Home Home Design & Decor Exterior Design Ideas The Best Front Porch Decorating Ideas for Every Month of the Year By Zee Krstic Zee Krstic Zee is a former associate digital editor for MarthaStewart.com. Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 13, 2023 Close Your front porch is the very first thing that guests see when they arrive at your home, but it can be hard to make that essential space feel cohesive with the rest of your living quarters. It's worth thinking of your porch as more than just a space to breeze through—it can be a relaxing haven in the warmer months, even serving as a spot to host friends and family if your front yard is private enough. The bitter cold months warrant some decorative touches, too, and there are plenty of ways to make the space feel welcoming. Get inspired to make your porch your new favorite living space with these ideas designed to add a refined look to any outdoor sanctuary all year round. 01 of 12 January Kathryn Barnard If you're lucky enough to have a fireplace inside your home, keep toasty in front of a warm hearth all month long by stockpiling fire essentials on your porch. When it's time to get a fire crackling, just pop outside for some dry wood and kindling—this also helps keep your living room free of any woodland debris. Best of all, stacked wood is a surprisingly decorative touch, especially when paired with other seasonal motifs, like an evergreen wreath and pine cones. 02 of 12 February Nothing says Valentine's Day like a bouquet of fresh roses—if you're going all out to celebrate a day of love, why not take the concept to your front porch? This rose wreath best conveys a message of love by simply intertwining single buds, preferably in lush tones of red and pink, for a special occasion. Hang one on your door to usher in the holiday. Get More Valentine's Day Flower Ideas 03 of 12 March Welcome the beginning of spring by planting fresh annuals or perennials on your porch; dressing windows up with astilbe, violas, and petunias (pictured here) is easy when paired with leafy greens like coleus. Transplant a few potted perennials found at local home centers, or head online to purchase seeds that you can plant yourself. 04 of 12 April Marcus Nilsson With Easter on its way, it's time to celebrate the arrival of spring with special planters and seasonal arrangements on your front porch. Your porch can be the center of the fun between Easter egg hunts, family picnics, and games like egg bocce, bunny tic-tac-toe, or cornhole. See More Outdoor Easter Decorations 05 of 12 May Hanging plants and baskets are a unique way to add greenery to a space where you may not have space for grounded planters. Suspending trailing ferns (which will be out in full force in May) from your porch's rafters, for example, is a low-effort addition that frees up floor space—and makes for a stunning display, too. 06 of 12 June Kate Mathis Headed to the beach in June? Save yourself from sand-filled headaches by using a peg rail to string beach towels, chairs, and other beach accessories outside of the house—you'll use the rail all year long, but we think it looks particularly stylish when filled with good-looking summer gear. 07 of 12 July Aaron Dyer Who says your July Fourth decorations have to be red, white, and blue? A porch is the focal point of any neighborhood block party—here, handmade ornaments made from inexpensive brass strips are created to make celestial shapes. Get More Fourth of July Crafts and Decorations 08 of 12 August If you have a wrap around porch with enough space, you can create multiple sitting areas for larger crowds to gather in the shade—the summer entertaining season is in full swing (pun intended), after all. Try installing a wide porch swing that incorporates soft, plush outdoor pillows; they can be made using the same kind of durable canvas found on weatherproof outdoor seat coverings. Discover Our Best Small Front Porch Ideas 09 of 12 September Annie Schlechter For a simple and affordable way to personalize your outdoor space—and extend the last few weeks of summer—try painting your front door in a sunny hue. Here, a bright yellow livens up an otherwise all-gray exterior. The Best Paint Colors to Upgrade Your Front Door 10 of 12 October Matthew Williams In addition to all the décor you're preparing for Halloween, there's no better way to kick off the fall season than by enjoying cool evenings outside. Decorate your porch with intriguing pumpkin varieties, planters that speak to Halloween (but don't feel too holiday-centric), and pillows in muted tones. Doing so will give you a warm space to take in the fall foliage all around you. Get Our Best Halloween Decorating Ideas 11 of 12 November Pumpkins and gourds are a fall staple for nearly any home across the country, even in warmer climates. Add some to your outdoor seating area and drape chairs with comfy blankets for the ultimate late-fall, early-winter setup. To take your pumpkins to the next level, consider incorporating low-maintenance succulents, which you can plant inside white pumpkins. Sun-loving varieties, like echeveria, haworthia, or jade, are good options. Get the Succulent Planter Pumpkins How-To 12 of 12 December Mikkel Vang While there are endless opportunities to adorn your door with wreaths throughout the year, a festive option is synonymous with the holiday season. Making one at home is simple; wire your materials to your metal form, and then apply them to a rounded straw or foam base. Get the Holiday Wreath How-To Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit