The weather is finally to a point, here in Los Angeles, where it’s pretty much perfect… not too hot, nice and bright – and I now spend as much time as possible outside.  And though LA is littered with great outdoor spots, I have to admit, my own backyard is one of my favorites.  Today seemed particularly beautiful… and I couldn’t resist taking some snaps!

Our hideaway house in lush LA

Grapefruits growing from one of our several fruit trees (they’re delicious… fresh squeezed – with a little organic vodka)!

Yep, that’s an IKEA Lack table… they make wonderful side tables for an outdoor living space.  I’ve used a few of these citrus-hued numbers around the lawn.

I wish I could take credit for the beautiful landscaping, but it was here before I was…

An old fountain (that we only run on special occasions) sits under our Clementine tree… total serenity.

I’m embarrassed to admit that I don’t know the type of either of these trees… any ideas?

One of my favorite planters… a gift from my mother.

And the best thing ever… this massive Oak that looms over our house and our lawn.

What’s the best element of your outdoor space???

The weather’s getting warmer and we’ll all be hanging outdoors any day now.  So, there’s no time like the present to spruce up your outdoor space!  Whether you go for the rustic look, classic elegance or dig the modern vibe… I’ve found some of the best “eco” decor around for every style, every space.

I’m absolutely obsessed with these Ceramic Head planters.  They are glorious and oddball… I want one in each color… to create a movable herb garden.  How perfectly special!

If you’re in need of easy seating/small tabletops/statement-y plant stands, garden stools are the way to go.  They’re chic, versatile and luxe-looking (well, the good ones are).  And besides some beautiful vintage ceramic stools out there, the Recycled Aluminum “Miami” Garden Seat at Neiman Marcus (thanks Green Your Decor for the heads up!) is a serious show-stopper.  Modern, classical, tropical… and maybe even nautical, this seat will works it’s chic with many different styles!

I’m also a huge fan of bird watching (sounds a bit nerdy, I know).  I have an amazing array of wild birds that come to feast at the feeders I’ve placed around my house… and I could honestly watch them for hours!  But as to not have my home look like the Birdman of Alcatraz’, I make sure my bird-based pieces are as chic as everything else.

Enter this lovely and artful Recycled Glass Birdfeeder. Easy to fill (which not all are!) and easy on the eyes, it’s stylish, sustainable and gets the job done!

This recycled birdhouse is lovingly made by the students at Brown’s Foster Home in Rome, Maine.  Each little house is an individualistic work of art!  I particularly like this paint-splattered, ceramic doorknob number because of it’s 1980’s Soho meets historic Northeast vibe… Who wouldn’t want to live there?!

Now, take a load off and enjoy the warm weather with the oh-so-chic Modern take on the Adirondack rocker by Loll.   Available in 7 gorgeous colors, this rockin’ chair is made from 100% recycled HDPE (high density polyethylene)!

And what cheeky outdoor area would be complete without the company of a little guy known as the Garden Gnome?!  Let this little ceramic fellow cast a positive spell over your outdoor area… and may your Spring by simply magical!

Keeping it real… garden style!