Inexpensive Desert Patio Ideas

There are many different plants that you could put on your patio to give it the whole desert feel. Putting these various plants in creative Native American pottery would also give your patio that extra desert vibe. All these ideas will take no time at all and will cost barely anything.

Rocks: Around the outer perimeter of your patio, place rocks that are from the desert. You may be able to find some in your yard. If necessary, you can buy them from a home improvement store. Select rocks that have marble-like texture and coloring that is desert inspired. Put the rocks that are larger in the corners of your patio

Patio shades: Along the outside of your patio, install brown patio shades. The shades will give you additional protection from the sun in the hotter months. The shades will also give you more privacy so you can spend some extra time with friends and family without having to worry about nosey neighbors peeking in at you at all times.

Cacti: Without various types of cacti, your desert porch would not be complete. Place cacti in the corners of your patio, as well as on ledges. You want to make sure that you do not put a cactus anywhere where someone might accidentally step on it or get pricked by the thorns. Keep them away from your patio chairs. 

Hanging plants: Ivy, Arizona poppies, and other desert potted handing plants, are a great way to decorate your new desert patio. Hand one to two plants depending on the look you are going for. Hanging too many plants can take away from the look of the house and will alter your view.