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1. 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 $39.99.
2. A garbage guard that'll keep pesky flies and other insects from congregating around your barbecue so you can enjoy your backyard in peace.
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 $8.95.
3. 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: "These timers have been around for a long time. My dad used them for his garden for years without any issue. The batteries last a long time in these things as well. I’m able to program what days of the weeks to water, how frequently (every 12 hours for twice a day), and how long to water each time. Then just leave the faucet on and you’re good to go. If you want to do another watering on hot days or use the hose for another purpose just click the manual button to trigger a manual watering no need to disconnect." —Taylor
Get it from Amazon for $38.89.
4. A hose reel you can count on to keep your hose from becoming an endless stream of knots without disrupting your carefully curated backyard aesthetic.
5. A row of colorful flower pots with draining holes and hooks that'll brighten up your deck with very minimal effort.
6. A hedge trimmer that'll ensure your neighbors will be peeking over your fence to get a glimpse at how fabulous those bushes look.
Promising review: "Have hesitated for years to buy a hedge trimmer, but took the plunge on this one. I am pleasantly surprised, light weight, easy to handle, cuts my shrubs back easily and trims my 10-foot tall Cyprus cedar with ease!! I'm 76, wish I had bought one years ago!!" —George Goddling
Get it from Amazon for $37.99.
7. Pruning shears, for anyone who has successfully created their own magical rose garden in their yard. Better get yourself a glass jar too to display it like in Beauty and the Beast.
Promising review: "I purchased these as a gift for my mother who gardens extensively. She thanked me again for them today declaring that these were the best pruners she has ever owned (she has been at it over 50 years). She cuts the branches off her trees and shrubs, then further trims them into small sections to fit in the recycle trash bags. It is her great joy to work in the yard made even my pleasant through the use of these pruners." —A. Kelly
Get it from Amazon for $24.95.
8. An outdoor area rug with a detailed printed design that'll take your patio from drab to fab as soon as you unroll it. Hello at-home vacation spot!
9. A pop-up leaf collector you can utilize all year (not just in the fall!) — it's also great for collecting all the grass clippings and branches. Simply fold it in half when you're done and deposit all the debris into the trash, stress-free.
Plus, it folds up into the included carrying case for easy storage in the off-season.
Promising review: "I was able to pick up my leaves in record time using this leaf collector. I wish I had know about it years ago. It would have saved me so much money hiring people to do my leaves. I have told everyone I know about this product. They are all amazed when they see the video I did showing how I raked the leaves on the leaf collector. Folded up the ends like a taco and put it in the bag and released. SO EASY! Absolutely worth the money." —Ronnie
Get it from Amazon for $25.95.
10. An electric pressure washer that'll amaze you every single time you use it —there's a reason videos of people using this handy cleaning gadget go so viral on TikTok. There is just something so satisfying of seeing an outdoor space getting a seriously deep clean.
This pressure washer has a powerful 1,800-watt motor, five quick-connect spray tips, a 20-foot hose, and a 40.6-fluid ounce detegrent tank.
Promising review: "This has been one of the best investments we as homeowners have made. This little guy gets the job done; countless things have been cleaned since we bought it three years ago. My favorite is our backyard pavers. The cord may not be long enough for some users depending on how big the space you are washing is, but for us it works just fine. Highly recommend!" —BSanchez
Get it from Amazon for $175.
11. 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 this 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.
12. A fast-acting lawn repair formula made up of grass seeds, mulch, and soil amendment will 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. A Scotts seed spreader you'll adore because 1. it comes fully assembled (thankfully) and 2. it'll ensure your grass seed and fertilizer are spread nice and evenly without an extra effort required.
Promising review: "This model is definitely a cut above the other spreaders made by Scott. It is quite well constructed and has lots of nice features like a large hopper, four drop holes, and dual spreader mechanisms. The wheels on this are very nice as well and the edge guard feature works well. Very easy and effective to use and should provide years of use if maintained properly. Beats the pants off of every other spreader I have used. And it's attractive to boot!" —Gila Monster
Get it from Amazon for $47.97+ (available in four styles).
14. An outdoor shed to store your garden tools, bike, beach chairs, 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 two 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 $649.07.
15. A sturdy lockable storage box that'll hide things like your kid's toys, pool floats, outdoor furniture cushions, and whatever else might be cluttering your yard.
Promising review: "It stays dry inside even with snow! This is a great little patio box. It was easy to assemble and seems sturdy. It has done a great job surviving a Colorado winter and keeping all my items dry. I am pleased with this guy." —Kristin
Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in four sizes).
16. Pretty gardening gloves, so you can continue to get down 'n' dirty keeping your plants and yard looking fresh without ruining your manicure.
My Little Belleville is a small business based out of Salt Lake City, Utah that sells kitchenware, stationary and other home goods.
