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1. Solar lights you can use to create the ambiance you've always wanted for your yard — add them to the darkest area of your space and embrace the fact you can now stay outdoors longer without worrying if something is creeping in your bushes.
2. Or solar-powered, motion sensor-activated lights so you can sing "and at last I see the light," like Rapunzel in Tangled each time you step into your yard.
Promising review: "I purchased these to cover the side of my house. Installation was easy, and I left them outside for two days to charge. The light coverage was about what I expected from them, and do the job well. The motion sensitivity covers all the sides, and the lights are turned on. It has rained about three times and still works great, and hoping they last for a long time." —J. Argueta
Get a set of four from Amazon for $32.99.
3. Solar-powered string lights that'll transform your backyard into the hipster haven you've always imagined it could be. They even have a dimmable feature so you can truly *set the mood* at any time.
Brightech is a small business!
Promising review: "I have had these lights up for approximately five months. They lit up right out of the box. They have been through a snowstorm, ice storm, and massive rain, and are still perfect. They are pretty easy to hang. They are shatterproof, which I love." —D Kelly
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two styles).
4. An outdoor storage box that'll finally create a home for your kid's toys, grill supplies, or gardening gear so you won't have to stress about your yard looking like a mess when your patio isn't in use. It even has a lockable lid so you won't have to worry about critters getting in.
Promising review: "Couldn't be happier with this deck box. It is very lightweight, easily snaps together, and has kept all moisture out through snow, ice, and rain. Critters have not gotten into it either, which is great considering it's where I'm storing all the birdseed and suet for my feeders." —Lauren C
Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in two sizes).
5. Or a multi-functional storage bench you'll absolutely cherish because not only will it help hide your gardening tools, but it'll also provide extra seating for any neighbor that pops by for a gossip sesh. Can you BELIEVE Brittany planted those ugly flowers in her FRONT yard!?
Promising review: "I needed a bench for the front of my house that can store kids' toys and look nice. It holds way more toys than I was expecting! Feels sturdy when I sit on it. Brown did look really dark to me, like black, but overall I'm happy with my purchase." —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $149.99+ (available in two colors).
6. An indoor/outdoor rug to create a softer spot for your pet to lounge if your yard happens to be lacking in the ~luscious grass~ department.
7. An outdoor drink stakes set you can literally say "Hold my beer" to while you impressively flip burgers or show off your cornhole skills. After your hangout wraps up, you can simply pull 'em out of the grass and put them away for next time, with no strings attached.
Promising review: "As always, my order was shipped quickly and in perfect condition. I love the bright colors, and they are tall and sturdy. They are perfect for bottles, cabs, and cups... Not so good with stemmed wine glasses! No problem: I just ordered silicone stemless wineglasses!" —LaDonna Clark
Get a set of six from Amazon for $39.95. Or get a set made for stemmed wine glasses here.
8. A lighted umbrella that'll provide you and your pals with shade so you can get back to gossiping about the latest celeb couple breakup (BRB mourning Chance the Rapper's marriage) without fretting about sunburns. The built-in lights will let the good times roll even after the sun goes down.
Note that this includes just the umbrella, not the table!
Promising review: "I normally don’t like buying products like this sight unseen, but I’m very pleased with the look and especially with the solar lighting. We enjoyed a pleasant evening on the deck with just the right amount of ambient light tonight, and we are hopeful that it will prove to be durable." —Dee Williams
Get it from Amazon for $68.98 (available in 11 color combos).
9. Or a clip-on light for anyone who already has an umbrella they adore but want to extend the use of their yard into the night.
It has three different brightness options so you can set *~the mood~* perfectly. It also requires AA batteries, so be sure to pick those up as well.
Promising review: "This light is great!!! It has three settings, to adjust the amount of brightness you need. Lowest level is great for just sitting around your patio table and having a couple of drinks with friends. Brightest setting is PERFECT for playing cards! We play cards a few times a month. We decided to try and play outside. There are two 70+-year-olds who did not complain that they couldn’t see. So, works great in my book! 😁" —Mandie Jordan
Get it from Amazon for $10.79.
10. Or (!!!) a retro-ish fringe umbrella that'll provide you with shade and the perfect background for the selfies you're planning to take because you're having a great hair day and your sunglasses are on poiiiint.
