Growing up, my grandmother had an absolutely pristine backyard that made you feel like you were walking through a small botanical getaway.
I didn’t inherit her green thumb, but I do share her love for a gorgeous outdoor space. I also adore everything IKEA, so I figured, why not put the two together?
I scrolled through IKEA’s catalog searching for pieces that would craft an inviting, outside retreat.
With so many possibilities, whether you have a generous garden or an intimate balcony, these picks can help you curate an effortless outdoor oasis.
IKEA Furniture for Outdoor Spaces
If your goal is to enjoy your outdoor space, you’ll need a few things to make the area relaxing, welcoming, and functional. Start with a place to sit, a spot to put a cocktail, and storage to keep everything tidy.
GRYTSHOLM Nesting Tables
These outdoor nesting tables offer flexibility and help you maximize your outdoor space. Keep them nested when you want more room to maneuver about, then open them up to entertain more guests.
SEGERÖN Outdoor Armchair
I love the look of this sleek outdoor armchair with its open, woven back. The overall look stays airy and light, without sacrificing comfort or style. It also comes in a dark green if you’re looking for a piece that blends a bit more into the outdoors.
LÄCKÖ Shelving Unit
Display your favorite plants or outdoor decor using a steel shelving unit that’s durable and prepared to withstand the elements. It’s a great way to create a vertical garden, or use it for storage, keeping your balcony or patio nice and neat.
ASKHOLMEN Table and Chairs Set
When you’re trying to create a relaxing outdoor escape on a balcony, you don’t always have a lot of room to work with. Using a space-saving table and chairs gives you a place to enjoy a cup of coffee or breakfast with a friend without feeling cramped. The table fits flush against the wall, and you can fold away the chairs when not in use.
NÄMMARÖ Loveseat
Placing a loveseat outside instantly makes the space feel like a place to relax. The simple, clean lines of the NÄMMARÖ loveseat offer a comfy spot for two. However, it’s part of a larger modular furniture series, so you can mix and match to create your perfect seating arrangement.
MÅBÄRSSKÄR Coffee Table
Add more functionality to your garden or balcony space with this adorable movable outdoor coffee table. It’s an excellent spot for snacks and drinks, doubling as a serving tray thanks to its convenient handle and lightweight design.
SUNDSÖ Storage Cabinet
Don’t ruin your designer vibes outside with a bunch of clutter. Keep the garden tools, plant supplies, and other odds and ends out of sight with a sturdy outdoor storage cabinet. This metal option comes in several colors and features adjustable feet, so it stands level on any surface.
TALLSKÄR Loveseat
For ultimate comfort and a featured focal point, try a loveseat with a tall back. The high back draws the eye, inviting you to come over and take a seat. You may never want to get up again!
LÄCKÖ Bistro Set
This stylish and sweet table and chairs set gives your garden the look of a Paris bistro, where you can sit back and enjoy a refreshing cocktail or watch the sunset. The black frame looks especially classic when paired with crisp white cushions.
TÅNEBRO Side Table
A sleek side table fits into a tight space and provides the perfect spot for a drink, a book, or a tasty snack. Make the most of your outdoor zone by including appropriately-sized furniture pieces that give your space the form and function it needs.
IKEA Accessories for Gardens, Balconies, and Patios
Once you have the foundation of your outdoor space in place with storage and furniture, it’s time to layer the accessories. This is where you ramp up the wow factor of your garden or balcony. Add some personality and make it even more perfect with this IKEA outdoor decor.
NÄMMARÖ Privacy Screen
Create a more intimate ambiance in your garden with a stylish privacy screen. Whether you’re hiding from nosy neighbors or simply want a cozier atmosphere, a screen offers an easy solution without taking up much space.
VITLÖK Flower Box
A quaint flower box over your balcony rail provides a perfect spot for adding your favorite blooms. If you live in an apartment or dwelling without a dedicated outdoor space, flower boxes are a great way to enjoy tending to your own garden.
SOLVINDEN LED Lamp
This cute LED battery lamp adds a quirky touch to your balcony or garden table. Since it’s battery-operated, you don’t have to worry about finding a place to plug it in, which can sometimes be challenging outside. Also, you don’t have to deal with ugly cords detracting from your garden glow-up.
DJURTRÄNARE Storage Basket
If you love vibrant colors, then clean up clutter with a bright storage basket. This sturdy basket features handwoven plastic rattan, making it super durable for outdoor use. It’s also available in a white-green or white-blue combo if you prefer something a bit more subtle.
