1. A five-piece patio dining set because candlelit dinners are magical underneath the stars. And when unexpected bad weather comes through, the chairs are stackable and can be stored away — plus, the set has a rust-resistant coating.
Promising review: "Love this dining set; it was easy to put together, and very sturdy and substantial." — Cmj1958 Price: $308 (originally $489) 2. A striped throw pillow that will make you feel like you have a cabana boy on staff.
This pillow is made from a durable outdoor fabric treated with enhanced UV protection to resist fading from the harsh sun. Promising review: "The product was exactly as pictured and described. Nice coloring and a smaller size (16 inches) that works with my smaller outdoor seating area.
The pillows also have a zipper, which was not obvious from the product description, but is great for washing." — csalves11 Price: $13.85+ (available in seven colors and patterns) 3.
A sling chair that'll trick you into thinking you're at a Palm Springs resort. Lay back and enjoy a little fun in the sun, but don't forget to wear sunscreen! Price: $149 for one chair 4. A cedar porch swing to make your home feel like a cute and quaint little bed and breakfast.
Unfortunately, the jazzy throw pillows are not included. Promising review: "We absolutely love! We didn’t use the chains provided, and we also stained and put a top coat on." — Jackie Price: $169 5.
A hammock woven with oatmeal rope that hugs your body for full relaxation. Hang this between two trees, or purchase a stand and kick back anywhere in your yard. Promising review: "This is very comfortable , very easy to hang up.
I love swinging on it while reading a book. It was very easy for one person to install and hang. I love this hammock.
" — BONITA Price: $89.98 6. A stylish and versatile outdoor rug that will instantly elevate your outdoor space and allow you to kick off your shoes and comfortably walk around barefoot.
Did I mention it's both stain- and fade-resistant?! Promising review: "I like the quality (tight weave). Beautiful and well priced." — LoveistheAnswer Price: $48.
98+ (available in five sizes) 7. A durable convertible daybed that puts a La-Z-Boy recliner to shame. With four adjustable backrest levels, it allows you to sit upright, recline, or even lie flat.
But that's not all; there are two retractable side tables for your beverages and snacks, plus the ottoman, which can be used as a coffee table, also slides under the daybed when you need more floor space. Promising review: "Beautiful finished product, relatively easy to put together and comfortable for patio furniture! Would recommend." — Kristen Price: $416.
40+ (available in three colors) 8. A few concrete patio pavers (that ~look~ like individually laid stones) to create a walkway so you can pretend you're Dorothy on the yellow brick road (or, in your case, slate stone road), only you're trading in Oz for your gorgeous backyard. There really is no place like home! Promising review: "So easy to use! I just laid this right on top of the mulch, then spread more mulch over the top to fill in the gaps.
Removed a couple of stones from the edge by the patio and placed them in different spots to get the edge right. So easy to reposition, no base work needed. Looks so nice and took 30 minutes or less to do for around $100!! I wish I had an unlimited budget because this would be all around my property.
" — ChristyD Price: $11.98 per paver 9. An outdoor ceiling fan that can be installed with a downrod or angle-mounted to create a luscious breeze that will cool down your patio, porch, *or* gazebo.
The fan has three speeds, so you can crank it up on those extra hot and humid days. Promising review: "Bought four of these fans for my two 12 x 20 metal pavilions. During our recent heat wave (97 degrees), we had an outdoor family party.
These fans helped us from overheating. The two fans' airflow could be felt throughout the covered area. The setup is as simple as it gets.
The 10-foot power cord gave me more than enough room. I will recommend these fans." — Pat M Price: $99 (originally $139.
98; available in two finishes) 10. A set of Govee outdoor color-changing string lights with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities that will fit with whatever holiday, season, or vibe you might be feeling. The lights can be voice-controlled with Alexa and Google, too! Alexa — set the mood.
Promising review: "These lights are amazing! They were easy to install with the adhesive. Even the screw-in clips have adhesive, making the installation of the screw easy. The screws are too small for a normal-sized screwdriver, but they still install easily enough.
After the installation, be prepared to amaze yourself, your family, and your neighbors. I have already had two neighbors ask for help to install their lights. The app is the best part, with numerous set programs for different themes.
It can turn on/off based on sunset/sunrise. The lights will even dance to your music. Highly recommend.
" — Papacito Price: $199.99+ (available in two lengths) 11. A resin planter with a contemporary and sleek design that reviewers have even used to make a DIY fountain.
Pop in your favorite flowers or succulents, *or* add rocks and a submersible water pump to make a zen water feature. The choice is yours! Promising review: "I loved the texture; no holes if you want to use it as a fountain. You can pop the wholes out if planting plants.
The price is great for the quality product." — GiGi Price: $14.48+ (available in three sizes and two colors) 12.
An electric leaf blower with a rechargeable battery because your backyard won't look like a serene retreat with a bunch of debris all over the place. Blow off the patio furniture with air speeds of up to 120 mph!! Promising review: "This was super easy to put together; the battery charged quickly and lasted longer than I expected. It is lightweight and powerful.
" — Lowes Lady Price: $129 13. An above-ground pool for the ultimate cool-down and relaxation station. It includes a cartridge filter pump, so this baby is staying crystal blue all summer long.
Grab a floatie and get to chillin'! Promising review: "I have bought several pools over the past decade, and this is by far the most sturdy, best built, and easiest to put together!" — szick Price: $747.54+ (available in three sizes) 14. A waterproof hexagonal canopy with breezy mesh walls so you can enjoy your backyard barbecue without unwanted guests ruining the party — aka bugs.
