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    30 Things For Your Yard That Don't Cost A Lot But Will Be Used Often

    You can't put a price on the joy of watching squirrels eat nuts off of a tiny picnic table.

    1. A leaf blower you can use all year long to clear debris off your patio or pathways but *really* get your money out of in autumn.

    a model holding the leaf blower with an orange handle

    2. A garbage guard that'll keep pesky flies and other insects from congregating around your can so you can enjoy your foliage in peace.

    3. A waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker, so you'll never have to fumble with headphone wires when trying to set up some soothing music to accompany your outdoor reading sesh under your yard's favorite tree.

    the tube-like speaker in black

    4. A standing weeder (without the chemicals!) for anyone with a bad back who still wants an award-worthy lawn.

    5. Globe string lights that'll transform your backyard into the hipster haven you've always imagined it could be.

    the string lights in the back of someone's home

    6. An oversized outdoor blanket you'll pat yourself on the back for buying after you treat yourself to a delicious spread of snacks and have yourself a darn good day in your own backyard. What could be better?

    a stack of patterned blankets in different colors with fringed edges

    7. A portable grill you'll be able to use to grill up a delicious feast even if you don't have an abundance of outdoor space.

    the portable propane grill in red

    8. Solar-powered LED garden lights that'll change colors and create the illusion of rising bubbles that'll make your yard feel like an escape to Alice's Wonderland while still ensuring you can see where you're going in during those deliciously crisp fall evenings.

    Solar powered lights in different colors lighting up a pathway

    9. A BBQ tool that'll act as a spatula, tongs, and brush all in one! No more fumbling around for the right grill gadget while your burgers are ready to be flipped.

    a model using the bbq gadget

    10. 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.

    a pretty, standing hose holder

    11. A squirrel-proof bird feeder with four perches and a lifetime guarantee (!!!) that'll have your feathered friends flocking to your yard, AKA the hottest restaurant in bird town.

    a reviewer's photo of the vertical, elongated bird feeder in their yard

    12. Light-up flowers to make your boring old yard feel like Avatar's mystical Pandora once nightfalls.

    an array of light up flowers glowing at night

    13. A macrame hammock chair you'll find so inviting once the leaves start to change colors and the temperatures cool down outside. Mmm so snuggly.

    14. Or an outdoor patio set featuring a sofa, two chairs, and a table so you and your fam can relax in style.

    the wicker outdoor furniture set

    15. A garden digging tool – it can be used with one hand so you can use the other to call your mom and say "wait, how much sunlight do these begonias need?"

    a model using one hand to grip the handle of the digging tool

    16. A 3D printed geometric planter made from a fully biodegradable plastic so you can add a new accent piece to your yard guilt-free.

    One white and one black 3D-printed planter without any plants inside

    17. An rotating sprinkler with an adjustable spraying distance that'll make sure no spot of your lawn goes un-watered.

    18. Organic anti-bug spray you'll want to keep on hand to ensure the time you intend to spend relaxing outside doesn't including swatting insects away from your face.

    the eco-friendly spray

    19. A row of colorful flower pots with draining holes and hooks that'll brighten up your deck with very minimal effort.

    a row of colorful buckets with plants in them

    20. A hedge trimmer that'll ensure your neighbors will be peeking over your fence to get a glimpse at how fabulous those bushes look.

    a model holding the hedge trimmer while trimming bushes

    21. A set of extendable s'mores sticks you can use to safely burn your marshmallow to a crisp without doing the same to your arm hairs.

    22. An outdoor drink stakes set that'll be there for you when someone challenges you and you say "hold my beer."

    review pic of a bottle of beer in the drink stake

    23. A 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.

    24. A bottle of Yard Odor Eliminator for anyone who loves their pup more than anything but would love them *a lot more* if they didn't have to inhale their pee every time they set foot in their backyard.

    a green bottle of yard odor eliminator

    25. Solar-powered mason jars you can hang from your fence or scatter on your patio table to bring a super cozy vibe to your yard.

    26. 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.

    pruning sheers with a red handle

    27. An outdoor rug with a detailed chevron design that'll take your patio from drab to fab as soon as you unroll it. Hello at-home vacation spot!

    28. A bistro set to add a pop of color to your yard *and* provide you with a quaint place to enjoy your morning coffee outdoors.

    two round stools and a rounded table with wooden tops and yellow legs

    29. An adjustable umbrella with lights inside of it that'll make it an asset to your yard's decor both during the day and at night.

    30. And a picnic table you can easily attach onto your fence or a tree for your bushy-tailed buddies — it's small (like they are) but will pay for itself over and over again as you watch them dine day after day.

    So, can I come over and hang out in your backyard?

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