Hourglass dining table by Amalfi Living, starting at $1,165. Kolo Collection, (404) 355-1717; kolo-collection.com
Fleurs d“Indienne candle, $280. Herm�?¨s, (404) 233-1011; hermes.com
Inspired by the world“s most beautiful gardens, the Villa Paloma Palm Bead Bracelet is made of 18k gold and green aventurine beads, $750. Tiffany & Company, Phipps Plaza, (404) 261-0074; tiffany.com
Encore Azalea has released four fresh new varieties for spring. Autumn Sunburst, Autumn Ivory, Autumn Jewel and Autumn Lily all add lovely color and texture to landscaping schemes. Habersham Gardens, (404) 873-2484; habershamgardens.com; encoreazalea.com
Source lounge chair and ottoman by Gloster, price upon request. Authenteak, (404) 525-1995; authenteak.com
Ceramic pagoda lanterns, $125 each. Neiman Marcus, Lenox Square. (404) 233-7575; neimanmarcus.com
Terrarium, $39. Urban Oufitters, (404) 264-8849; urbanoufitters.com
BEST SELLERS One of the best-selling gardening books at the Atlanta Botanical Garden“s gift shop is Proven Plants Southern Gardens. Other popular tomes include The Painted Garden Cookbook and The Nonstop Garden.
Terrarium tools, $48 for set. Anthropologie, (404) 237-4175; anthropologie.com
Boulder cocktail table by Stone Yard.Available through Paul + Raulet, ADAC, (404) 261-1820; paulraulet.com
Chevron Stripe indoor/outdoor rug, $19 to $229 (depending on size). Ballard Designs, (800) 536-7551; ballarddesigns.com
Dedon SeaX lounge chair, price upon request. Kolo Collection. (404) 355-1717; kolocollection.com
Ligne Roset“s Fifty chair and stool, $1,990. Ligne Roset, (404) 541-1212; lignerosetatlanta.com
Link Outdoor folding side table in chic stainless steel and plantation teak. Available through Ainsworth-Noah & Associates, ADAC, Atlanta. (404) 239-8462; ainsworth-noah.com
Made of 100 percent recycled plastic, the Pitch birdhouse by Loll Designs is completely maintenance-free, $79. Room & Board, (404) 682-5900; roomandboard.com
Camp Wannagetaway collection of outdoor fabrics by Perennials. Grizzel & Mann, ADAC, (404) 261-5932; grizzelandmann.com
Having planted nearly 100,000 trees since its inception in 1985, Trees Atlanta continues to hunt for ways to rid our surroundings of invasive species, while reducing the need for toxic herbicides and preserving our native plant life in the process. Last summer, Trees Atlanta (treesatlanta.org) augmented its popular Urban Goats program with 100 new sheep, kicking off the program at Chastain Park. Protected by shepherd Brian Cash and a group of guard dogs, the hungry flock munches up to 150 cubic feet of kudzu, privet, wisteria and English ivy a day“of great benefit to the nation“s most heavily forested urban area. The second phase of the two-year partnership continues throughout this year, when the sheep will tackle greenspaces including Chastain Park, Morningside Nature Preserve and Freedom Parkway at the Carter Center. Individuals may sponsor sheep or goats for $100 each. “K.A.
Medium Marine Flush Mount fixture, $567. Circa Lighting, (404) 233-4131; circalighting.com
CLASSIC
Inspiring Space: A screened porch sitting area by designer Beth Elsey is as elegant as any indoor room.
Sofa, lounge chairs and coffee table, Veneman Collections. Sofa and chairs covered in Sunbrella fabric. Lanterns above sofa, Holland & Company.
“Terracotta pots by Italian Terrace are some of the best I’ve seen in a long time. I was intrigued when I discovered the line because it’s so fresh and different; we’ve used quite a few in our projects.” –Alex Smith, Alex Smith Garden Design
“The days of big and bigger are over. Now, the public is embracing suitable scale in houses and gardens. As both get smaller, the details are more important than ever. We’re having requests for veggies along garden borders, outdoor fireplaces, pools and water-recycling elements.” –Marcia Weber, Gardens to Love
MODERN
Inspiring Space: A sleek pool area at a contemporary residence in Morningside offers a pared-down approach to outdoor living.
Architecture by Bradley E. Heppner Architecture; landscape architecture by Howard Design Studio; furnishings by Amy D. Morris Interiors
“This year, I am using a lot of green and white in planting design. The combination can’t be beat! My favorite greens are boxwood, Pachysandra, fern and holly. Whites to pair with these include Mount Hood, Thalia or Erlicheer Daffodils; Maureen, White Triumphator or Mondial Tulips; or Excelsior White Foxglove. Containers made of zinc or limestone look great with this color combination.” –John Howard, Howard Design Studio
“A favorite new plant of ours is Farfugium; it’s a Japanese plant that works as a great substitute for hosta. Some have big, bold leaves and others, a more crinkly texture. In late fall, they produce big, yellow, daisy-like flowers.” –Bill Hudgins, Lush Life Home & Garden
RUSTIC
Inspiring Space: The porch at the Palmetto, Georgia, country home of Jared Paul and Kelley Harris blends southern hospitality with a modern verve.
Vintage table and quilt. Dr. No dining chairs designed by Philippe Stark for Kartell.
“Garden is now carrying unique concrete products such as oversize spheres and aerated concrete features and seats. Concrete is mixed with soils, stones and other natural elements to create off-color and lightweight garden ornaments. These one-of-a-kind, handmade features make a flat lawn or a shady nook colorful and architectural.” –Matthew Klyn, Garden
“For spring container gardening and landscaping, I’m drawn to white and gray. I love to use plants with a dusty, grayish tone—like eucalyptus, Dusty miller and Artemisia—because they pair beautifully with whites, blues and emerald greens. I’ll use them all spring.” –Brian James Davis, Cachepot Floral Design & Garden Design
