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    Farmhouse Christmas Decorations on the Deck

    By: Jane · Updated: 20 Jan, '18 · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

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    We have a small deck at the rear of our house here at the Crossroads, and it's where everyone enters our home. It's also where the topsy turvy planter is, and earlier this fall, I planted some pansies, violas, and ornamental cabbages to brighten the entrance. Recently I added a few more things to get ready for the holidays so today I'm sharing our farmhouse Christmas decorations on the deck. 

    Outdoor farmhouse christmas decorations on the deckOutdoor Farmhouse Christmas Decorations

    This is the very first thing that anyone sees when they approach our back door, and it gives a big clue to how the rest of our home will be decorated for the holidays. This is the latest version of the topsy turvy galvanized bucket planter. I have been "baby-ing" the plants from frosts by bringing the planter onto the back porch on cold nights. But right now, I still have sweet potato vine, asparagus ferns, and red petunias still blooming. 

    Topsy turvy galvanized bucket planter

    The top bucket, though, has been planted with white violas that will bloom all winter. 

    Farmhouse christmas decorations

    A red ticking bow dresses up one of the buckets, and a few ornaments and pinecones serve as fillers where summer annuals were removed. 

    The red truck was previously blue and was used in place of a wreath on our front door last year. You can see it here: Retro Red and Aqua Christmas Porch. 

    Wooden farmhouse christmas red truck

    The red petunias were the inspiration for painting the truck red this year, and I stenciled a little tree on the side. Tree stencils in various sizes are available here: Pine Tree Stencil

    Outdoor farmhouse christmas decorations

    Our farmhouse Christmas decorations just wouldn't be complete without a red truck, would they?

    Outdoor farmhouse christmas decorations

    When we created the topsy turvy planter back in 2013, I really had no idea how versatile it would be or that I would be using it as a planter for so long. It remains one of my favorite DIY projects.

     It gives a great big welcome to all who visit the Crossroads, and I'm loving this Christmas version.

    Outdoor wooden bookcase

    Beside the back door we have a wooden bookcase that holds plants. I've added a few Christmas things on this side, too. The bookcase has lasted longer that I would have thought since it is outdoors, but it's under the overhang of the porch so it doesn't get wet too often. 

    Christmas red chair planter

    In another corner is this red chair planter that was previously used as a red enamelware fountain this summer. After we removed the pump for winter, I decided to bring the chair around back to the deck.

    Outdoor chair planted

    I promptly planted the enamelware bucket with violas and an ornamental cabbage. 

    I'm so lucky that I live in an area where these plants will remain beautiful all winter. 

    White ornamental cabbages

    The red and white painted pots got some frilly white ornamental cabbages, too. 

    Pansies in a planter

    To the right of the red chair is a planter filled with more pansies and violas. The tall plant in the center will not tolerate freezing temps so I simply move the entire planter on the back porch on cold nights. Got to have my flowers, you know? 

    I hope you've enjoyed seeing our farmhouse Christmas decorations on our back deck, and if you're looking for more Christmas inspiration, you're in luck because I have a ton of Christmas Ideas just waiting for you.

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    1. Debrashoppeno5

      November 26, 2017 at 9:16 am

      I love the warm welcome your decorated porch gives to everyone who stops by. There are so many details I love. Especially the red chair and the little red truck.

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    2. Amy @ Stow and Tell U

      November 24, 2017 at 6:14 pm

      This all looks so welcoming with potted plants, touches of red and Christmas. We've already had freezing weather up here in northern Illinois. What I would give to come upon such a pretty porch right now.

      Hope you are having a lovely Thanksgiving weekend!

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    3. Barbara Chapman ~ French Ethereal

      November 21, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      I love that you garden a lot in pots ~ I do, too! I've been covering up my violas with towels on the nights were are getting down to freezing. That and the hydrangea. So far so good! I love your topsy turvy tin planters!!! Great idea! How did you get them to stay?? Have a great Thanksgiving and I put just a little of my garden in with my post on the Creative Christmas link party. <3

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    4. Meegan Fast

      November 21, 2017 at 8:20 am

      Your creativity never ceases to amaze me. I just live your style and crafty goodness.

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    5. Kris @ Junk Chic Cottage

      November 20, 2017 at 11:34 am

      Oh Jane this is just so much fun and pretty all in one place. I always love your deck decor for the holidays. Those red boots are just too adorable. Love love it all. Happy Thanksgiving.
      Hugs,
      Kris

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    6. Maria Brittis

      November 20, 2017 at 8:41 am

      The red petunias are so pretty, I love the tree you stenciled! What a adorable project, its just amazing and so creative. Happy Thanksgiving.
      Maria

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    7. [email protected] Designs

      November 20, 2017 at 8:10 am

      Jane...I always enjoy your deck for every season and love how you decorate your Topsy Turvy planter...such a beautiful area to welcome your friends and family to your home filled with the cutest and most creative things!!...I envy you being able to display those beautiful flowers and ornamental plants/veggies...a herd of deer just ate my geraniums on my back porch the other night..they must be hungry as they have never eaten geraniums in the past....Have a great week!

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    8. Jodie

      November 20, 2017 at 7:00 am

      Lovely post, enjoyed reading it and your lovely photos and porch decor items and floral decor. It all looks very welcoming.

      Reply

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