If you've got extra paint stir sticks from painting a fence, it doesn't take much to transform them into a charming planter.

This video demonstrates how to build simple, inexpensive modular cedar DIY planters, perfect for urban living or small spaces ...

There's affordable outdoor furniture, beautiful lighting options, and more planters and greenery than you'll be able to fit on the deck.

You can easily take Stewart’s decorating advice by checking out your local garden center for plants and planters — and Wayfair for the latter.