny and charming as can be, these impressive flamingos are metal sculptures with pink art glass bodies that are quite beautiful in the sun.  With nobby knees and colorful beaks, this handsome pair make the ideal decoration for your lawn or garden.

Spring showers bring May flowers, get ready for the rain with downspout covers that will direct water away from your homes foundation.  We have adorably fearsome ones for you - Downspout Gators.  These fun Gators are so clever and practical at the same time, just slip them onto your downspout.  Made from high quality resin, they have great details including scaly skin, wideset eyes and plenty of teeth.

Most of us have seen pictures of the gargoyles that adorn ancient cathedrals and other imposing buildings.  Now, you can have your own personal one to adorn the outside of your home, a garden wall or a favored tree.  The Gothic Climbing Gargoyle is quite a charmer as he looks down upon the rest of the world.  Made of high quality resin that will provide you with many years of amusement, and, he is sure to get you some interesting remarks!