Beach State is a small business specializing in premium, high-quality beach umbrellas.
Check out a TikTok of the umbrella in action.
Promising review: "This umbrella is exactly what my family was looking for as our everyday beach umbrella — large diameter, high quality, and cute retro design. It is a higher-end umbrella but still slightly less expensive than the other big-name designer beach gear company that we were considering. It is easy to pop up and stay standing, and we’ve had many compliments from other people at the beach asking where we got it. The customer service from the company was excellent. Would definitely recommend these umbrellas!" —Taryn
Get it from Amazon for $170 (available in six styles).
11. A Scumbug you can count on to work harder than anyone else you've ever met — it'll soak up all the oils, sunscreen, and whatever other unknown substances that are likely floating around in your pool's water. When it noticeably changes color, wring it out, rinse it, and toss it right back into the pool.
Scumbug is made from a small business!
Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. Popped it into my hot tub, and from the picture I attached, you can see that in just about 12 hours, this little Scumbug ate up all the oil and filth in the hot tub. The water not only looks better, but smells better too! Highly recommended!" —Mickey D.
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99.
12. A fast-acting lawn repair formula made up of grass seeds, mulch, and soil amendment will help undo all the damage your beloved doggo (who, obviously, can't help but pee all over your grass) has done to the yard. Now, back to trying to teach Fido *not* to dig up the new grass...
Promising review: "I used this in the spring to fill out our lawn more, and it worked great! I was worried because I feel like you always hear grass seed horror stories, but I just raked our lawn good, spread seeds all over, and watered it once (sometimes twice) per day, and it filled the lawn in beautifully!" —Mariah
Get it from Amazon for $16.44+ (available in five sizes).
13. Sticky Stakes to trap unwanted pests trying to feed off your plants and buzz annoyingly around your apartment. Toss your fly swatter in the garbage. You won't be needing it anymore.
There is NOTHING more irritating than gnats or any other tiny insects invading your home. I have these Sticky Stakes in every potted plant I own and they actually really work! Each pack comes with seven traps, so feel free to stock up.
Promising review: "Just placed another order for more. I was given a plant that has brought in lots of gnats. I didn’t realize how many there were till I got this. They are doing a great job of catching/killing these annoying bugs. I even was able to put the sticky side in on the lower clip so that it wouldn’t stick to the leaves of the plant and rip them. Will definitely continue to get these when needed. Hopefully they will get rid of all of them soon." —Nicole Pisa
Get them from Amazon for $8.98.
14. A garbage guard that'll keep pesky flies and other insects from congregating around your can — perfect timing now that you're finally able to make use of your outdoor space again.
Promising review: "Got an outdoor can, the kind the mechanical arm on the garbage truck picks up and tips over, with the lid opening by gravity. Placed this on the inside of the lid, near the hinge, to lessen the chances of it being scraped off during emptying and no flies/maggots! No apparent odor, just seems to put a big hurt on the fly party that used to be my trash can (litter box contents, remnants of meat, etc.) " —Michael E. Bradley
Get it from Amazon for $9.84+ (available in a two-pack).
15. A lovely outdoor bench where you can sit and hum "Feed The Birds" while pretending you're Mary Poppins and enjoying some fresh air.
Promising review: "This bench was delivered much faster than expected, wrapped nicely in the package with every accessory included. It was so easy to assemble, only took 10 minutes for me and my mom to finish. This bench looks more beautiful than the picture, the color is very bright. It is very sturdy and heavy duty, can easily seat three people. I really love sitting on my new bench and enjoy the warm sunshine! Highly recommend!" —Shiguang Wang
Get it from Amazon for $99+ (available in six styles).
16. A standing weeder (without the chemicals!) for anyone with a bad back who still wants an award-worthy lawn.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to made weeding easy. Added bonus? Grampa's Weeder is a small business!
Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weed was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG
Get it on Amazon for $44.99.
17. Garden gloves with claws that'll make you feel like the Lady Gaga of gardening and make digging in the dirt both easier and more fashionable.
