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1. A sunshade triangle because it creates some much-needed shade in your backyard. This heavy-duty sunshade is designed to block up to 95% of UV rays while shielding you from 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 $23.99+ (available in five sizes and six colors).
2. A multi-functional fire pit to bring 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 $79.99.
3. And a flame colorant that'll make cozy nights in front of the fire pit just a little bit more special.
4. A balcony bar so you can enjoy the spring breeze and sunlight even if you have an itty bitty balcony. There's zero assembly required; just slide it over your deck rails and enjoy your new spot!
Best Balcony Bars makes...the best balcony bars, whether you're looking for space-saving outdoor furniture or you want to turn your patio into *the* place to be.
Promising review: "Beautiful, hand-crafted, custom-fit to my railing. Creator is great to deal with on a custom piece. Everyone compliments it. I eat or have drinks on it every day and prefer it to eating at my dining room table! The second tier is ideal serving dishes, glasses, bottles, and the main tier is ideal for main dishes, computers, and notebooks while optimizing my patio functionality and keeping me at my serene view throughout my day. Great custom piece!" —Travis Horn
Get it from Best Balcony Bars on Etsy for $175.95+ (available in two sizes and four stains).
5. A splurgeworthy yet functional pop-up tent if you're determined to enjoy your backyard no matter the weather. It's roomy enough for you and several friends (but it's also great if you just want a spacious and serene spot to get away from everyone and everything).
Promising review: "It keeps cold wind and leaves out and some heat in. There are zip vents at top to let in fresh air and two zipper doors. This has extended the season for hot tub use, we were able to set up in early March in Chicago area. Would also be fun for around a small picnic table and to sit outside in the rain." —Lisa F1969
Get it from Amazon for $297.49+ (available in three sizes).
6. A pack of solar-powered waterproof deck lights for illuminating all the dark areas outside your home now that the sun sets earlier. 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 $34.95+ (available in white or multicolored versions).
7. A standing weeder because huge weeds are a total eyesore that may make chilling in your backyard not as aesthetically pleasing as you'd like. But what about 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. Your backyard has never looked better!
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to made 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 $39.99.
8. An umbrella light to provide some much-needed overhead lighting when the sun sets but your fam is in the middle of an intense Uno game.
Promising review: "When I bought this, it was totally on a whim. I was convinced that because it was so inexpensive, it would be a cheap piece of junk! Was I wrong! It does a great job of lighting up the table with the three different settings. AND, if you turn it upside-down, you can further vary the brightness. (Sometimes you just want a hint of a glow, rather than a spotlight in your face.) I'm very happy with this, especially since I left it out all summer long with no issues. It was hidden under a closed umbrella, but I'm sure it got a little damp with rainwater and it survived! For just $10, it is such an easy solution for my patio that has no electricity, and therefore, needs something battery powered." —LouiseN
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
9. An offset umbrella with a vented canopy made with water-resistant fabric and built-in UV protection that'll look stylish and provide a wide patch of shade.
The umbrella comes with a base — just fill it with weights, water, or sand to weigh it down.
Promising review: "Love the umbrella and it was easy to assemble. I use it on upper deck and had to drill into the deck in order for it to remain stable. It’s not going anywhere in any weather and provides the perfect amount of shade." —Consumer
Get it from Amazon for $189+ (available in two sizes, five colors, and with or without solar lights).
10. A portable 100-inch movie screen so you can move your family movie night outdoors. It's lightweight yet sturdy, large enough for everyone (and probably the neighbors) to see, and reviewers say setup takes mere minutes.
Promising review: "We purchased this to replace our inflatable screen and are very satisfied. No electricity required. The screen renders good picture quality, which you can see from the front and back. It came with assembly instructions and after you've set it up once, you can set it up in minutes. It is very portable and comes in a convenient bag; easy to store. While it's lightweight, we had no problems with it tipping over and didn't need to anchor it (although you might need to do this if there is a breeze)." —Amazon Junkie
Get it from Amazon for $89.95+ (available in two sizes).
11. A Sun Joe pressure washer if you need a helping hand to blast away spring's muddy messes and 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, but yet powerful sprayer. Great customer service and would highly recommend this product to anyone." —Boy Wonder CTS
Get it from Amazon for $183.69.
