1. Pumpkin, Meet Apple

While it might seem comparable to mating a Chihuahua with a German Shepard, if you find an apple gourd you’ll immediately be struck by the intense light flecks in the flesh. While this is not an edible variety, the apple gourds are extremely popular for their use in arts and crafts. However, after a few weeks of drying out, the greenish hue will transform into a more appropriate shade of brown or orange.

2. Daisy Gourds

We associate daisies with flowers, but in the gourd scene, this open-pollinated variety simply has an unusual ‘daisy-like’ flower pattern on the stem of the fruit. They come in shades of yellow, green, and orange and are small enough to fit ideally into baskets or serve as complementary decorations around the home. If you choose to keep the stems attached, you can even hang them on a trellis, the patio rail, or a porch arbor.

3. Extra Long Varieties

If you truly want to have a show stopper appearance with your gourd collection, consider adding the long-handled variety, aka ‘dippers’. With a bulbous end and a curved handle, you buy these anywhere between the range of two to three feet in size, so make sure to have ample space for them.

4. Speckled Swan

Add a bit of green to your gourd collection with the fascinating Speckled Swan breed. They can grow up to 8 inches across but have a flat base that allows it to serve as a perfect centerpiece for surrounding with other smaller gourds. However, the sweeping, curved base furthermore establishes elegance, so it’s ideal for a dining table or mantle adornment.

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Tips for Spring Decorating

Bring in Fresh Flowers

During the spring months, everything is starting to bloom. There is no better way to make your home feel spring-like than to bring fresh flowers into your space. Fresh flowers add color, texture, and scent to your home. You can place them in a vase or display a more elaborate arrangement for gatherings and social functions. 

Utilize Lightweight Fabrics and Pastel Colors

The second tip for decorating your home for spring is to utilize lightweight fabrics and pastel colors. Upgrade your curtains, table cloths, throw pillows, throw blankets and throw rugs with ones that are suited for spring. Put away your heavy fabrics and replace them with lighter fabrics, such as cotton, chiffon, linen or jute. Selecting pastel colors or colors with a spring-like pattern further enhance the feeling of spring in your place. 

Strategically Hang Mirrors

The final tip for decorating your home for spring is to strategically hang mirrors across from windows or other sources of natural light. During the spring months, it starts to stay lighter longer and you may want to soak in the sunlight after the darker winter months. Strategically placed mirrors reflect the natural light streaming into your home, making your space feel brighter, lighter and airier. 

Decorating can enhance the look and feel of an apartment. If you are looking for a new apartment in the greater Flagstaff, AZ area that has a spacious floor plan, great views and feels open and airy, Country Club Vista Apartment Homes may be ideal for you. Visit us today to see a model or inquire about pricing and availability. 

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