FLODBJÖRK Hanging Planter
A garden isn’t all about what grows on the ground. Take your design to new heights with hanging planters. These woven basket planters make use of vertical space, which is especially helpful if you’re working with a small outdoor area or balcony.
Outdoor Decking and Cover Options
I saw this RUNNEN decking on a recent trip to IKEA and instantly started imagining it on my back patio. The turf would also look fabulous behind our shed, creating a secret garden effect. Or you could create an amazing garden getaway using the more decorative ALTAPPEN deck panels.
HASSELBUKETT Plant Pot
IKEA has tons of different planters you can use to add color, style, and texture to your balcony or outdoor area. This plant pot is stoneware, making it extremely durable, and the curvy silhouette creates a pleasing aesthetic when paired with your favorite plants.
OLIVBLAD Rolling Plant Stand
If flexibility and ease are what you’re after when it comes to creating a beautiful outdoor space, you need a rolling plant stand (or several). These plant stands on wheels make it a breeze to rearrange garden vignettes or bring plants inside when necessary.
TOFSAND Lantern
Lighting makes such a big difference in design, and that goes for outdoor areas, too. Adding light helps introduce a layer of warmth and coziness. A colorful outdoor lantern is a great way to add ambient lighting with tealights and candles, whether centered on a table or lined up along a walkway.
MORUM Outdoor Rug
This flatwoven outdoor rug adds texture and softness, making your outdoor zone feel inviting and warm. It’s also easy to clean, which is always a plus. Use it to anchor a seating area or define specific zones.
IKEA Products for Gardening Upkeep
Imagine that you create the perfect outdoor retreat. It looks exactly how you want it, and now it’s time to enjoy it.
But if you want to keep relishing your blissful balcony or gorgeous garden, you need to take care of it. The right tools help you keep everything in tip-top shape and look good while doing it.
DOFTRIPS Potting Mat
Keep your garden care low-maintenance with this mess-free potting mat. The high sides let you plant and pot without getting soil everywhere, then simply rinse it off and fold it up when you’re done.
LÄRKAR Gardening Tool Set
This simple two-piece gardening set is a great start for basic plant care. If you don’t have much storage space for niche garden tools, stick with the basics. They also look cute, so storing them out in the open isn’t a problem. Just hang them on a hook with the handy attached loops.
DOFTRIPS Plant Starter Set
Give your seeds the best chance to germinate and grow quickly with this domed plant starter set. It creates a mini-greenhouse and includes small supports that assist your plants as they grow.
BRYTBÖNA Pruning Shears
Snip and clip with a pair of sharp pruning shears to keep your flowers and plants healthy and thriving. This multi-tool is simple to use, and its bright red color makes it easy to spot when you put it down for a break between trimmings.
KORKGRAN Watering Can
If you have a garden or even simply a few potted plants on your balcony, you need a watering can. This metal watering can has a classic look that adds a decorative touch to your garden.
DOFTRIPS Soil Scoop
This steel soil scoop makes light work of grabbing dirt without making a mess. The design facilitates easy soil distribution, and the smooth sides are easy to clean.
TOMAT Spray Bottle
Sometimes, plants just need a little spritzing, which is where having a small spray bottle comes in handy. This red one from IKEA has different settings, depending on whether you need something strong or a bit more subtle.
DOFTRIPS Self-Watering Inserts
Not good at remembering when to water the plants? These decorative self-watering inserts help your plants get just the right amount of water when they need it, even if you’re not so sure. All you need to do is fill the globes and place them in the soil.
ASPAREN Greenhouse
Need something a bit more substantial to take care of your growing garden? IKEA’s greenhouse for plants gives your sprouts just the start they need, with enough room for your blooms and space left over for you to take care of them.
ODLA Growing Pebbles
These clay pebbles for potted plants help by adding proper drainage and can also act as filler in a larger pot. You can even use them with artificial plants to enhance the illusion and make them appear more realistic.
Style a Beautiful Outdoor Space on an IKEA Budget
Okay, now that you’ve seen all of these fabulous ideas, have you started designing your perfect garden escape? Plus, these outdoor IKEA pieces are just the beginning of what’s possible.
So, how would you boost your balcony or make your garden grow? Let us know in the comments, or if you’ve already transformed your outdoor space, perhaps with an IKEA garden hack or two, make sure to share it!