Knoxville’s transition into spring is a time of natural beauty and regrowth, a time to be enjoyed by all regardless of the weather—and that’s a local challenge all Knoxvillians endure. With temperatures reaching comfortable highs in the sun and chilly lows in the shade, it can be tricky to enjoy blossoming foliage without the proper porch & patio gear. With that in mind, here are some essentials you’ll need for ultimate outdoor relaxation this season:

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Never underestimate the benefits of layering! Grab a locally designed and printed Knoxville Tri-Star sweatshirt so you can snuggle into a spot outside and enjoy the chirping birds and fresh morning air. Our sweatshirts come in earthy green & navy, Lady Vols blue & orange, and classic navy & red.

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Don’t forget covering your crown; we’ve got trendy, locally-made Knoxagonia beanies that provide the perfect barrier between the weather and your warmth. Just brew some K-Brew coffee or steep some Jackson Avenue tea, sip from your Heart of the Valley mug, and let the spring morning peacefully wake you up.

Peel off the layers as the sunshine takes over! Grab a book and a blanket, and head outside for a fun picnic. Together our plush chenille blankets and fascinating Historic Knoxville guide book (written by local historian Jack Neely) create optimum comfort for a leisurely afternoon in the grass. Grab a tin of Willa’s Shortbread Bites, a prepared Craft Cocktail jar, and soak up a healthy dose of Vitamin D in luxury.

Before you know it, spring will be in full bloom! Check back in April for an up to date list of routes that map out many of Knoxville’s beautiful Dogwoods so that you may witness their springtime majesty firsthand.