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1. A lawn repair formula that'll regrow the grass so you have something to mow this summer. It's designed to reverse scorch marks from pet urine, damage from digging, and wear in high traffic areas.
Promising review: "I have lacrosse players and dogs and this stuff is amazing. My yard looked like an abandoned lot before this and it literally 'grew anywhere' just like it said. The bag I planted last year actually came back strong this year so I put more down and it is working like a dream!" —chchmom
Get it from Amazon for $16.44+ (available in five sizes).
2. A standing weeder because the worst part of gardening is having to kneel for hours plucking weeds. My back hurts just thinking about it! Thankfully, this tool has three steel claws that grip weeds and roots so you can pull them out while standing.
Grampa's Gardenware Co. is an Oregon-based, family-owned small business.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to make weeding easy.
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 weeds 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 from Amazon for $44.99.
3. And a crack weeder tool so your knuckles aren't scratched and bloodied after a session of sidewalk weed pulling. This stainless steel tool is designed to get into tight sidewalk cracks and remove stubborn thistles, weeds, and moss with ease.
Promising review: "I've been searching for something to remove the weeds for a while and came across this amazing tool. Since I refuse to use chemicals in my yard, I've been left with scraped knuckles every time I attempt to remove weeds. The weeds have grown so tightly in the concrete cracks that I pretty much gave up; even weed-whacking it didn't help much. Yes, you do have to use a little bit of effort but the end result was so worth it!" —Shelley Arakaki
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
4. A soil moisture and pH meter if you want to set up your plant babies for success. This lil' hand-sized gadget will tell you your soil's moisture and pH levels as well as how much sun the plants are getting.
5. A sunflower seed mix for anyone dreaming of a garden full of blooms. These low-maintenance and fast-sprouting flowers require minimal watering but can offer maximum wow.
Created by Nature is a family-owned small business.
Promising review: "All the varieties grew, and I was very impressed by how they stayed nice and neat when planted in a row. I used them to edge one side of my garden. Several strong storms came through this summer and didn’t break even one! They drew all types of pollinators: bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Stem cutting they did very well and can last up to a week." —Taryn Fellinger
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
6. An inflatable pool to make your sunny dreams of relaxing in a pool with a glass of sweet tea a reality — even if you have a small backyard.
Promising review: "Good size. I'm 5'4" and I bought it for my 3-year-old and 2-year-old for the spring and summer. I didn't need anything huge; I have a nice size deck and we spend a lot of time on the deck so I wanted something big enough for them to have some wiggle room to keep cool but not too big so it wouldn't take up to much room. I also purchased an outdoor grass rug to put it on to protect the bottom of it and keep it from getting splinters (just a suggestion if you plan on using on the deck). It has a drain plug so cleaning and getting fresh water is not hard at all." —Majestic 0220
Get it from Amazon for $45.99.
7. A three-piece furniture set that'll provide a cushy place to land after a long day at work. Unwinding with a glass of wine on the patio sounds pretty fun if you ask me.
Promising review: "Great set for the price! I needed a smaller chair and table set for my front porch as it is not very wide and this was perfect. Sturdy build and comfortable. Not hard to put together: all pieces were included and the instructions were easy. Can’t wait to sit outside with a cup of coffee and watch the cars drive by." —DEBBIE JACKSON
Get it from Amazon for $92.99+ (available in five colors).
8. An instant stain remover spray because it'll make your dirt-covered plastic patio furniture look new again. It actually works to remove the deep-set, below-the-surface stains, so when you wipe away the cleaner, you're wiping away *all* the mess.
Promising review: "I have a small three-tier water fountain on my patio. Naturally, the birds in the community have come to rely on it for drinking and bathing. I literally sprayed this product and walked away. I actually left it on overnight, I got busy with other tasks. When I checked back all of the mold was gone, everything, with no damage to the painted stucco wall or cement and no scrubbing. Literally spray and leave." —Mark
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four sizes).
9. And a Wet & Forget exterior spray (from the makers of the beloved Wet & Forget shower spray) so you can see algae, moss, mildew, and mold buildup disappear over time if you don't want to dedicate a weekend to scrubbing your stone walkway on your hands and knees. Simply spray and walk away!
Promising review: "Love the fact that you just spray and let it do its thing. No rinse-off or anything. My outdoor rugs were a little drab after the winter and this brought them back to like. No scrubbing either. Worked well." —Chasing Fireflies
Get it from Amazon for $20.64.