Promising review: "If you're like me, I typically ditch the gloves when I'm weeding because I can't get a good hold on the smaller weeds. Not with these gloves! They help me dig up those small weeds quickly. I thought I'd have a hard time picking things up because of the claws, but no. They make weeding so much quicker and save my nails and hands in the process." —MomOfR&D
Get them from Amazon for $7.96 (available in three colors).
18. A seeding square kit, so planting your lil' sprouts won't turn into a game of guess and check. You'll know *exactly* what pattern you planted your basil seeds in this year.
It also comes with a measuring stick called a dibber that pushes down the dirt to the correct depth for you to drop your seeds. The holes are color-coded to let you know exactly where to plant seeds of different varieties.
Promising review: "Love this thing! I have been gardening for a while and this takes all of the guesswork out of spacing. I used this for the first time this spring using the planting chart/guide, and it worked out perfectly. I have had little to no weeds (I mean, come on, you're gonna get some weeds). Planting per the Seed Square will for the most part choke out the weeds while promoting growth for the plants. I even used this to plant growing plants and not just seeds. Just put the square on the ground, use the stick to mark the spot, and dig a hole where it's marked. Simple enough. Would highly recommend. Super easy!" —Jennifer Geisel
Get it from Amazon for $29.95.
19. A ready-to-spray bleach-free outdoor cleaner to help you tackle stubborn stains without having to break out a pressure washer (phew). It's made with a fast-foaming formula that's safe for plants (double phew). Fare thee well, backyard filth!
Promising review: "I first used this product about two years ago on the awning on my RV. That awning was so bad that I thought I was going to have to replace it. After using Scott's product as directed, the mold and mildew completely disappeared. This product definitely works, and it works GREAT! What more can I say — it saved me nearly $500." —R. Latreille
Get it from Amazon for $10.98.
20. A row of colorful flower pots with draining holes and hooks that'll brighten up your deck with very minimal effort.
21. A scent-free mosquito repellent to keep those lil' bloodsucking buggers at bay while you're trying to plant your daisies or pick your cherry tomatoes.
This device uses scent-free repellent mats using naturally occurring repellents found in plants to rid of mosquitoes.
Promising review: "It doesn't smell. It doesn't make noise. It doesn't get hot. It just clears the mosquitos and only mosquitoes! I am the person a mosquito will find from miles away, even in my house. The only one they find in a room full of people. I live in a tropical climate and never have a moment's peace in my garden. I've used sprays, foggers, candles, torches, the list goes on. This is the first time I've been able to sit on my patio in peace, even the cat was safe. Already ordered another for a friend and put the refills on subscribe and save." —J&J
Get it from Amazon for $20.97 (available in seven colors).
22. A stainless-steel fire pit that'll help transform your not-so-manicured yard into one anyone would feel relaxed hanging out in.
My family has this fire pit and is a big fan! My sisters have a blast making s'mores and hanging out around it while watching the sunset — what more could you ask for? My dad also built out an entire seating area around it! It looks fantastic.
Promising review: "We just received our Tiki fire pit, and I was immediately impressed with the quality of the craftsmanship. We have been looking for a fire pit for our patio, and this one is perfect! The black exterior and copper-colored lining are gorgeous, and I love that it can use pellets or wood logs. It is a nice size, and there was nearly no assembly. The low smoke design and ash pan for easy cleanup was an unexpected bonus. This definitely exceeded our expectations." —Shari Bitterman
Get it from Amazon for $395.
23. A grill cover, because you likely won't find a bin or box big enough to protect your most-loved outdoor gadget. Cover it up with one of these bad boys and rest easy knowing it's protected from the elements.
I have this cover for my grill and it's been fantastic at keeping water at bay during storms. It comes in an array of styles — we also got one to keep our pizza oven protected. The elastic bottom is great because you can pull it taut and make sure the cover is on securely.
Promising review: "With a new grill, I wanted a nice new cover and this is just right! It is heavy-duty and fits my Weber grill perfectly. It has elastic at the bottom to prevent it from slipping or blowing off. I would suggest that when ordering any cover, the measurements of the grill and cover be a close match. The covers that were sold with my grill seemed very expensive so I was hesitant to go with something so much less in cost, but this cover's quality and fit were a good choice. I also like that there was no product logo branded on it; it's solid black." —Joan B.
