20 Window Box Ideas for Guaranteed Curb Appeal
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There's no denying the power of curb appeal, and if you're hunting for an easy way to make your home more visually appealing, window boxes are a fairly simple solution. We discovered the 20 best window box ideas, featuring everything from statement blooms and trailing plants to vibrant orange pumpkins and tree branches. Browse these window box ideas to steal inspiration for your home's exterior.
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Lush Greenery
Allow an abundance of greenery to overflow from a rustic wooden box and get ready for your neighbors' compliments to roll in.
Trailing Vines
Trailing plants and oversized floral arrangements are the perfect pairing to take your window boxes to the next level.
Pumpkin Delight
Don't forget your home's exterior when Thanksgiving comes around. Add different sized pumpkins to your florals for a festive look.
Chalkboard Detail
Add a chalkboard label to your window box so you can write a cheerful message or let everyone know what kinds of flowers and herbs you're growing.
A Pop of Red
Make a statement with a bold red box and complementary blooms. Stick to a low floral arrangement to prevent the look from feeling too overwhelming.
Unexpected Tree Branches
If you love nothing more than over-the-top decor, add tree branches to your window boxes. It's especially fitting for a holiday like Thanksgiving, where a mix of gourds or pumpkins would also be appropriate.
A Word of Inspiration
Put a smile on the faces of passerby by adding a positive word, like "inspire," to your window box.
Symmetrical Look
For a pair of window boxes, top trailing plants with colorful flowers for an eye-catching yet unexpected look.
Traditional Wrought Iron
Ditch the traditional window box for a wrought iron version that's full of charm.
Maximalist Vibe
Embrace a maximalist aesthetic by packing your window boxes with everything from vibrant summer flowers to tiered plants.
Winter Style
Celebrate the arrival of the winter season with a window box decked with white poinsettias. Add even more festivity by hanging little wreaths right above it.
Fall Hayrack Boxes
If your idea of fall decor always includes adorable pumpkins, use hayrack window boxes to make them pop.
Rustic Appeal
Keep it simple with a rustic wooden box filled with greenery and vibrant blooms, which would look great in any season.
Double-Duty Drawers
Who said drawers can't double as window boxes? Paint them in a fun color, like blue, to bring more style to your home.
Vintage Charm
Rather than opting for a store-bought window box, paint a vintage wooden crate to display your flowers.
Dramatic Monochrome
Go for an on-trend monochrome look by painting your shutters in a bold hue (cobalt is perfect) and choosing statement flowers in the same shade.
Earthy Assortment
You can't go wrong with window boxes containing an attractive selection of cabbage, pumpkins, artichokes, ivy, and more.
Picket Fence Style
When in doubt, place hyacinths in a picket fence-style window box.
Tall Blooms
Achieve an elegant look with scabiosa, foxgloves, and phlox, which are sure to pop against an understated white window box.
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
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