10. A can of porch and patio paint if your concrete or wood patio is looking a little rough. What better way to get rid of old stains than to cover 'em with a fresh coat of paint?
11. A multi-functional fire pit for bringing the family together for fun outdoor activities like roasting s'mores or grilling. You can also fill the pit with ice and bottled beverages to keep you hydrated after hours in the sun.
Promising review: "I love the functionality of this fire pit so much! To just sit by the fire or to decide we want to do a quick barbecue on it is just so wonderful! I appreciate the cover that comes with it to protect it from the elements. Assembly was quite easy. I look forward to having this for many years to come. I highly recommend this product." —Kimi
Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
12. And a flame colorant to effortlessly make nights in front of the fire pit just a little bit more special.
13. A pack of polished vinyl siding hooks that'll hold signs, string lights, seasonal decorations and more without damaging your home's exterior.
Promising review: "When I saw this product on Amazon I thought that it would never work. I was also thinking that it would most likely damage the vinyl siding. I was wrong. The wreath is still up and it has lasted through 50+ mph winds here in southern Michigan. No damage to the siding and no missing wreath. I'm very satisfied with this hanger and I'll be using them from now on." —Kip Davison
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $6.90 (also available in larger multipacks).
14. A folding balcony bar because your "backyard" is your itty bitty balcony — but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy your morning coffee outside with the wind and sun on your face. And when you're done, fold down the bar!
Pure Wood Design is a small business run by carpenter Ömer, who has over 40 years of woodworking experience.
Promising review: "Best idea for a balcony. Really well-made product and I could not be happier. Heavier and stronger than what you're thinking." —Scotty Smith
Get it from Pure Wood Design on Etsy for $73.50+ (originally $98; available in 11 sizes and 10 colors).
15. Some restorative wipes so you can rehab doors and shutters that are looking cloudy and grimy after winter snows and cold winds. These wipes are saturated with a solution that revives oxidized, faded, and sun-damaged surfaces bumpers, siding, mailboxes, grills, garden tools, painted surfaces, and more.
Promising review: "My metal barstools were left on the balcony all winter because of a surprise three-day blizzard. After being buried in snow all winter I thought for sure I would have to throw them out when I saw them in the spring. Looking at them now after using the product, no one would suspect that they weren’t new ones!" —Mom@home
Get five wipes from Amazon for $13.05.
16. A set of metal hanging flower pots if your backyard could use a pop of green...and yellow....and pink....and orange...and blue. (Don't worry, there are white and black pots too if that's more your style!) Hang them from a fence, trellis, or deck or balcony railing and bask in the beauty of your new blooms.
Promising review: "Lovely colorful flower pots. Perfect size to hold a single flower, and they add such a nice pop of color to my yard. Very easy to hang up, no hardware required! I'm getting a lot of compliments on them. I bought several sets and planted bright flowers in them. I have them lining the inside of my yard and on the front of the house. They add a lot of cheer and homeyness for a simple and cheap project." —Maegan
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in multicolor, black, and white).
17. A hanging curved lounge chair for keeping you shaded and comfy as you chill by the pool. Now's the perfect time (and this is the perfect place) to curl up and crack open that book you said you were going to read.
Promising review: "The only problem I have with this chair is that I only have one of them, and the whole family now fights over it! Seriously, it is THAT comfortable and relaxing. Pretty easy to put together. My husband got it all assembled in less than an hour and then proceeded to open up a beer and fall asleep in it next to the pool. HA! I like to take my laptop and work on it as the moveable umbrella shades my screen. Love love LOVE it!!" —Erin S
Get it from Amazon for $199.99+ (available in nine colors).
18. Or a hammock chair to turn your porch into an oasis. It can support up to 320 pounds, and has built-in pockets so all your relaxation essentials are always nearby.
Promising review: "No assembly required, super easy to put up, and adds so much character to our backyard. It's also very comfortable to sit in. I'm only 5 feet tall, so I'm able to sit cross-legged with extra room." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (available in four colors and two styles).
19. Some weatherproof outdoor string lights that'll make your backyard the coziest spot to be all spring and summer.
Promising review: "I live in Arizona where we get monsoons (harsh winds with heavy rain), and since I've bought these, I've had two monsoons, and the bulbs somehow are all still working! I recently accidentally hit a bulb throwing my dog's ball in the yard, and one bulb went out (my fault obviously), but it's awesome they included four replacement bulbs. As for the brightness, they aren't too bright or too dull, which is exactly what I was looking for. If you're looking for something with mellow, not overpowering backyard lighting that still lights up your yard, these are definitely it :)" —Nanzilla
Get them from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in seven lengths and five colors).