Get it from Amazon for $40.49+ (available in three sizes).
24. A gazebo with curtains that'll provide shade for you and your friends while you ~throw shade~ about the other people in your lives.
Promising review: "This gazebo went together beautifully. My husband was VERY impressed with the quality and ease of assembly. He likes things that go together smoothly! Yes, there are many pieces, but just follow the directions, and you shouldn't have any trouble. Two of us put it together in a leisurely and relaxed six hours. All the bits and pieces lined up perfectly, making the assembly a fun experience. The color is lovely, and the roof is opaque, so lighting gets through, and the roof also has UV protection." —MW
Get it from Amazon for $399+ (available in 11 sizes).
25. A programmable timer to work some Fairy Godmother-like magic on your hose and transform it into a sprinkler. Bibbidi, Bobbidi, Boo-tiful lawn!
Reviewers mention it's worth using this product with a water hammer arrester.
Promising review: "Needed a way to water without having to stand there and hold a hose. This little gadget did the job. Easy to program and uses two AA batteries! Has been working for about two years now. No issues. I do remove in winter, but other than that the brown spots in my yard have filled in nicely!" —Chazgator
Get it from Amazon for $29.05+ (available in one or two outlets).
26. A soaker hose you can attach to the hose you already own to provide your bushes, plants, and trees with the shower they've always dreamt of (especially during those too-hot summer days).
Promising review: "I installed this around my fruit trees and hooked it to a hose timer so when we go on vacation they will get their daily watering. It has a nice steady drip and so far the fruit trees are thriving. We live in the desert SW, and when it's over 100 daily they need a good soak. I buried the hose just under the surface and mulched with rock to keep it shaded so that it would last longer. So far, it is working great!" —b4dawn
Get it from Amazon for $14.77.
27. A cordless grass trimmer that'll help you tackle hard-to-reach areas in your garden bed or simply get the job done if you are the proud owner of a tiny patch of grass.
Promising review: "This tool is awesome and it last a long time for trimming around your plants. I love it and recommend for any one who needs to trim around their plants and/or vegetable tree. Mine is a banana tree and was not kept trimmed around it but after getting this tool I'm able to trim around without damaging or making a mess around it." —IC
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three colors).
28. Interlocking teak tiles you can use to spruce up your patio area without using a single tool. These are a must-have if you're only renting since they'll come up just as easily as you put them down — you can take 'em with you!
Bare Decor is a small business!
Promising review: "Living in Hawaii you have to select wise items that are weather-, salt-, and red dirt–proof, etc... In total I ordered 11 boxes to complete my yoga deck. I have a few left over to make steps on the back. Very pleased and happy. May order more for an outdoor shower project!" —Adazzle
Get 10 sq. ft from Amazon for $80.47.
29. Or a weather-resistant cedar pathway you can roll out alongside your prettiest garden bed or just anywhere you tend to walk so often the grass tends to get a bit torn up. Installation of a new walkway has *never* been this easy.
Promising review: "We are using outdoors at an animal sanctuary. The cats love to sleep on them, and they do keep the wetter pathways dry under your feet. They last quite well and although not cheap by any means, they are standing up to cats and people walking on them all day long. They are surviving rain, sun, and wind. We will be purchasing more." —susan osako
Get an 8-foot path from Amazon for $89.99.
30. Concrete paint, perfect for giving your old patio the refresh it's been desperately needing without having to break into your vacation fund.
31. A roll of faux ivy you can add to your fence or a trellis to create a magical garden in a snap instead of waiting for ivy to naturally grow on it. Who has the patience for that? Certainly not me.
Promising review: "Wrapped this piece of greenery around our wrought iron gate — it was just, just big enough to cover both sides, from top to bottom. Secured it in numerous spots using cable ties (bought extras in addition to what came in the package with the greenery) and used lots of them. Haven't had any trouble with it drooping, falling away from the gate, etc. It has enough give to allow you to pull it a bit tighter or let it be a bit slack — just be sure to attach it well with cable ties. Given that it is doubly thick, the coverage is really good -- provides a great deal of privacy yet looks really nice. Very happy with this purchase." —Honestopinions
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in three sizes)
32. Metallic spray paint you can use to give your old plant stands a second, extremely glamorous, life.
Promising review: "This stuff is incredible. I bought two bottles, and sprayed two plant vases, three large sconces, and a back plate for my security doorbell. I still have almost an entire bottle left. It’s so easy to spray, and I didn’t have the same trigger issue as others. It was so easy and quick. It’s a rich, VERY deep brown, much more elegant than straight black. Please make sure you wear a mask; you don’t want to breath this stuff in." —C. Sculpher
Get it from Amazon for $8.68+ (available in a variety of metallic colors).
