The Best Metal Ornaments for Your Back Yard

Since 65.8% of Americans own property, it makes sense that backyard decorations are a common part of many people's daily lives. They're a great way to show off your taste to neighbors, start conversations with friends, and declare your outdoor living space as your own.

Metal ornaments are one of the best ways that you can spruce up your back yard. Whether you want to hang them on trees or set up intricate string-and-metal displays, there are tons of different ways that you can showcase your favorite decorations.

Read on to learn some of the best metal ornaments for an awesome yard.

The Great State of Michigan

If you live in Nature Niche's home state of Michigan, we have the perfect yard ornament for you. It features both the upper and lower peninsula of the state and comes in multiple hues. Whether you want a copper ornament or a cerulean one, you can find a design that showcases your pride in where you live.

You can also purchase ornaments that only have the lower peninsula incorporated into their design. Many people who live in this part of the state prefer to have it be the focal point of their decor rather than detracting from it with the upper peninsula's unique shape.

The Iconic Great Lakes

Whether you live in Michigan or not, you can showcase your patriotism with an awesome Great Lakes backyard ornament. It features all five lakes throughout the midwest and eastern regions of the US. Another fun thing about this ornament is that you can see the cutout of Michigan in the middle where the lakes meet!

Squirrels and Their Acorns

Squirrels are one of the most common backyard animals out there, making them the perfect subject for a metal decoration. You can purchase ornaments shaped like adorable red squirrels to show that your space is friendly toward animals and that you accept and embrace the natural environment surrounding your home.

Acorn ornaments are the perfect way to supplement your cute squirrel shapes. Generic acorns just won’t do--all of our acorns are hand drawn from actual specimens of different oak species!  Like all of our metal decorations, these backyard items are powder-coated with a durable finish. The metal will not deteriorate in outdoor conditions and will last for many years to come.

Leaves and Foliage

Native plants are just as common and essential a part of backyard life as animals are, so why not showcase your love for them with a metal ornament? Our shop offers many varieties of native tree leaves including oak, maple, birch, tulip tree, sassafras, and more. Basically, if you can find it in a Midwestern yard or park, you can likely find it on our site. If not, don’t be shy about requesting a design for your favorite native tree species!

This fun garden idea is especially awesome if you place the ornaments around the actual trees that grow within your yard. A black oak tree with green leaves will look awesome with a metal ornament that's shaped similarly but in a contrasting color. Your yard will look both natural and contemporary at the same time when you do this.

Perfect Pinecones

Not into the Tree of Life but still really excited about the idea of a hanging ornament? This pine cone backyard ornament is an awesome choice.

The pine cones on the chain look incredibly realistic but are made from thin metal handcrafted into detailed shapes. They're also coated with a protective layer to make them last longer than they otherwise would.

This ornament is a sculptural wind chime. It has little bells between each pinecone that make light tinkering noises when the wind blows. This is a great way to turn your back yard into a more light-hearted space.

Awesome Owls

In addition to the flamed pine cone ornament, you can also purchase one that features cute, tiny owls. These little metal owls hang 48 inches long and are the perfect addition to any outdoor space. You can hang them from a tree, a planter hook, or a wire that overlooks your lawn or native garden.

These whimsical and fun ornaments are more geometric than the pinecone ones are, which make them an excellent choice for homeowners who prefer clean, straight lines as part of their decor.

Famed Flamed Birds

Owls aren't the only birds that you can showcase your love for in your back yard. We offer small and subtle metal silhouettes of pileated woodpeckers and bright male and female cardinals as well.

However, if you're looking to make a larger statement, you may prefer our flamed cardinal ornament. These birds are gorgeous three-dimensional decorations that are sure to catch the eye. At 10 or 13 x 8 x 5 inches, they're large enough to make a statement.

Buy Metal Ornaments for Your Back Yard

Now that you know some of the best metal ornaments that you can use to spruce up your back yard, it's time to start making your space your own. Contact us with any remaining questions that you have about our metal ornaments.

We're happy to help you pick out the perfect shape and color for your individual tastes. We also will help you find other yard decorations to pair your new ornaments with, so don't hesitate to reach out.