20. And a pack of solar-powered stake lights because you trip over the same uneven brick on the pitch-black walk from the car to your front door. Save yourself an ankle sprain with these color-changing path lights *and* turn your walkway into a runway.
Promising review: "These are incredible!! I like using the color feature in winter when it's drab outside, but once my gardens bloom, I stick to white. I have purchased these five times, and it's going to be six. I bought the first set two years ago and just purchased my newest set. I put the old ones right next to the sets I just purchased and had never changed the batteries on the original ones...they were still bright so I never needed to. They are beautiful!!" —mosey
Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $46.99 (also available in packs of two and six).
21. AND! A pack of solar-powered waterproof deck lights so you can illuminate all the dark areas outside your home. Attach them to deck railings, on the side of your stairs, to your fence, and wherever else it's a little spooky at night.
Promising review: "These lights were easy to install and look great in on our deck. We just had a pool built and needed some light on the steps of the deck so we could see walking up the steps at night. They're beautiful without too much light." —BJ
Get 16 from Amazon for $32.95+ (available in white or multicolored versions).
22. A famous Bissell Little Green upholstery cleaner if your outdoor couch cushions, rugs, curtains, and umbrella bear the scars of accidents galore. This will suck up the mess, whether it's embedded dirt and pollen or the remnants of your pet's accidents.
Promising review: "Had purple berry stain dried on patio upholstery, and this took it out, following directions to pre-soak for five minutes. Amazing. I also had dog diarrhea on the carpet, and it came right out. Suction removed cleaning solution very, very well. Easy to clean unit and ergonomic handle easy to use. Really great product. Hope it lasts." —Judi
Get it from Amazon for $123.59.
23. A 4-in-1 inflatable pool float for making pool time even more fun. But beware — it's so dang comfortable that you might want to buy two so you don't have to share!
Promising review: "Got this on a whim after reading some reviews. I didn't expect it to immediately become the fam's new favorite! Lay back, and you are half in, half out of the water, so you aren't baking from above or freezing below — just what we wanted. It holds your head well out of the water and feels very supportive/stable. I've had it for about a month now and only had to blow it up the first time; the plastic is fairly thick and doesn't lose air through seams or the nozzle. We have a full-body foam float that costs about $120, and it never gets used anymore. Everybody takes turns on this one. Great deal for the price; I just bought three more of various colors. Go ahead and try it." —DIY Guy
Get it from Amazon for $13.30+ (available in six colors and a two-person style).
24. A set of color-changing inflatable pool balls to entice you to actually get in the pool, even if it's just to pose with your new lights for Instagram. They're solar-powered and will last about eight hours on a charge.
Each light cycles through red, blue, white, and green.
Promising review: "My pool is so old school and boring that I bought these to liven it up, and what a difference!! My pool went from 'meh' to WOW! The balls are easily inflated by mouth like a beach ball. Once inflated, a few hours in the sun and they are charged and ready to go. They light up after dusk ( it has to be rather dark). There is no manual way to power them on or off; they glow all night long. The changing colors are vibrant and very beautiful. They have a loop at the top if you would like to hang them. They would be magical hanging in a tree or from a pergola. I really liked how easy these were to fill and charge, and I like the solar power and the amazing color display. They make my inner child happy." —J. Matheson
Get a set of four from Amazon for $69.99.
25. A Clorox pool clarifier that'll get your backyard in tip-top shape before summer barbecue season. No one wants to cannonball into water so cloudy you can't see the bottom of the pool. 🤢
Promising review: "After one year of having an in-ground pool in Florida, the water was cloudy. I tried to get the water clean by running the filter 24/7 and brushing daily for a week to no avail. I used 1 1/2 ounces of this and the water was clear a day later. Cleaned out the pool filter a day after to clear it all out. Happy with the purchase and would recommend to others." —jvb
Get it from Amazon for $8.49.
26. Some waterproof outdoor cushion covers because they add a pop of color and some much-needed comfort to your backyard bench or sofa.
These are just pillow covers — you'll need to get inserts too if you don't already have them.