33. An electric pressure washer you can use to revive hard surfaces like your patio and sidewalk so anyone passing by will only notice how stunning your garden is instead of how dodgy your pathway looks.
Promising review: "Power washer was delivered Monday, it’s Wednesday and I have washed two cars, cleaned the driveway and sidewalks, cleaned the back fence, and the work keeps piling up, everything I see now needs to be cleaned! This little dude does not back down, plenty of power and it's surprisingly not too loud. Soap dispensers work great, and the tips are easy to change." —Mar
Get it from Amazon for $129.
34. A roll of fake grass, in case you already know you won't want to be bothered with trying to keep your yard looking like something you've seen on HGTV.
Promising review: "We love it! We tried growing grass in our tiny backyard, but our dog was destroying it with his acid pee faster than we could repair it, and the grass only grew in patches. So we decided to line the yard and patio with river rock and put this artificial grass in the middle, and we couldn't be happier! It looks so colorful and clean, and no more brown spots! Very easy to clean off, drains well, and so far has stayed in place." —ProudMommy1
Get it from Amazon for $74.99+ (available in 4 ft by 7 ft up to 13 ft by 82 ft).
35. A stylish Citronella candle to keep bugs at bay while you watch the sunset with your roomies (or your dog...or alone... whatever you're into).
Promising review: "We had a really bad bout of mosquitoes in the LA area this past summer. I have developed an allergy to their bites, so I was doing everything I could to keep them away! I love that this candle looks so nice and actually made a great centerpiece on our living room table. I lit it throughout the summer in our home to repel the mosquitos from coming inside. The smell is light and not overbearing. It seemed to do the job along with some other measures (bug spray, bug lotion, and repellant band), and it lasted a long time." —izzy
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (also available in a pack of three).
36. A patio table you can count on to look fabulous with your outdoor furniture while also secretly holding all of your spare pool towels or throw pillows.
Promising review: "This storage side table is so cute!! We put ours out on the pool deck to keep life jackets and pool toys in, and while we're out there, we use it as a snack/drink table! The lid twists and locks down so storms can't blow the top off. If you want to store pool chemicals or anything in it, the twist lock is strong enough to keep little hands out of it! It actually stores a ton of stuff. It's definitely worth the buy." —Brianna W.
Get it from Amazon for $68.99+ (available in two colors).
37. Or a side table that'll pop up to reveal it's *gasp* actually a cooler! All you have to do is fill the base with ice and your favorite drinks to transform your outdoor space into a resort.
38. A set of boho throw pillow covers you can toss onto your outdoor furniture to give it a fresh, new look.
Grab some water-resistant pillow inserts while you're at it!
Promising review: "Love these pillowcases. Easy to wash and has a great mix-matched pattern. I use them on my patio, and they withstand the outside weather very well. Definitely recommend!" —Alissa Munoz
Get them from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five sizes and eight styles).
39. And an outdoor shed to store your garden tools, bike, beach chairs, kids' toys/vehicles whatever! It's made from resin plastic and is reinforced with steel, so you'll never have to fret about it peeling, rotting, or rusting.
I have a similar shed from Keter in my own backyard. I've done a lot of research on sturdy, reliable sheds, and this brand is where I've landed. It has held up in the rain/sun/snow for a few years now — it still looks great!
Promising review: "This shed went together in about three hours. Very easy to use the hot dog size fasteners, instead of nuts and bolts. The shelf bracket supplied added a lot of extra storage space with a 12" wide shelf (provide your own wood). I needed outdoor storage for propane and gasoline. It's light enough to move it if you need to relocate it. Built a wood base similar to a palette for support" —Bruce S.
Get it from Amazon for $602.07.
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