Squirrels, birds and the odd bunny are common backyard visitors, but as the weather warms up, why not share your outdoor spaces with a menagerie of a different kind? Best part: These colourful critters won’t dig holes in the lawn or eat your favourite spring blooms.
Catch of the day
Reeling in this big boy would not be easy since it’s made of concrete with an aged stone finish. But Sami Salmon is the perfect accessory for a pool or water feature. Priced at $49, it can be ordered online at MondusDistinction.com.
All cracked up
Mosaic pig at HomeSense.
Welcome guests into your garden with this colourful oinker. Made of hefty concrete topped with shards of green and patterned tiles and the words, Welcome to the Garden, on its back, the mosaic pig retails for $34.99 at HomeSense.
Horsing around
Swingasan from Pier 1.
Curl up with a good book under your favourite shade tree in the new Swingasan from Pier 1. Made of white or light brown rattan, the hanging chair features a backrest with sea horse silhouettes. It can be yours for $449.
Climbing the walls
Mosaic Gecko from Mondus Distinction.
Bring a plain wooden fence or brick wall to life with the Mosaic Gecko from Mondus Distinction. Made of metal with glass jewels down its back, the creepy crawler is 97 centimetres long and sells for $49 at MondusDistinction.com.
Chilling out
Chillax Frog at Urban Barn.
Most backyards are havens for relaxing with family and friends. Set the tone for your outdoor oasis with the Chillax Frog. Made of resin, the stretched-out amphibian makes a comical conversation piece. Pick up the lazy lummox for $59 at Urban Barn.
It’s all about the base
Accent table at Pier I.
There’s something fishy about this accent table with a round glass top: The base is an oversized sea horse with a matte silver finish. Find it for $189 at Pier I Import stores.
What a hoot!
Farley Owl Statue at Urban Barn.
Known for their wisdom, owls are nocturnal birds of prey with sharp talons and even sharper vision. Who better to keep a watchful eye over your deck or patio than the Farley Owl Statue? Available in aqua or orange glazed ceramic, it stands 23 centimetres high and was spotted for $32 at Urban Barn, 5487 Hazeldean Rd.
Rock on
Gardeners Eden turtle at HomeSense.
Sculptures, like this turtle from Gardeners Eden, are built to last. Made of stone with pebble detailing, the rock-hard art can withstand any weather. The turtle retails for $29.99 at HomeSense.
Snail’s pace
Snail sculpture from HomeSense.
Made in Vietnam, this clay snail sculpture with glazed shell can be tucked between lush ferns, perched on a retaining wall or plunked in the flower garden to create an artsy touch. It’s priced at $16.99 at HomeSense stores.
