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Pure Picks: Roxine Brown

With a green thumb and a knack for finding the best garden gear around the Hamptons, Roxine Brown of Harmonia, Inc. knows how to plant the perfect outdoor area.

“There’s so much more to a garden than the garden itself, as beautiful accessories take a landscape to the next level. When I design, I am always thinking of how I can personalize the space while connecting with my client’s goals.”
“This stunning songbird house doubles as a beautiful garden accent.” XL Songbird House with 12 apartments and custom copper roof, $1,495, East Hampton Gardens, 16 Gingerbread Lane, East Hampton, easthamptongardens.com
“There’s nothing like a relaxing moment in a hammock surrounded by nature to bring sweet bliss.” Poly Duracord hammock suspended on natural wood posts, $1,800 (with installation), Harmonia, Inc., 141 Maple Lane, Bridgehampton, harmoniainc.com  
“I’m thrilled when I discover something authentic and vintage. These make wonderful outdoor containers for your favorite plants.” Victorian zinc dolly tubs, $565, English Country Antiques, 26 Snake Hollow Rd., Bridgehampton, ecantiques.com
“This is my go-to item for dining outdoors with family and friends.” Dockside lanterns (marine-grade metal with teak handles), $395 (small), $495 (medium), East Hampton Gardens
“I always use a combination of natural elements in my landscapes. Each of these benches is unique and beautiful.” Hand-carved solid blue stone bench created by R. Gurr Stone Art, from $2,400 to $7,000 depending on size, exclusively at Mecox Gardens, 257 County Rd. 39A, Southampton, mecox.com
“I love the chic metallic finishes on these one-of-a-kind tree trunks—versatile as a bench, garden feature or side table.” Harmonia handcrafted metallic finish natural wood tree trunks, $675 each, Harmonia, Inc.
“I found these hand-loomed ruanas (poncho-style outerwear) in my travels to South America. I like to have them for my guests when we are sitting outdoors on a chilly evening.” Hand-loomed wool huella ruana from Manos del Uruguay, $172, manor.com.uy