At the beginning of this week the UK was preparing itself up for the first heat wave of the year, with weather forecasters predicting temperatures of a dizzying 19C here in Liverpool.
So as I finally lowered the central heating thermostat and peeled off the woolly layers I’ve been wearing for far too long, it meant I could start looking forward to spending some much needed time in the garden.
Last year we totally transformed our back garden. You can read more about what we did and how our Nordic travels inspired us here.
For me, the garden is treated no differently to the inside of our home. It truly is an extension to our living space and interior style. We have clearly defined private areas for eating and relaxing, child friendly areas for playing and general silliness, as well as some serious herbaceous borders for my husband and I to flex our green fingers in.
So as I dream of the long summer days ahead, here’s what’s currently on my garden wish list:
Hay Palissade Lounge Sofa
This distinctive outdoor collection from Hay totally optimises timeless summer style for me. It comes in multiple colours and size formats too, plus the tubular steel it’s made from has an electro-galvanized powder coated finish which means this baby is super strong and won’t rust come winter either. There’s also soft quilted cushions available, ideal for any weary gardener to rest their aching bones on.
Ferm Living Bau Watering Can
Who says a gardener can’t be a design lover too? In Ferm Living’s distinctive style, this Bauhaus inspired watering can is beautiful to look at as well as super practical. Made from galvanised steel and finished in a gorgeous powder coated finish, I’ll be using mine for caring for both my indoor and outdoor plants alike.
Fermob Balad Lamp
A must have for anyone wanting to make the most of those warm summer evenings. This wireless rechargeable LED lamp can be used as a sleek and attractive table lantern or adapted to become a stylish outdoor standard lamp. Like all Fermob products they are great value for money, come in a wide range of amazing colours and offer 2 light levels which last for 7-12 hours.
Morso Fire Pot
Morso has been THE Danish brand to go to when it comes to indoor or outside heating for over 160 years. This beautiful little fire pot is ideal for on a patio or in a small garden, made from sheet iron and designed with a practical windscreen. What I love most about this product is that you can also combine it with the cast-iron barbecue grill and recreate your own authentic Nordic food experiences too.
Skagerak Edge Pots
I can’t wait to visit the Skagerak flagship store in Copenhagen this summer, but until then I may need to invest in some of their terracotta pots. Designed by Stilleben, the simple clean lines are inspired by classic Greek and Eqyptian vases, but like all good Scandinavian design the traditional garden pot has been reimagined and given a contemporary twist to complement how we live our lives now.
All photography via the brands named above.
This morso fire pit is just beautiful !! Scandi design is always the best x
They certainly know what they’re doing to make the most of the outdoors x
Really like the Hay sofa, but quite expensive… will it not rust?… Is it like the “frost free” terracotta planters I bought that BROKE during the winter? Don’t know. I like to give some products the benefit of doubt, hope this powder coated finish works for the UK weather! Now tell me – how did you get out in this weather?!!
Given the harsh winter we’ve just had it is a worry investing so much. I have found a more realistic bench by Habitat that looks remarkably similar. I am a hardened gardener and the weather doesn’t stop me!
What a fab wishlist- that outdoor sofa is beautiful
Thank you, it would be a dream to own one!
A lovely selection of garden goodies! It’s making me want to get started on our overgrown patch of weeds…
Thanks Abi, we’ve certainly been stuck by the gardening bug here!
Great selection – just love that watering can !
Thanks, its a beauty isn’t it!
Lovely items. Still too rainy to get properly out in the garden but I’ve got my eye on some of these items for my conservatory.
Better weather is a long time coming this year, but here’s hoping!
A fabulous selection of garden treats here. Like you I’m really considering a rechargeable garden light or three. I have a Fermob table and bench in my garden and they are absolutely ace. Lets hope the weather cheers up again soon
Thanks Mary, here’s to a lovely summer ahead.
Great selection. I do love a bit of Scandinavian design. I’ve been dying up that watering can too. However as I can’t keep plants alive it I don’t really need it. Those terracotta pots look great too.
All we can do is try, it might be the incentive you need!
Ok, so I read the first sentence and then quickly went back to the top to check the date again. Then it all made sense again because it’s freezing again ? I love the watering can, and it’s simple lines ?
This watering can is proving a bit of a hit!
Lovely modern pieces for the garden! So looking forward to a bit if sun! Currently sat in the garden right now x
Here’s to some glorious weather this weekend!
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I’m heartbroken about the Bau watering can. I had to return mine because it was battered and apparently it’s part of the manufacturing process. Still the most stylish watering can ever.
Really, how disappointing. Though with those good looks I can forgive anything!