12. An inflatable pool for making 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 $48.59.
13. A hanging curved lounge chair because it'll keep 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 out with me and work in it as the moveable umbrella shades my screen. Love love LOVE it!!" —Erin S
Get it from Amazon for $249.99+ (available in six colors).
14. 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.
15. A lawn repair formula that'll regrow the grass so you have something to mow! It's designed for reversing scorch marks from your pet's urine, damage from their 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 $12.99+ (available in five sizes and four styles).
16. A three-piece furniture set so there's 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 $89.99+ (available in four colors).
17. A bee-proof and drip-free hummingbird feeder if you wanna chill on your deck while watching these fast-moving flyers.
Copper Hummingbird is a small biz based in Tucson, Arizona. Nancy Biggins, the founder, worked as a zookeeper in the hummingbird aviary at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, so these feeders are the real deal.
Promising review: "This is beautiful. I ordered two so I could hang one off the other. Within a day I had birds flocking to it. The copper is so pretty and looks great. Highly recommended." —Jennifer Serafin
Get it from Copper Hummingbird on Etsy for $27.
18. A pool floaties organizer for storing your inflatable unicorn, beach balls, and pool noodles in one place instead of sighing disappointedly after realizing that the kids left their pool toys everywhere.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this for our pool. We attached it to the side of our above-ground pool and it holds all our floaties! I was actually thinking of getting another one if we get any more floats! It's awesome and well-made, and has several small compartments on the side too (for goggles and diving things)! I am in love with it, and it makes the yard seem neater!" —kitty
Get it from Amazon for $21.49.
19. A bamboo mason bee house because it'll encourage buzzing pollinators to hang out in your garden — and fertilize your flowers, fruit and nut trees, and berry plants.
Promising review: "This is a very nicely made mason bee house that should last a long time outdoors. It has a slight overhang in the front to protect the entrances from rain or snow. It has a hanger with a slot for a screw on the back. It has has a small rope attached at the top, but I will not hang it that way because the rope may deteriorate over time. I'm looking forward to hanging this as soon as the weather permits!" —Alison
Get it from Amazon for $19.97.
20. A pool vacuum to suck up the dirt, twigs, and leaves that have settled on the pool floor.
It comes with 10 hoses and is designed to clean pools up to 30 feet in length.
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 $99.99.
21. A cozy hanging swing that'll do the dang job and do it well thanks to its durable, weather-resistant steel construction and thick woven wicker. It's the perfect cozy outdoor reading nook, and will look great for Instagram photos.
Promising review: "Worth every single dollar spent. I have used it for several hours per day, just wasting time away as I swing to and fro. I would need to use it for a few more weeks to numerically reach the threshold of worthiness equivalent to the price tag, but the item itself is fantastic." —Sophia
Get it from Novogratz on Amazon for $278.27+ (available in two styles and four colors).
22. 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.
23. Some weatherproof outdoor string lights if you wanna make backyard the new coziest room in the house.
Promising review: "I live in Arizona where we get monsoons (harsh winds with intense rain) and since I've bought these I've had two monsoons and the bulbs somehow are all still working! I did recently accidentally hit a bulb throwing my dogs 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 light up your yard, these are definitely it :)" —Nanzilla
"Have you ever felt like Martha Stewart?!? Me either until today!" —Desiree Thornhill
Get them from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in three lengths and four colors).
24. Some fade-resistant faux ivy for anyone with nosy neighbors or a lack of greenery in their backyard.
Promising review: "I love my ivy! It was very easy to cut and it’s lightweight so it’s easy to work with while holding up. I’m trying to think of something to do with the excess from my balcony privacy fence project. This looks so cute and does a perfect job of blocking out the street while providing some color and texture!" —Angela G.
Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (available in 11 sizes).
25. 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 six sizes and 21 colors).
26. A three-piece picnic bench cover to save your tush from any splinters and make your backyard barbecue feel a touch fancier.
Promising review: "Fit our tables wonderfully. The tables are old and worn, but sanding and painting would have taken too long. These covers were a perfect solution. They clean easily. We used them for our annual neighborhood party and our three-times-a-week afternoon coffee." —Sandy
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in 10 colors).
27. A set of color-changing inflatable pool balls that'll entice you to actually get in the pool, even if it's just to pose with your new lights for Instagram. Each ball is 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 $65.99 (or one for $18.99).
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