Sprucing Up Your Space for Graduation Gatherings
Graduation is such a special milestone — not just for the graduate, but for the whole family. It’s a moment to pause and soak in all that hard work, growth, and transformation. And if you’re opening your home to friends and loved ones for a backyard celebration, you want it to feel like your version of beautiful.
The good news? You don’t need a full makeover to create a welcoming, party-ready space. With just a few thoughtful touches, you can turn your yard, patio, or porch into a place that feels fresh, festive, and full of heart.
Start with the Basics: Clean, Tidy, and Trimmed
Give your garden beds a quick refresh — pull a few weeds, trim the edges, and add fresh mulch if needed. A little cleanup goes a long way in making your outdoor spaces feel intentional and inviting.
Add Pops of Life with Hanging Baskets and Potted Plants
One of the easiest ways to add color and charm? Hanging baskets and container plants. Hang them on the porch, from trees, or even a shepherd’s hook by the walkway. Choose blooms in your graduate’s school colors to add a personal, celebratory touch. It’s a sweet nod to school pride — and it sets a beautiful tone for the party.
Create Cozy Gathering Spots
Pull out your favorite outdoor chairs, clean off the patio table, and add a few throw pillows in soft neutrals or school colors. Tuck a small potted herb or flowering plant in the center as a natural centerpiece. String lights overhead or lanterns around the yard bring in that warm, welcoming glow we all love.
A Little DIY Spirit
Set up a simple planter station for guests to create their own mini herb garden or flower pot to take home. Use terra cotta pots, chalk labels, and a few baskets of soil and plants. It’s interactive, and meaningful party favor for your guests!
Let Nature Do the Decorating
Instead of balloons and plastic streamers, let flowers, greenery, and good food do the talking. Display a photo board of your graduate through the years alongside a few thoughtfully placed hanging baskets or a grouping of flowering annuals. It’s these little details that make a celebration feel personal and grounded.
This season, we’re here to help you bring your vision to life — whether you're hosting a big backyard bash or a small, intimate dinner. Our Graduation Garden Sale is in full swing, and we’ve got everything you need to make your home party-ready:
20% off Hanging baskets, annuals, veggies & herbs
Plants to create school-colored planters
Starting June 1st —take 30% OFF our Iseli Collection of conifers & Japanese maples (June 1–15 only!)
Come wander, get inspired, and pick out the perfect pieces to bring your space to life.