There are two zippered doors that allow for easy entry and exit for (invited) guests, while the canopy provides UV protection. Price: $199 15. Or a retractable awning if you have less of a yard and more of a patio, to create a little or a lot of shade, depending on what your little heart desires (and where the sun is).
Then, you can just roll it in when a storm comes along for safekeeping. Promising review: "Bought over two years ago, and it is such a delight to roll it out and park on our deck. We have a 12-foot x 18-foot deck with an entrance from the 12-foot side.
It is a framed deck with the awning reaching out to the center zone. Ordering another one to attach on the opposite side so we can roll it out and cover from the other side. Totally covered patio.
Great stuff. It has been through some storms here on the coast of NC, and it still works fine. I roll it up all the way and loop rope around it to bind the entire thing and keep the wind from ripping off the front flap.
When storms are gone, I roll it back out to cover the patio." — DAVID R Price: $200.11 (originally $229, available in two colors) 16.
A misting system to beat even the most extreme temps, like the reviewer below. The flexible tubing allows it to be freestanding *or* hung up, so feel free to bring it along to every location in your yard. Promising review: "Bought this for the patio to use under the umbrella.
Used it for the first time today during a swim party. The high temp today was 107 degrees. It kept the temperature under the umbrella comfortable, even in the extreme heat.
Would definitely recommend!" — Scott M Price: $24.97 17. A six-pack of LED path lights that give off a beautiful pattern.
The lights are solar-powered, so let the sun charge them by day and enjoy the illumination (and not tripping on your way to the door) by night. Promising review: "What is not to like?! We put the stakes in the ground, and once energized by the sun, they give a lovely light to show us the way at night. The pattern emitted is beautiful as well and has a nice spread.
" — Benny Price: $24.98 for six 18. Or a few lantern lights that are also solar-powered.
They can be hung around the yard on shepherd-hook stakes or simply placed on a table to add a glowy ambience to eating al fresco. Promising review: "Love these sparkling lights that we placed in our screened porch. Gives a touch of ambience.
Looks pretty when the sun goes down." — Outsidegirl Price: $9.98 19.
An aloe vera plant (or five) to add some easily-maintained greenery to your yard. Since this plant is heat- and drought-tolerant, you won't have to constantly water it. And, if you spend a little too much time in the sun, you can snap off a spear and rub a little on your skin.
Promising review: "Beautiful aloe vera plant. It was delivered on time and in excellent condition!" — Sasha Price: $5.98 20.
An artificial hedge wall for some privacy in your yard from nosy passersby and that's also perfect for those with up-close neighbors. It also just looks cool and trendy, so there's that. Promising review: "This product is ideal for metal or wood fences.
It has great coverage and can be divided into smaller panels to fit the specific space. It comes with accessories for easy installation. And even though it is made of plastic, it can easily pass as the real thing.
" — Adri Price: $50.98 21. A few classic concrete edging stones with a cute scalloped design to give your yard some pizzazz.
They're perfect for using around lawns, walkways, garden beds, or driveways. Promising review: "Worked out great!! Many compliments from neighbors." — Smdj Price: $2.
38 each 22. A container of Miracle-Gro plant food that, like the review below states, makes your plants "come to life." Sometimes, all your garden needs is a few nutrients.
This plant food works on flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and houseplants for a one-and-done sit-u-a- tion . Promising review: "I have been using this product for many years, and I totally believe in it. For me, in a lot of cases, I literally see the plants come to life within an hour or two after watering.
The plants love this stuff and an almost instant gratification is wonderful for me to see. I swear by it. Highly recommend.
" — Lowe's reviewer Price: $10.98+ (available in four sizes) 23. A can of Valspar nonslip porch and floor paint to take that tired ol' concrete and give it new life.
Look at that after photo — it looks like freshly laid concrete! This paint can be used on wood if your deck needs a refresh, too. Psst — it's also available in other finishes ! Promising review: "Excellent coverage for a nonslip surface." — KarlJ Price: $42.
98 24. A bag of mulch because — hear me out — every fancy resort has well-manicured landscaping. The mulch will help control moisture and regulate soil temperature while giving any garden or random patch of dirt a more polished look.
It's all about the details! Promising review: "I love this. I first bought it for my neighbor to help with her garden so she can water less with this heat. Seeing how it worked so well, we bought just two bags for our flower bed, and it was just the right amount.
It was just perfect, and not only did it hold the moisture, my plants loved it. They immediately responded and kept growing wonderfully and were not affected by the heat we are having. No wilting or anything.
I was able to see new growth. I will use it next year in my garden bed for my seedlings as well." — Love it Price: $3.
98 (available in three colors) 25. A 10-pound tub of reflective glass pieces so you can spruce up your garden, potted plants, or (what they're meant for), your propane firepit. The glistening glass, paired with the flames from the fire, will make for a ~mesmerizing~ view.
Psst — there's a bunch of different color and shape options available, too! Promising review: " Beautiful glass! I used this fire glass as a replacement for my aged fire table glass, which was worn and no longer as shiny as I wanted. This reflective fire glass is beautiful, with one side having a reflective, almost mirror-like reflection. The glass came in a heavy-duty plastic container with a nice handle, making the container easy to lift and pour out into my fire table.
The glass pieces are a good size and look beautiful in our fire table. The reflection of the glass in the sun, as well as while on the fire, is so pretty. The glass held up well when used in the propane fire table, with no cracking, popping, or breaking.
So far with use, the glass is holding up very well. We are very happy with the look and ease of use with this glass. I would highly recommend.
" — OregonGirl Price: $22.24 (originally $44.48) The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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