Promising review: "Such a fun way to add more of a thrill into our gardening skills. One set was for my daughter and one for a friend who shares the green thumb phenomena. Adorable designs." —Barbara
Get them from My Little Belleville on Etsy for $18.40 (available in seven styles).
17. A roll of faux ivy to help you create a lil' more privacy from the Peeping Tom you unfortunately live next to (all Toms really do get a bad rep these days, don't they?) while also covering up the not-so-cute fence you don't want to replace just yet.
Promising review: "This is the second privacy screen I've purchased from Amazon. I have an area in my garden visible from the street. The screen hides all my gardening stuff (i.e. wheelbarrow, buckets, etc.). It truly looks like the real deal!!!" —soooz
Get a 94-inch X 39-inch roll from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes).
18. Or a stylish cedar privacy screen that'll make your yard look a touch more put together without you having to empty your savings account or call upon The Property Brothers for a pricey renovation.
Promising review: "My husband and I purchased two of these for our backyard patio so we can have some privacy from our neighbors. The height is perfect. If you're looking for a privacy wall, I would suggest purchasing two. We added river rocks inside each of the planter boxes and filled it completely to the top to support our privacy wall in the strong winds. I plan on adding small potted flowers to place on top of the rocks in the summer. We also painted these with two coats of spar urethane to protect the wood in all weather environments just as a precaution. Very happy with our purchase!
***Update*** It’s been over a year since I purchased this product, and this held up throughout Northeast Ohio windy lake effect snow storms without any problem! I am so happy my river rocks worked, and I also tied this down to my deck railings during the winter as an extra precaution. As long as you weigh it down and secure it properly, you won’t have any issues." —Kristina Marie
Get it from Amazon for $341.85.
19. A firewood rack — a must-have for anyone who loves their outdoor fireplace but hates the messy wood that's currently stacked in a pile off to the side.
Promising review: "After Hurricane Ian I lost over 50 trees, so I needed another rack to dry and store firewood. This one is sturdy and well made. I really like the rings on the top of the arch to prevent spreading by attaching a rope or cable. Thoughtful add on!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in five sizes).
20. A galvanized steel planter bed to bring a bit of organization to your yearly garden of veggies and herbs — this will keep 'em all housed in one easy-to-tend-to spot instead of plopping them directly into the ground.
I have a similar one of these in my yard! I like the way that it showcases the vegetable garden itself instead of just digging out a spot in our lawn. If we have success with our veggies this year (fingers crossed) my husband and I plan to invest in a second planter bed next year.
Promising review: "This raised bed is very affordable. The bed looks thin and flimsy at first, but once it is set up, it is very sturdy even though very light to carry around empty. I also appreciate that this is a foot tall and not too shallow like some other raised beds being sold. This is an excellent product and I would recommend it highly for what you are paying for." —JT
Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in two sizes).
21. And 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 dibbler 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 guess work out of spacing. I used this for the first time this spring using the planting chart/guide and it has 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 used the stick to mark the spot and dug a hole where it was marked. Simple enough. Would highly recommend. Super easy!" —Jennifer Geisel
Get it from Amazon for $29.95.
22. And vegetable, fruit, and herb markers to help you *actually* keep track of what you planted where — each stick is individually sold and with over 40 options to choose from you should have no problem finding exactly what you need to keep your garden in check.
WoodNSparks Co. is a small business based in Montana making wooden garden makers.
Get it from WoodNSparks Co. on Etsy for $1.95 a stick.
23. A garden dibber to make planting bulbs, sowing seeds, and breaking up clumps of dirt easier than ever — every gardener should have one of these babies!
Rockin K Creations Shop is a family-owned small business based Lemont, Illinois.
Promising review: "Beautiful and very well made! They fit in my hand and are very comfortable to use. It looks amazing in my garden tote next to my other wooden tools!! Will purchase more as gifts!" —Kimberly B
Get it from Rockin K Creations Shop on Etsy for $19 (available in three styles).
24. Interlocking teak wood tiles you can assemble without reaching for a single tool (amazing). They'll help you transform your rustic-but-not-in-a-cute-way patio into one that's neat, tidy, and ready for guests.
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 $81.99.
25. A rolling pool organizer to round up the noodles that are forever plaguing your yard — why must they *always* be tossed over the side of the pool into No Man's Land?
26. And a pooper scooper, because is there anything worse than finally sitting down with a glass of lemonade in your yard only to discover your yard smells like poop? This will help ya take care of that *stinky* situation.
Promising review: "With three dogs — two small and one large — scooping the yard is a never-ending job. But with the Arm & Hammer swivel bin and rake, there is no more bending to pick up the doggy droppings. I am able to easily use the rake to push the droppings into the bag covered bin. When I am done cleaning up the yard, I just simply remove the plastic bag from the scoop, tie it off, and dispose. I do spray the rake off with the hose sprayer and then clip the rake onto the scooper for easy storage. I really like this handy scooper. It makes a very icky job much easier to handle." —Kelly Eldred
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
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