Promising review: "These pillowcases were a great addition to my patio. They are high quality, water resistant material. Also, they are true to color. Edit: After almost a year these pillow cases are still true to color (no fading) and overall an excellent buy. I would buy Muilee brand again, ANYTIME!" —Jennifer C
Get two from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in 6 sizes and 33 colors).
27. A high-voltage bug zapper so you can say goodbye to not only mosquitoes but also gnats, flies, moths, and other insects within an acre radius.
Promising review: "We live in the woods on a lake in Bluegrass Country in Kentucky. The bugs were ridiculous when we first moved here! I bought one of these last spring as a test and was so impressed I purchased two more. They absolutely crush the flying insect population in short order! This spring, we have noticed a huge decrease in bugs, which we suspect is due to the significant depopulation of the breeders last summer. We leave ours on all year round and some are zapped even in the dead of winter, but during the spring and summer? My gosh! We have to use a leaf blower to clean up under the units nearly every day! Even our nearest neighbor (about 200 feet away) says they've noticed a big fall off in bugs in their yard since we put up our units." —Paul
Get it from Amazon for $59.65.
28. A garbage guard if your backyard is a mess of flies. 🤢 It sticks to the inside of your garbage can and releases an odorless vapor that prevents buggies for up to four months.
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.
29. An outdoor drink stakes set for securely holding your glass of lemonade in a safe spot. You know what's not fun? Setting down your soda only for it to fall over on uneven ground, get kicked accidentally, or be invaded by ants.
Promising review: "These are great. They are large enough to hold large drink tumblers like a Yeti, they will hold a beer with a thick foam koozie, they will hold a giant Fosters can, and yes, it is large enough to hold a bottle of wine. They are made out of metal and seem pretty durable. Each one is two pieces that screw together, and they have a small tab to help you push them into the ground with your feet. The only thing I would improve is to make the foot tab a little larger. Otherwise, they have my stars." —Jamawama
Get a set of four from Amazon for $18.74.
30. A bamboo mason bee house to encourage this buzzing pollinator to hang out in your garden — and fertilize your flowers, fruit and nut trees, and berry plants.
Promising review: "I bought this for my daughter for her birthday. I thought it was so neat, I bought one for myself. I hung it outside of our shed so the wood bees would not drill any more holes in our shed frame. So far, so good. The bees are buzzing away. 🐝" —Christie
Get it from Amazon for $10.42 (available in purple or teal).
31. A Sun Joe pressure washer that'll make cleaning...dare I say...fun. You'll be ~blown away~ by the results.
Promising review: "Great product at a good price. Used this power washer to wash my stucco house for pre-painting. Unit worked as advertised. Fairly quiet yet powerful sprayer. Great customer service and would highly recommend this product to anyone." —Boy Wonder CTS
Get it from Amazon for $305.50.
32. A sunshade triangle for some much-needed shade. This heavy-duty sunshade is designed to block up to 95% of UV rays while blocking the sun to keep you cool.
Promising review: "My pool is awesome when it gets into the 100s of degrees here in California. We decided to grab a 20x20x20 triangle and holy cow does it do a number on the backyard! Not only does it keep my pool better-shaded, but it also keeps the sun off of my back patio during the hottest part of the day." —The Tiki Lab
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in a variety of colors and sizes).
33. A stylish outdoor mat so your boring backyard porch matches your fun design aesthetic. Reviewers say it's easy to clean (just wipe it down water), dries quickly, is lightweight, and folds easily into its storage bag so you can even bring it with you for a picnic. It's coated to prevent fading, has heat-treated edges to prevent fraying, and is breathable to prevent damage to grass or your deck.
34. A pool vacuum if there is dirt, twigs, and leaves littering the pool floor.
It comes with 10 hoses and is designed to clean pools up to 30 feet long.
Promising review: "I bought this pool cleaner as a quick desperation fix as my $500 pool cleaner died, leaving a green swamp! Talk about easy assembly! Twenty minutes later, it was zipping up the pool, including the walls! I couldn’t believe it; the suction power was incredible! My green pool was crystal clear! What I thought was a short-term fix and a great value for the money is now my go-to pool cleaner. I recommend this for all in-ground pools. It’s a gem! Worth every penny, and it will save you hundreds over expensive cleaners, but more to the point, it works great!" —Steve from Tucson
Get it from Amazon for $78.67.
35. And a pack of Scumbugs for slurping up all the oils, sunscreen, and yuckies that are chilling in your pool. Just wring it out when it gets discolored, give it a rinse, and pop it back in the pool.
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 it from Amazon for $14.99.
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