BHG Editors' Favorite Finds Outdoor Living Must-Haves

Our editors share their favorite outdoor furniture, gardening accessories, and entertaining must-haves.

Ceramic Tabletop Planter

COURTESY OF WALMART

"This planter is a great size for a tabletop display of succulents. It has a nice weight, a pretty fluted design, and, most importantly, it comes with a drainage hole."

— Caitlin Sole, Associate Editorial Director, Evergreen

LED Solar Path Lights

COURTESY OF SAM'S CLUB

"These solar lights require little-to-no setup and make a huge impact on my backyard. Stick them in the ground (I prefer around my deck to illuminate the perennials), and let the sun "charge" them throughout the day for the night to come. It doesn't get much easier than these lights if you're looking for a backyard upgrade."

— Halee Miller, Editorial Assistant

Outdoor Rug

COURTESY OF OUTDOOR RUGS

"The right outdoor rug can instantly turn any outdoor space into a cozy lounge area. Whether you have a cracked concrete patio or a weathered wood deck, throwing a rug down can totally transform your outdoor area. I've ordered a few rugs from Rugs USA (indoor and out) and have loved the quality for the price point."

— Emily VanSchmus, Home Editor

Grandpa's Weeder

COURTESY OF GRAMPA'S WEEDER

"This tool let's you pull any weeds (including dandelions!) without bending over. It's saved my back and keeps my garden beds looking great."

— Kathy Barnes, Senior Home Editor

Peaceful Lotus Chime

COURTESY OF TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES

"This simple, sturdy wind chime adds a little elegance to my deck. Plus I can still be a good neighbor because it's not very loud, even in a strong breeze. I like to brush it with my hand as I go by to hear its soft tinkling."

— Viveka Neveln, Senior Garden Editor

Round Wicker Outdoor Chairs

COURTESY OF WORLD MARKET

"We don't have a large outdoor space, so a pair of these chairs is the perfect addition to our apartment patio. They're adorable and on-trend, but also super comfortable. Paired with a cute outdoor rug, they make our small space feel cozy and welcoming."

— Emily VanSchmus, Home Editor

Smart Outdoor Plug

COURTESY OF AMAZON

"It's not the flashiest outdoor accessory but this plug will transform your deck, patio, or porch. It allows you to set schedules for items to turn on and off at your desired time and dim lighting to your preferred brightness, all from your phone. So next time you forget to unplug your string lights, you don't have to climb out of bed to turn them off."

— Caitlin Sole, Associate Editorial Director, Evergreen